Thank you so much for including our pigments in your video! We love seeing creative projects like this, and we're thrilled that our products were able to contribute to your beautiful concrete candle vessels.
@@jmsteager1 Unfortunately, the next smallest size below the pound is a 4oz by-volume sample. We appreciate your feedback and will let our team know. :)
Awesome information. Giving away your tips and tricks is a generous and courageous thing to do. I hope that your generosity of spirit in sharing your experience comes back to you 100 fold for your business to flourish and thrive. I am very grateful for your experience and knowledge. xxxxx
You have that new mom or pregnancy glow. You look even more prettier than normal in this video. If I'm wrong, keep up with whatever your doing that's making you so happy. ❤💞
Great video and thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! To slow concrete/cement down from drying too quickly you can run a very wet sponge over the bottoms (when they are still in the molds) a few times to keep them wet longer. Cement is actually better if it stays wet longer.
Hey!! I am so glad you released an updated video. I appreciate the time you take show us your process and offer up tips. This has been really insightful!
I really enjoy yo watch this tutorial, I’m growing my own succulents and my idea is to sell succulents arrangements and this pots are beautiful and seems fun to do it. I already checked the price of the mold that you use and it is expensive, but has a cute form rather than cheap options. I will invest in the mold and the paint that you used. Thank you for share! Your candle business is cute too! 😆
Although you made this video quite a while ago, I am so glad that I fell on your site. I want to make these and with your videos that teach so much, I believe I’ll be able to. Thank you for not being afraid to tell everything you know, so many people are just going to tell you enough but hang onto everything that may have others do what they do. You’re a complete Joy to watch. Thank You
Great video!!! Thank you. I have a question, my concrete jar is taking more than 8 hours to dry and still it hasnt dried yet, so how to make it dry faster in a safe way???
such a great idea, ive made alot of concrete projects but never thought of candle vessels, I could imagine these would look great sealed with wet look sealer. thank you
Thank you so much for this update. I think you’ve taught me the most about making concrete candle jars! We don’t get Cement All in the UK but I’ve tried a few concrete mixes and after a lot of trial and error, I think I’ve found my cement. Just poured the first candles to wick test. Fingers crossed! x
My God! That’s where I am now, I just don’t know what to do. I’m in the Caribbean and it’s too expensive to ship cement all here! I just don’t know if this will work out. Sigh
This has been so helpful especially the cement flow because I am making concrete jars and I was afraid to get a bad batch of cement all after seeing one of your videos but I feel better now about the options to help with that 😁 thanks hun
Thank you for your tutorial videos! They are super helpful. I love the way you cover all the pitfalls of concrete work and how to get around/avoid them. Your calm, clear approach is awesome. Thanks again!
Thank you a ton! I am going to use this advice when I make my succulent pots with drainage! Same process, just use a glue gun glue stick in the middle of the bottom while it’s drying for the drainage. Perhaps a new idea for your store? :p
Hi, love your tutorial video ❤. May I know the cement and water ratio? I also tried this before, but my jar became dusty and attached to my hand when I touched it.
Thanks for watching! I believe so. I am not sure if you need to add anything to it though. I would try to research that specific material on youtube or the facebook groups, if you are part of them.
Thanks a lot for your very informative videos. I made my first try this evening and the result is perfect. I gently tapped and shake the mold for 4, 5 minutes and zero bubbles! Just a question: Can I use mica powder the same way as concrete pigment? Thank you.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing such a detailed process. I have all I need to start making concrete vessels (all learned from you), and at some point this year, I will get myself to make them. You're very kind for sharing your insights. Thank you again! (BTW, I also love taking the tray I bought from you to our markets. Great display!)
Hi, I have a question about using mold release spray on the silicone molds when using concrete. Have you used this product? I read that it helps prolong the life of the mold because of the concrete causing shrinkage?
I’m just starting out with my vessel making journey. My first three were fine for what they were but after trying the 3:1 method in an attempt to increase fluidity but wound up with cracks in the bottom of the vessels. Yesterday I purchased the flow additive and this morning I rewatched this video. Can you describe what you mean about adding too much affecting the appearance of the jar? Sprinkling isn’t my friend so I have a set of measuring spoons, tad, pinch etc, so I can replicate my measurements from batch to batch. I do have one observation, as a mixed medium maker. I find it easier to measure small quantities of pigment using a jeweler’s scale and mini Dixie cups. Linda
Personally, when adding too much of the flow control I found some streaky looking marks on the vessels. May not be the case for everyone, but that was my experience! If you add too much water, you could definitely experience cracks.
Thank you soo much for sharing your knowledge. 🙌Im soo excited to get started, I need to go back and watch the sealant part, was thinking have I missed something?? Also, can I ask how you got your logo onto your mold? Soo inspiring this is. Thank you again 💞
Hello! Thanks so much for watching! I didn’t show the sealing part in this video, but I do have a couple other videos on my channel about sealing. The logo molds are custom made from Canadian silicone molds. I have them linked in the description box. 🙂
Hi there. I’ve just come across your channel and learning to pour my own concrete candle vessels. Can you plz explain why you use the power and not add more water to achieve the desired consistency? Great videos and so informative ❤
Hi thanks for watching! The more water you add, the weaker your vessel will be. If you add too much water you risk cracks in the vessels, or they can also break very easily in transit as they will be weaker.
Thank you for your videos. Have you ever had an oxide pigment stain your silicone mold? I’ve used a rose red oxide and it stained my mold pink. I’ve tried to clean it with the traditional soap and water, diluted, rubbing alcohol in water, and also equal parts of vinegar and water to try and remove the stains but nothing seems to work.
Hi Bree, You are so inspiring!❤ May I ask what size wick you would recommend when making these jars? Thank you SO much for sharing your recipe with all of us!❤
Thanks, Julie! That's a hard question to answer because wicking depends on so many different factors, like type of wax or fragrance oil. I would recommend looking at wicking guides for your type of wax with a 3" diameter jar.
@Calafia Candle Co. Thank you! I'm going to try this, we are doing my baby shower planters party favours and I just want to make sure that I don't need to add anything extra for plants!
Hello, my name is Susana, I love your candles, is the cement you use fast cecado? And is it gray or white? And I live in Spain and the one you use is not available here. thanks for your videos.
Hi Susana! Thank you for watching. The concrete I use sets pretty fast. It sets in about 15 min, and it's grey. I tend to add titanium dioxide to it to make it lighter and whiter.
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Your vessels are beautiful ! Your work and approach to making them and being prepared for the tutorial makes it so easy to follow. I do cement projects for personal use not for sale but have been curious to try starting with the white cement and skipping the titanium oxide before adding pigments. Is there a thought process against the white cement versus cement all?
@@calafiacandleco I actually spoke with a rep today in Los Angeles. Alot of negatives with the white cement. I was looking for a way to eliminate the titanium ox.
You have been so amazing helpful, I appreciate it so much! Curious, if you have a scent that isn't as popular as you expected (or over made for the seasonal line), can you re-liquify and reuse the concrete jar for another candle? Would it just need to be cleaned and re-sealed?
As long as you reseal, I would think you totally can. I would definitely test before selling though just to make sure it’s all acting like it should. 😊
Hi there! I am getting all my supplies into my cart and being VERY new at this (never poured concrete before) I was wondering are you buying the concrete pigment for white or gray concrete?
Hi Gina! It depends on what type of concrete you're using. If you're using cement-all, you'll want to buy for grey concrete. Welcome to the concrete world!
Please, what kind of sealer you use? I am from Italy, so it's not easy for me get earth safe finishes. Just last question: So the ratio is 4:1? Thank you
Hi there, I no longer make the vessels, but when I did I would use Earth Safe sealer. They do ship internationally, although it may be a bit expensive. Yes 4:1 ratio.
Usually I’ll mix #121 from direct colors with titanium dioxide to achieve a pink. Most of the time I mix in the moment and don’t keep notes. Don’t have exact ratios for you sorry!
Hi there :) Your videos / tutorials are so fun to watch and inspiring! I have a question. I just recently started using Cement All (I was using my own white cement mix before). All my jars keep coming out with demarcation lines, like some weird discoloration. This is happening both in jars with color and without. Would you know what causes this? I can't figure it out. It's such a bummer to have several jars come out like this.
Hello! Thanks for watching! I'm wondering if it could be from your water? Are you using tap water? When I first started out, I was using tap water. We have really hard water where we live and it was leaving weird marks all over my vessels. I switched to distilled water, and no longer have that issue!
@@calafiacandleco Thank you for your response ☺️ I’ve been using demineralised water. I live in Europe and where I’m at, distilled water isn’t as common. But I thought that demineralised would be the same? Maybe I’m wrong. The weird thing is that these discolouration lines are just around the bottom half of the vessel. Not sure if I can add a photo here.
Cement r concrete candles are sustainable r not ?? I will be glad of u can help me with this. Bcz I want to make my own vessels from cement but people r saying it's not sustainable
Great video!! How do you wash your molds? How often? I use distilled water to mix my cement all, but wash my molds with tap water. I noticed I’m still getting spots on my jar. I’m thinking it’s because I’m washing them with tap water???
Thanks, Crissy! I do wash with tap water and a little dawn dish soap. I make sure to wipe them dry right away though. I use blue shop towels to wipe them off.
How do you work out how much cement powder is needed for one vessel? I’ve been eye calling it too, but I’ve never been able to work out how to weight it to the right amount, Thank you for sharing your tips, 😍
In your video you mention that you prior concrete was setting up too quickly in the winter. This is likely because concrete manufactures put additives in the mix for different times of the year to help the customers fight the changing elements. So in winter they include additives to help it hydrate quick even in really low temps. But as always you may want to confirm with each manufacture what they do.
Hello! What grit block did you use to sand the bottom? Also, how do you know how much cement to mix. Is this just trial and error or is there an actual guide to how much to mix?
If it's pretty smooth already, I'll go in with a 220. If there are some more rough spots, I'll use 80. For me, it was trial and error. Now there are more resources at hand to figure out formulas. Jai from Up Vibe Candle has a great video on his channel showing how you can calculate formulas for any mold.
What temp are you pouring? I like to pour between 150-160 with my concrete jars despite whatever the wax manufacturer's instructions are. I use coconut wax, which requires hot temps for melting and pouring but I do pour cooler with the concrete. Cracking could also mean you need to reassess your formula and timelines with the process.
Can one not have the cement dry in the mixing bowl and then tip it out? I am asking due to posts that says spraying it out on the grass can kill the grass
Hey Maria! I would recommend checking out Jai's video from UpVibe. He explains it way better than I ever could haha! th-cam.com/video/7jF2YLfI_OY/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=UPVibeCandle
Question, & correct me if I’m wrong but so isn’t the normal cure time 28-30 days (or is it only a couple days since these are hollow) for concrete? & so if u sell these, when do you list them? Sorry if my question doesn’t make sense, I’m new to all this lol
Yes, 28 days is the approximate cure time for full strength. I, and many others, personally find they are ready to go after the weight starts to level off (about 7 days for me). If someone wishes to wait the full 28 days, they absolutely could. However, I don't find it it necessary. Do you mean when do I add the product as inventory to my website? I wait until the candle is poured and has had about 5 days to cure. Then by the time the candle arrives to the customer, it will have cured about a week (which is what I find works for my wax combo). So all in all, it's about a 13 day process from start to finish.
ANY IDEA WHY AFTER WEEKS OF MAKINGA APERFECT VESSEL, YOU LET IT DRY, YOU SEAL AND THEN YOU MAKE THE WAX, WHY THE VESEL CRACKS ON THE SIDES? I HAVE A LOT OF VESELS CRACKED AFTER WEEKS OF MAKING THEM
It could be because of a couple different reasons. They could’ve cured too fast if it’s really hot where you are, or something about your mixture was off, or you’re pouring the wax too hot.
Hello, I'm from Brazil and would like some help. I looked on the sites trying to find this mold for concrete but I only found the silicone one. Would you have any tips for me?
Hey there. I’m not quite sure what you mean, as the molds I use are silicone molds. Are you referring to the outer support piece? It comes with the mold when purchased. I don’t believe you can purchase separately.
Hey Alisha! I am still using earth safe for now. I had quite a few people reach out to say they have experienced seepage with the eco advance, even several weeks after pouring candles. For that reason, I haven't made the switch. I will probably test the eco advance out a bit more sometime soon.
It's probably the mold you're using. Some molds will leave a matte finish, some molds will leave more of a shiny finish. I find the molds that are meant for resin will leave a shinier finish.
I have a question about the direct colors company. I went to order four different concrete stains in 1 pound each. It went from around $40 to 80 at checkout so I’m trying to figure out why it doubled? Have you had that happen to you that was before shipping. Thank you.
Hmmm, I have had that happen before in the past. I've found it could be from using too much water, or it can happen with certain bags of cement-all. Some bags perform differently from others.
Hi there! There are lots of other options. I'm not too keen on other formulas, but I would recommend checking out Up Vibe here on youtube. Jai has lots of videos showcasing other formulas besides cement-all. I do also have a recent video on hydrostone if you'd like to check that out.
Thank you so much for your video! I am beginner candle maker and would love to learn from you! Please let me know if you need any help! 😊 i will work for free just to learn this amazing skill.
This is cement-all, which is actually cement premixed with sand. It’s pretty strong, especially after it’s been cured for a while. That being said, the jars won’t be indestructible. If dropped from a high enough point, they could most definitely chip or break.
@@calafiacandleco Thank you for answering. Lately I have been thinking about ditching the glass containers and making my own for many reasons but was concerned about the weight because of shipping.
Thank you so much for including our pigments in your video! We love seeing creative projects like this, and we're thrilled that our products were able to contribute to your beautiful concrete candle vessels.
Love your pigments!! Thank you for the kind words! 🤍
Love your colors!! Can you please sell smaller portions, like half pounds?? Haha, Pretty please!
@@jmsteager1 Unfortunately, the next smallest size below the pound is a 4oz by-volume sample. We appreciate your feedback and will let our team know. :)
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@@calafiacandlecowhat would you use for a deep black color?
I just started watching this and I love hearing the birds!🦜
Awesome information. Giving away your tips and tricks is a generous and courageous thing to do. I hope that your generosity of spirit in sharing your experience comes back to you 100 fold for your business to flourish and thrive. I am very grateful for your experience and knowledge. xxxxx
Aw thank you so much for the kind words! Appreciate it.
Wow that was incredibly informative! You can tell how much experience you have with the subject matter. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you for watching! I appreciate it
You have that new mom or pregnancy glow. You look even more prettier than normal in this video. If I'm wrong, keep up with whatever your doing that's making you so happy. ❤💞
Aw thank you! It’s definitely not that, but I appreciate it haha!
Love the sound of the mocking bird in the background ❤
The birds were singing so loud that day!
Great video and thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!
To slow concrete/cement down from drying too quickly you can run a very wet sponge over the bottoms (when they are still in the molds) a few times to keep them wet longer. Cement is actually better if it stays wet longer.
Thanks for watching! That’s a great tip!
Thanks so much for your tips!!!!. Cheers from Chile!
Hey!! I am so glad you released an updated video. I appreciate the time you take show us your process and offer up tips. This has been really insightful!
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching! :)
I really enjoy yo watch this tutorial, I’m growing my own succulents and my idea is to sell succulents arrangements and this pots are beautiful and seems fun to do it. I already checked the price of the mold that you use and it is expensive, but has a cute form rather than cheap options. I will invest in the mold and the paint that you used. Thank you for share! Your candle business is cute too! 😆
Thank you! Good quality molds are a bit pricey, but they will last much longer than cheaper molds. They are totally worth it, in my opinion.
Although you made this video quite a while ago, I am so glad that I fell on your site. I want to make these and with your videos that teach so much, I believe I’ll be able to. Thank you for not being afraid to tell everything you know, so many people are just going to tell you enough but hang onto everything that may have others do what they do. You’re a complete Joy to watch. Thank You
Thanks for sharing! The jars with your logo look beautiful.
Thanks so much! 🤍
Thank you for this wonderful information you gave to us. :)
You’re so welcome! Thanks for watching :)
Great video!!! Thank you. I have a question, my concrete jar is taking more than 8 hours to dry and still it hasnt dried yet, so how to make it dry faster in a safe way???
such a great idea, ive made alot of concrete projects but never thought of candle vessels, I could imagine these would look great sealed with wet look sealer. thank you
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching. :)
Thank you so much, this is incredibly helpful!
Liked and followed this is what I've been looking for.
I’m so glad! Thanks for watching and subscribing! 🥰
This is a very detailed video, and I love it! Great presentation, and I love the end when you problem solve. ❤
This is a really informative video. I’ve wanted to try this as a hobby type thing to create my own home decor and give as gifts possibly. Thank you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching! 🤍
Thank you so much for this update. I think you’ve taught me the most about making concrete candle jars! We don’t get Cement All in the UK but I’ve tried a few concrete mixes and after a lot of trial and error, I think I’ve found my cement. Just poured the first candles to wick test. Fingers crossed! x
I’m so glad to hear you’ve found your mixture! That’s great! 👏🏻 Best of luck to you, and thank you for the kind words!
My God! That’s where I am now, I just don’t know what to do. I’m in the Caribbean and it’s too expensive to ship cement all here! I just don’t know if this will work out. Sigh
Have you joined any Facebook groups? There's a wealth of information about making your own cement. It's worth a try :)
@@nickinono7337 I recently joined one, I’m just going to continue until something works
@@sherinesmikle5953 I'm rooting for you! Just keep going and write everything down x
This has been so helpful especially the cement flow because I am making concrete jars and I was afraid to get a bad batch of cement all after seeing one of your videos but I feel better now about the options to help with that 😁 thanks hun
They are usually few and far between! Didn’t mean to scare you about that. 😅
Thank you for your tutorial videos! They are super helpful. I love the way you cover all the pitfalls of concrete work and how to get around/avoid them. Your calm, clear approach is awesome. Thanks again!
Thank you so much! Appreciate it. :)
I would love to show you what I have been working on and get your feedback. What would be the best way to do that?
Your videos are excellent…informative, well-lit, and crystal clear. Thank you for sharing this process. ❤
Aw thank you for the kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Very well explained 👌
Thank you for such a thorough video. Is there a link for fragrance oil to add to the candle wax? Many thanks in advance!
Thank you so much for all the great information!
Very informative. Thank you.
Thank you very much for sharing all this information! Too sad that all of the molds you use are currently not available for purchasing
Are you referring to the molds used in this video? I just checked and they are in stock.
Thank you a ton! I am going to use this advice when I make my succulent pots with drainage!
Same process, just use a glue gun glue stick in the middle of the bottom while it’s drying for the drainage. Perhaps a new idea for your store? :p
Wow beautiful
thank you this was very helpfull im looking into making my jars
So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching. 😃
As always amazing advice thanks for all you do Bree!
Thank you, Edna! 🤍
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Is the cement base considered white or gray?
Just Beautiful
Thank you!
Thanks!
Wow Jill, that was so kind! Thank you very much. 🤍
Hi, love your tutorial video ❤. May I know the cement and water ratio? I also tried this before, but my jar became dusty and attached to my hand when I touched it.
If this was asked but how long do you wait before you add wax after you seal?
I wait at least 24 hours just to make sure the sealer is all dried
Thanks for this videos. So helpful. Can portland cement able to make candle container?
Thanks for watching! I believe so. I am not sure if you need to add anything to it though. I would try to research that specific material on youtube or the facebook groups, if you are part of them.
@@calafiacandleco My pleasure ma'am. Btw what kind of cement you used in this experiment? I really want to know. Thank you
@@Amukutimor69 I use cement-all, which is cement + sand.
Thanks a lot for your very informative videos. I made my first try this evening and the result is perfect. I gently tapped and shake the mold for 4, 5 minutes and zero bubbles! Just a question: Can I use mica powder the same way as concrete pigment? Thank you.
So happy to hear that! I’ve never tried adding mica, so I’m not entirely sure how it would perform. Definitely worth a try!
Thank you very much, very informative video
Thank you!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing such a detailed process. I have all I need to start making concrete vessels (all learned from you), and at some point this year, I will get myself to make them. You're very kind for sharing your insights. Thank you again! (BTW, I also love taking the tray I bought from you to our markets. Great display!)
Thank you, Omayra! Such a sweet comment! 🤍
Thank you so much! Great tips!!
Thanks for watching! 🤍
Love the video thank you! How do you get the jar to be a white concrete?
Thanks for watching! I add titanium dioxide to my mixture to help lighten it.
@@calafiacandleco thank you for a quick response this is helpful (I’m a beginner)
Hi, I have a question about using mold release spray on the silicone molds when using concrete. Have you used this product? I read that it helps prolong the life of the mold because of the concrete causing shrinkage?
Hi! No I haven’t, but I’ve heard about it. I need to test that out!
Awesome tutorial! Only thing I'd recommend is getting a .01g scale as the .1g scales aren't to accurate for small measurements
Thanks for watching!
I’m just starting out with my vessel making journey. My first three were fine for what they were but after trying the 3:1 method in an attempt to increase fluidity but wound up with cracks in the bottom of the vessels. Yesterday I purchased the flow additive and this morning I rewatched this video. Can you describe what you mean about adding too much affecting the appearance of the jar? Sprinkling isn’t my friend so I have a set of measuring spoons, tad, pinch etc, so I can replicate my measurements from batch to batch.
I do have one observation, as a mixed medium maker. I find it easier to measure small quantities of pigment using a jeweler’s scale and mini Dixie cups. Linda
Personally, when adding too much of the flow control I found some streaky looking marks on the vessels. May not be the case for everyone, but that was my experience! If you add too much water, you could definitely experience cracks.
Thank you soo much for sharing your knowledge. 🙌Im soo excited to get started, I need to go back and watch the sealant part, was thinking have I missed something?? Also, can I ask how you got your logo onto your mold? Soo inspiring this is. Thank you again 💞
Hello! Thanks so much for watching! I didn’t show the sealing part in this video, but I do have a couple other videos on my channel about sealing. The logo molds are custom made from Canadian silicone molds. I have them linked in the description box. 🙂
Thank you for such detailed video! It’s truly helpful. Quick question, how long after you seal your jars do you pour your wax?
You're so welcome! I usually wait at least 24 hrs before pouring wax.
This is awesome! Have you ever done any speckled jars? I would love to learn this.
Thanks, Darlene! I haven't...but I do love that look!
Hi there. I’ve just come across your channel and learning to pour my own concrete candle vessels.
Can you plz explain why you use the power and not add more water to achieve the desired consistency? Great videos and so informative ❤
Hi thanks for watching! The more water you add, the weaker your vessel will be. If you add too much water you risk cracks in the vessels, or they can also break very easily in transit as they will be weaker.
Thank you for your videos. Have you ever had an oxide pigment stain your silicone mold? I’ve used a rose red oxide and it stained my mold pink. I’ve tried to clean it with the traditional soap and water, diluted, rubbing alcohol in water, and also equal parts of vinegar and water to try and remove the stains but nothing seems to work.
Hello. Please tell me how you clean your molds
Hi Bree,
You are so inspiring!❤
May I ask what size wick you would recommend when making these jars?
Thank you SO much for sharing your recipe with all of us!❤
Thanks, Julie! That's a hard question to answer because wicking depends on so many different factors, like type of wax or fragrance oil. I would recommend looking at wicking guides for your type of wax with a 3" diameter jar.
Thank you for the video!! I been trying to find a video to help me make some jars. Can I use this method to make pots for plants as well?
Definitely! So glad you enjoyed it!
@Calafia Candle Co. Thank you! I'm going to try this, we are doing my baby shower planters party favours and I just want to make sure that I don't need to add anything extra for plants!
Hello, my name is Susana, I love your candles, is the cement you use fast cecado? And is it gray or white?
And I live in Spain and the one you use is not available here. thanks for your videos.
Hi Susana! Thank you for watching. The concrete I use sets pretty fast. It sets in about 15 min, and it's grey. I tend to add titanium dioxide to it to make it lighter and whiter.
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Your vessels are beautiful ! Your work and approach to making them and being prepared for the tutorial makes it so easy to follow. I do cement projects for personal use not for sale but have been curious to try starting with the white cement and skipping the titanium oxide before adding pigments. Is there a thought process against the white cement versus cement all?
Thanks so much! I have never tried white cement, so I’m not too sure.
@@calafiacandleco I actually spoke with a rep today in Los Angeles. Alot of negatives with the white cement. I was looking for a way to eliminate the titanium ox.
@@1ladybug558 oh well good thing you called first before you bought some!
You have been so amazing helpful, I appreciate it so much! Curious, if you have a scent that isn't as popular as you expected (or over made for the seasonal line), can you re-liquify and reuse the concrete jar for another candle? Would it just need to be cleaned and re-sealed?
As long as you reseal, I would think you totally can. I would definitely test before selling though just to make sure it’s all acting like it should. 😊
Can we make a bulk jars to save time or do we have to add the wax to it after a couple weeks?
You can definitely build up inventory!
Hi there! I am getting all my supplies into my cart and being VERY new at this (never poured concrete before) I was wondering are you buying the concrete pigment for white or gray concrete?
Hi Gina! It depends on what type of concrete you're using. If you're using cement-all, you'll want to buy for grey concrete. Welcome to the concrete world!
Please, what kind of sealer you use? I am from Italy, so it's not easy for me get earth safe finishes. Just last question: So the ratio is 4:1? Thank you
Hi there, I no longer make the vessels, but when I did I would use Earth Safe sealer. They do ship internationally, although it may be a bit expensive. Yes 4:1 ratio.
Can you tell us what pigment to use to get the light pink/rose color? Love the custom mold, it's really nice!
Usually I’ll mix #121 from direct colors with titanium dioxide to achieve a pink. Most of the time I mix in the moment and don’t keep notes. Don’t have exact ratios for you sorry!
@@calafiacandleco thanks so much. I can figure it out. I know it will be a tiny amt of pigment, like a gram and perhaps 2 grams or so of TD.
Do you know if bottom can be stamped similar to pottery. Thanks
It could, but if you are putting a candle in there you need to have the warning label on the bottom
Hi there :) Your videos / tutorials are so fun to watch and inspiring! I have a question. I just recently started using Cement All (I was using my own white cement mix before). All my jars keep coming out with demarcation lines, like some weird discoloration. This is happening both in jars with color and without. Would you know what causes this? I can't figure it out. It's such a bummer to have several jars come out like this.
Hello! Thanks for watching! I'm wondering if it could be from your water? Are you using tap water? When I first started out, I was using tap water. We have really hard water where we live and it was leaving weird marks all over my vessels. I switched to distilled water, and no longer have that issue!
@@calafiacandleco Thank you for your response ☺️ I’ve been using demineralised water. I live in Europe and where I’m at, distilled water isn’t as common. But I thought that demineralised would be the same? Maybe I’m wrong. The weird thing is that these discolouration lines are just around the bottom half of the vessel. Not sure if I can add a photo here.
Cement r concrete candles are sustainable r not ?? I will be glad of u can help me with this. Bcz I want to make my own vessels from cement but people r saying it's not sustainable
Hey, what's the ratio of cement/sand that you mix to make your jars? Everytime I try to make one, it crackles and the edges breaks/falls apart.
Great video!! How do you wash your molds? How often? I use distilled water to mix my cement all, but wash my molds with tap water. I noticed I’m still getting spots on my jar. I’m thinking it’s because I’m washing them with tap water???
Thanks, Crissy! I do wash with tap water and a little dawn dish soap. I make sure to wipe them dry right away though. I use blue shop towels to wipe them off.
How long after you seal are you able to pour your wax? Thanks for the great video ❤
Thank you! It could vary from sealer to sealer, but I wait at least 24 hours.
Great video! I was just wondering what kind of sander do you use for those uneven bottoms? Do you have an electric one?
I have never used an electric one. As you can see, my sanding is very minimal. Just a couple, quick swipes with a sanding block does the trick for me.
Can you use mica for coloring? Kanolin powder? Charcoal powder? Thank you so so much.
I’ve never tried using mica. I use powdered pigments from direct colors
How do you work out how much cement powder is needed for one vessel? I’ve been eye calling it too, but I’ve never been able to work out how to weight it to the right amount,
Thank you for sharing your tips, 😍
Check out Up Vibe Candle's channel. Jai has a video showing how you can calculate how much you need for any silicone mold. Super helpful!
How were you able to get the personalised moulds?
They're custom from Canadian Silicone Molds.
In your video you mention that you prior concrete was setting up too quickly in the winter. This is likely because concrete manufactures put additives in the mix for different times of the year to help the customers fight the changing elements. So in winter they include additives to help it hydrate quick even in really low temps. But as always you may want to confirm with each manufacture what they do.
Thanks for the info!
HI, thanks for the video.
Can I ask where did you purchase the vibrating machine? Or just a name of manufacturer of the machine. Thanks for reply :)
Thank you for watching! I have it linked in my Amazon storefront under “concrete jar supplies”.
How do you make enough fast enough with all the buyers, if that makes since? Maybe making then all day daily?
I try to build up inventory when things are slower and I have time. Even pouring at least one session of molds a day certainly helps!
Hello! What grit block did you use to sand the bottom? Also, how do you know how much cement to mix. Is this just trial and error or is there an actual guide to how much to mix?
If it's pretty smooth already, I'll go in with a 220. If there are some more rough spots, I'll use 80. For me, it was trial and error. Now there are more resources at hand to figure out formulas. Jai from Up Vibe Candle has a great video on his channel showing how you can calculate formulas for any mold.
@@calafiacandleco Thank you so much :)
Just curious as to what type wick you use in the 3" tulip?
Hi there. Wicking will really depend on what wax you’re using, fragrance oil, and fragrance load percentage. For me personally, I prefer CDN series.
Hello! I noticed that some of my jars crack when pouring the hot wax ( and some time after ), even if the jar was heated before. Any advice? Thanks!
What temp are you pouring? I like to pour between 150-160 with my concrete jars despite whatever the wax manufacturer's instructions are. I use coconut wax, which requires hot temps for melting and pouring but I do pour cooler with the concrete. Cracking could also mean you need to reassess your formula and timelines with the process.
Did you experienced dusting problems? I tried first time to make a pot and it turned out very dusty to touch..
No I do not. That’s strange!
Can one not have the cement dry in the mixing bowl and then tip it out? I am asking due to posts that says spraying it out on the grass can kill the grass
You certainly can! I just was showing how I prefer to do it.
Hello ❤ depending on my mold, how can I calculate how much cement and how much water to put? Thank you for your time ♥️
Hey Maria! I would recommend checking out Jai's video from UpVibe. He explains it way better than I ever could haha! th-cam.com/video/7jF2YLfI_OY/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=UPVibeCandle
Thank you ♥️♥️
Question, & correct me if I’m wrong but so isn’t the normal cure time 28-30 days (or is it only a couple days since these are hollow) for concrete? & so if u sell these, when do you list them?
Sorry if my question doesn’t make sense, I’m new to all this lol
Yes, 28 days is the approximate cure time for full strength. I, and many others, personally find they are ready to go after the weight starts to level off (about 7 days for me). If someone wishes to wait the full 28 days, they absolutely could. However, I don't find it it necessary.
Do you mean when do I add the product as inventory to my website? I wait until the candle is poured and has had about 5 days to cure. Then by the time the candle arrives to the customer, it will have cured about a week (which is what I find works for my wax combo). So all in all, it's about a 13 day process from start to finish.
@@calafiacandleco thank you! Yes that’s exactly what I meant lol. Thanks for answering! :)
@@calafiacandleco I came to the comment section for exactly this question. Now I feel tons more excited :)
ANY IDEA WHY AFTER WEEKS OF MAKINGA APERFECT VESSEL, YOU LET IT DRY, YOU SEAL AND THEN YOU MAKE THE WAX, WHY THE VESEL CRACKS ON THE SIDES? I HAVE A LOT OF VESELS CRACKED AFTER WEEKS OF MAKING THEM
It could be because of a couple different reasons. They could’ve cured too fast if it’s really hot where you are, or something about your mixture was off, or you’re pouring the wax too hot.
Hey i have a question how do you seal your concrete molds before u pour the wax?
Hello! I have a couple videos on sealing on my channel.
Quick question can I use resin molds for this or do I have to get concrete specific molds?
You can use resin molds, but just know they may not hold up as well since they aren’t made for concrete.
Im trying to use some white johnsburg(?) Cement and i need to add sand. Do you happen to know the tatio of sand to cement ????
Im sorry I don’t!
Hello, I'm from Brazil and would like some help. I looked on the sites trying to find this mold for concrete but I only found the silicone one. Would you have any tips for me?
Hey there. I’m not quite sure what you mean, as the molds I use are silicone molds. Are you referring to the outer support piece? It comes with the mold when purchased. I don’t believe you can purchase separately.
Are you no longer using the Eco Advance Sealer? Which do you prefer?
Hey Alisha! I am still using earth safe for now. I had quite a few people reach out to say they have experienced seepage with the eco advance, even several weeks after pouring candles. For that reason, I haven't made the switch. I will probably test the eco advance out a bit more sometime soon.
No Brasil usou concret designer da transfix
Just curious...what kind of mask do you use?
I use a KN95. You could also use a respirator if you’d like.
What is cement all called in the uk? Cant even find answers on google
I'm not sure what it would be called in the uk, but it is made up of cement and fine sand.
is there a reason why mine come out with a glossy finish? i figured it would be rough and cement looking?
It's probably the mold you're using. Some molds will leave a matte finish, some molds will leave more of a shiny finish. I find the molds that are meant for resin will leave a shinier finish.
I have a question about the direct colors company. I went to order four different concrete stains in 1 pound each. It went from around $40 to 80 at checkout so I’m trying to figure out why it doubled? Have you had that happen to you that was before shipping. Thank you.
No I'm not sure what happened. I would reach out to them.
Hi, do you need to cure this in water ?
I never do. Some choose to. It’s a preference thing, in my opinion.
What happens if you get little tiny bubbles even tho you tap and bounce them around for some time? I’m currently having this issue
Hmmm, I have had that happen before in the past. I've found it could be from using too much water, or it can happen with certain bags of cement-all. Some bags perform differently from others.
is Gypsum zill give same quality§
Cement all alternative?
Hi there! There are lots of other options. I'm not too keen on other formulas, but I would recommend checking out Up Vibe here on youtube. Jai has lots of videos showcasing other formulas besides cement-all. I do also have a recent video on hydrostone if you'd like to check that out.
Thank you so much for your video! I am beginner candle maker and would love to learn from you! Please let me know if you need any help! 😊 i will work for free just to learn this amazing skill.
Is it easy for the jar to break by using only cement?
This is cement-all, which is actually cement premixed with sand. It’s pretty strong, especially after it’s been cured for a while. That being said, the jars won’t be indestructible. If dropped from a high enough point, they could most definitely chip or break.
@@calafiacandleco thank you ☺️☺️
Grazie ❤
Are these heavier than glass containers?
I actually find them to be about the same as glass.
@@calafiacandleco Thank you for answering. Lately I have been thinking about ditching the glass containers and making my own for many reasons but was concerned about the weight because of shipping.