Great video! I tried Direct Colors white pigment which worked well, but I already have TD for cold process soap making, so I would rather use that. Thanks for showing both methods. I'm going to try this today. Please keep these type of DIYs coming! :)
You really have such a great process and great videos. Thank you for sharing them. I'm wondering if you've considered using materials that are not disposable to cut down on plastic waste? You could easily replace those plastic cups with reusable silicone bowls for example.
Hi! I use different sizes for each container. I usually use CD 12 or CD 3 depending on what container for cotton wicks. I don't use wood wicks in all my containers as of now
Hi! Have you tried this process with the cement and titanium dioxide by also adding a direct colors pigment? I really want to learn how to get a nice cream/beige color and I have yet to see someone do it. Thank you love your videos!
Hello! I love your videos, they have helped me so much in making my candle vessels. I was just wondering if you have added color after mixing in your TD, for a white base for your color?
Thank you! I added titanium dioxide and acrylic paint and my paint didnt show at all, I tried to marble and it came out very shiny not Matte. Any tips?
I would make sure it is on a flat surface when drying and really make sure you are tapping the sides. I found that sometimes the concrete will be higher on one side so getting level to the mold to see if the bottom is level will help too :)
Thank you for sharing your Tips & Tricks Could you mix plaster of Paris into the cement to make them white? Can you use Mica powder to colour the cement?
I haven't tried plaster of Paris or mica powder so I wouldn't be able to let you know. I do know some powders are not strong enough to change the color.
You have started using bottled water. You said in one of your last 2 videos it is just better. Can you tell me why you have found it to be better? BTW I am absolutely inspired by your videos to try this for my succulent planters. And I may expand out to making candles as well. I am just starting out a business and am so excited about trying these out. Thank you!!
If I am using titanium dioxide, can I also use the marble technique to make these and can I use acrylic paint also in addition to the titanium dioxide?
Hi, I´m having a hard time getting my vessels sharped after demolding them. when you said: 4:1 ratio. how much concrete grams are in that ratio? why sealer is necessary on vessels? and why mine got cracked after poring my wax :( Help!!!
I actually don't measure the concrete in grams. I have done it by eye this whole time. I would say for my cylinder mold I usually use about half of a red solo cup. I would say try to make one without as much water to test it out. That may help with the cracks. The sealer is so that the wax doesn't seep through the concrete. I would say at least seal the inside
Thanks for your content!! I'm struggling with the hexagon mould off amazon as it really is tough to get off but hoping I can get the hang of it soon. Because of it's shape its really hard to roll down. The smaller octagon set of 12 moulds have my jars coming out a little lopsided at times even though im shaking and adjusting it on a flat surface - tips?
Hi! For the smaller ones I would say just tap the sides gently to get the form back. I experienced the same thing but after playing around with it a bit they straighten out :)
I'm not sure why but every vessel I make, it always comes out tye-dyed but I want it to be a solid color, how do you stay profitable on your candles if you require so much paint/powder?
Hi there. Just found your channel and subscribed! I was just wondering if you have ever tried to make a terra cotta colored vessel? I know there are terra cotta colored acrylic paints, but I’m just wondering if they would come out looking just orangey because you can’t use too much paint in the cement. Just wanted to get your thoughts.🙂. Just ordered 3 molds…can’t wait to try these!
Hi! Thanks for watching! I did a red color on one of my videos that almost looks terra cotta. I get pigments from direct colors and they may have a color close to it!
have you tried using the white version of your black pigment in comparison to titanium dioxide? do you think that'd work better or worse? i've read a lot of feedback about td compromising the structure of the vessel and i desperately want to avoid that! thanks for sharing all of this great content!
Great idea!! Question please! Have you had any issues with your UV coat? Some people in the candle groups were saying we shouldn’t use that type. I would love your opinion please
Hi! Sealant is definitely a preference. I personally have tested Polycrylic on mine and have not had any issues. This is straight from their site for your reference :) "Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish is a crystal clear, fast-drying protective topcoat for use over bare wood, oil- and water-based stains, paint and wallpaper. It has very little odor, is non-flammable, cleans up easily with soap and water, and can be recoated in only 2 hours"
@@WizeOwlCandles Thank you so much for these tutorials, I love how concise, straight to the point and clear you make them! I have two questions 1. For the sealant do recommend the satin or matte finish? 2. How long should the containers cure before pouring the candle wax? Thanks again!
Hi! I have one question: do these forms not crack after some time? I made a few casts of the cement itself and poured it with wax and after a few weeks a crack appeared
You can absolutely. I have found it doesn't work as well. The white paint really gets hard to stir into the concrete (unlike blue, red, or other colors for some reason). Give it a try though and see which option you like best :)
I add my titanium to the dry cement and stir the dry ingredients 1st. I add about 5 or 6% of my weight. That seems to get mine super white
Nice! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you.... can't wait to play with a white base.
Yes! Titanium dioxide is a game changer
Thank you ❤
You're welcome!
Big thanks!!
You are very welcome!
Can you add a little blue powder for concrete to have a bluish hue without compromising the strength of mold or avoidca chemical reaction?
Yes! I use concrete pigment to color my concrete :)
Love your videos. Thank you for your help.
Thanks for watching!
Great video! I tried Direct Colors white pigment which worked well, but I already have TD for cold process soap making, so I would rather use that. Thanks for showing both methods. I'm going to try this today. Please keep these type of DIYs coming! :)
Thank you for sharing about direct colors! That is good to know :)
Thanks for watching!
Thank you! So informative
Thanks for watching!
Thank you:)
You are very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Great video, thank you! I have been mixing the td in water first but I am going to try adding the powder into the cement!!!
It is way easier in my opinion! :)
Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely!
You really have such a great process and great videos. Thank you for sharing them. I'm wondering if you've considered using materials that are not disposable to cut down on plastic waste? You could easily replace those plastic cups with reusable silicone bowls for example.
That is a great idea! I will have to try that out! Thank you :)
Hi :) What percentage of titanium dioxide do you recommend? I have been advised that using too much weakens the structure of the vessel.. Thank you
Yes if you use too much it will weaken it. I usually use no more then 2 Tablespoons for an average size container
Hi can I check which wick size you use both cotton wick and wooden one. Thanks
Hi! I use different sizes for each container. I usually use CD 12 or CD 3 depending on what container for cotton wicks. I don't use wood wicks in all my containers as of now
Loved the video 🙏🏼 but why you don’t use a white cement instead? Thanks
I haven't found white cement I like using. I also like the idea of controlling how white the container can be :) thanks for watching!
Hi! Have you tried this process with the cement and titanium dioxide by also adding a direct colors pigment? I really want to learn how to get a nice cream/beige color and I have yet to see someone do it.
Thank you love your videos!
Yes :) it works well! I would only recommend for light colors though like pastels or light shades
Hello! I love your videos, they have helped me so much in making my candle vessels. I was just wondering if you have added color after mixing in your TD, for a white base for your color?
I have! It definitely helps grab the color more :) I usually use it on colors that I need bright
Have you tried plaster of paris?
I have not however I have heard of others using it :)
Thank you! I added titanium dioxide and acrylic paint and my paint didnt show at all, I tried to marble and it came out very shiny not Matte. Any tips?
That's strange. I would say try different acrylic paint. Some brands I have noticed blend in more than others. I hope that helps!
How would you do a marble white effect?
I have done white marbled with other colors and I have a video on my channel to help! It's just mixing them together :)
Such great content, thanks! Have you ever used cement instead of concrete? I'm considering using cement but I'm not sure if it's too brittle.
Hi! Thanks! I have used cement but it didn't work well as it was very weak. The Concrete is mix of cement and sand which helps with the durability
Is this strong enough to make a cement bowl?
Yes it should be depending your mold :)
Great info Kayla 👍
I'm having an issue with my mold, they are coming out slightly lopsided. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. 😁
I would make sure it is on a flat surface when drying and really make sure you are tapping the sides. I found that sometimes the concrete will be higher on one side so getting level to the mold to see if the bottom is level will help too :)
@@WizeOwlCandles thank you Kayla, I'll try that. 😊
Absolutely!
Thank you for sharing your Tips & Tricks
Could you mix plaster of Paris into the cement to make them white?
Can you use Mica powder to colour the cement?
I haven't tried plaster of Paris or mica powder so I wouldn't be able to let you know. I do know some powders are not strong enough to change the color.
How much Cementall are you using for the Amazon cylinder mold?
I am using about 1/2 of a solo cup. I hope that helps. :)
how much TD to 1/2 solo up?
You have started using bottled water. You said in one of your last 2 videos it is just better. Can you tell me why you have found it to be better?
BTW I am absolutely inspired by your videos to try this for my succulent planters. And I may expand out to making candles as well. I am just starting out a business and am so excited about trying these out. Thank you!!
Hi! Yes I have noticed it gives a nicer color and the colors blend better with the drinking water than tap.
Thank you for watching! I am glad they are helping you! ♥️
If I am using titanium dioxide, can I also use the marble technique to make these and can I use acrylic paint also in addition to the titanium dioxide?
Yes! I use acrylic and pigment dye for marble. Plus you can do the titanium dioxide to make your white in the marble more true white
Hi, I´m having a hard time getting my vessels sharped after demolding them. when you said: 4:1 ratio. how much concrete grams are in that ratio? why sealer is necessary on vessels? and why mine got cracked after poring my wax :( Help!!!
I actually don't measure the concrete in grams. I have done it by eye this whole time. I would say for my cylinder mold I usually use about half of a red solo cup. I would say try to make one without as much water to test it out. That may help with the cracks. The sealer is so that the wax doesn't seep through the concrete. I would say at least seal the inside
Thanks for your content!! I'm struggling with the hexagon mould off amazon as it really is tough to get off but hoping I can get the hang of it soon. Because of it's shape its really hard to roll down. The smaller octagon set of 12 moulds have my jars coming out a little lopsided at times even though im shaking and adjusting it on a flat surface - tips?
Hi! For the smaller ones I would say just tap the sides gently to get the form back. I experienced the same thing but after playing around with it a bit they straighten out :)
I'm not sure why but every vessel I make, it always comes out tye-dyed but I want it to be a solid color, how do you stay profitable on your candles if you require so much paint/powder?
I use pigment powders and the titanium dioxide. Once you get in a flow less containers come out messed up :) it just takes practice
Hi there. Just found your channel and subscribed! I was just wondering if you have ever tried to make a terra cotta colored vessel? I know there are terra cotta colored acrylic paints, but I’m just wondering if they would come out looking just orangey because you can’t use too much paint in the cement. Just wanted to get your thoughts.🙂. Just ordered 3 molds…can’t wait to try these!
Hi! Thanks for watching! I did a red color on one of my videos that almost looks terra cotta. I get pigments from direct colors and they may have a color close to it!
@@WizeOwlCandles thank you so much for your quick response! Love your videos! Cant wait to see whats next!
@@cindyrobinson2618 thank you!! ♥️🙏
have you tried using the white version of your black pigment in comparison to titanium dioxide? do you think that'd work better or worse? i've read a lot of feedback about td compromising the structure of the vessel and i desperately want to avoid that! thanks for sharing all of this great content!
nvm, the end of your video answered my question lol can't wait to see that video!
Thanks for watching!
Great idea!! Question please! Have you had any issues with your UV coat? Some people in the candle groups were saying we shouldn’t use that type. I would love your opinion please
Hi! Sealant is definitely a preference. I personally have tested Polycrylic on mine and have not had any issues.
This is straight from their site for your reference :)
"Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish is a crystal clear, fast-drying protective topcoat for use over bare wood, oil- and water-based stains, paint and wallpaper. It has very little odor, is non-flammable, cleans up easily with soap and water, and can be recoated in only 2 hours"
@@WizeOwlCandles thank you so much i honestly thinking the same! Appreciate your answer
@@WizeOwlCandles Thank you so much for these tutorials, I love how concise, straight to the point and clear you make them!
I have two questions
1. For the sealant do recommend the satin or matte finish?
2. How long should the containers cure before pouring the candle wax?
Thanks again!
Can we add acrylic paint after doing this process ??
Yes! I would only add it on the outside though :)
@@WizeOwlCandles Is there any issue with adding acrylic paint directly to the mixture?
How can ilI get milkshake consistency?
Keep stirring. Don't add too much water :)
What can be used instead of Cementall
I'm not sure as I have only found cement all to work for me personally :) you can always test out different concrete
Hi! I have one question: do these forms not crack after some time?
I made a few casts of the cement itself and poured it with wax and after a few weeks a crack appeared
Hi! I usually have that issue if I add too much water. I would test out a few different consistencies :)
@@WizeOwlCandles
thank you very much for your answer :)
best regards
Can you just add white acrylic paint instead?
You can absolutely. I have found it doesn't work as well. The white paint really gets hard to stir into the concrete (unlike blue, red, or other colors for some reason). Give it a try though and see which option you like best :)
@@WizeOwlCandles thank you