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Old 04-03-2005, 05:08 AM
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Anyone make their own candles?

I bought a starter kit yesterday in the Allders sale, I had £20 in vouchers to use up, and since they're closing down there was mountains of crap to get through and this was the only thing I fancied, since my dad used to make candles.

anyone got any stories/tips to share???

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Old 04-03-2005, 05:15 AM
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I'm just into doing this. I bought a kit this week.

It's really easy to do.

I've even ordered moe stuff off ebay.

You know me, give me any crafty challenge and I'll give it a go
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Old 04-03-2005, 06:12 AM
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I have never tried that but have always fancied having a go, let us know how you get on!

(oh and where are the J S elwood-H ogg masterpieces we were promised when you bought your art set?!)
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Old 04-03-2005, 06:34 AM
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Right, I've still got to start the art set too
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I did candlemaking at flexitime in school. I've got loads or different shaped moulds. Its really easy today. I keep meaning to go up in the loft and have a go at making a pillar candle and adding coffee beans to the melted wax. As the candle burns you get a waft of coffee. Mmmmmmm
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Mmmm, that DOES sound nice!
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Sounds lovely!

I may try making one this weekend, but may need to buy an old saucepan at the car boot sale first!
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Sounds lovely!

I may try making one this weekend, but may need to buy an old saucepan at the car boot sale first!
Yes, cos there is no way in hell you are using the circulon ones!
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Well thats me told and who the hell insisted on us throwing all the old ones away!
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my aunt used to make candles as a part time business. years ago, but i think she made quite a bit of money out of it. she made them and supplied them for different craft shops and took them to craft fairs and stuff too. i always loved going into her house as there was always a lovely smell!
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i thought this post was started by you Karen but was shocked to notice it was J. Right on, I want to give this a go too so show us what you can do J and then maybe I'll have a go.

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Thought you'd be up for the Grand Prix anyway?
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God no, that'll be recorded and watched when get up. Damn, that means if I go to the car boot, there'll be more chance of hearing the result before I get round to watching it.

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don't throw it out!!! GIVE it to me
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