3 Things That Will RUIN Your Candle Business | Podcast Ep. 14

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

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[@kennethandchristina]

Do you ever offer promo codes on your shipping course?

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

@@kennethandchristina yes! During Black Friday and the anniversary of our business (coming up in a couple weeks on March 30th!) I will be sending out an email with a discount code for all digital products on that day!

[@kennethandchristina]

@MemoryBoxCandleCo wow thank you so much!

[@kennethandchristina]

@MemoryBoxCandleCo I also had a question about your products on Faire. I set up an account and tried to dm you through there but it wouldn't let me. Is there another method of contact that works better?

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

@@kennethandchristina you can email me here: [e-mail] ☺️

[@cindyeberle5898]

I've realized that being able to change is a necessity. I had a candle business back in late 80's and thru the 90's. I have decided to start it back up and was surprised how so much has changed. Back then it was so simple. The choices there are out there are outrageous. From waxes to wicks and even the scent formulas. You can't let change overwhelm you. Go with the flow. Just do it and run with it.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Oh wow I’m sure it is SOO different now! Back then was it just about farmers markets? And I bet the wax, wick, fragrance options were very minimal!

[@odettemartells8567]

Thank you so much for your hard work and for educating us beginners. I am in the process of starting up my candle business and scared but very excited at the same time.

[@Its_miab]

Hi there, love your transparency - where can we find this wick setting tool?

[@CHRISMBCC]

Hi! We just put out a video on wicking tools! We get them on Etsy from CarpeLink

[@beckyovante]

Love these videos, thank you so much for providing all of this information! Where is the small tool from that you’re using to ensure that you’re always filling the jar to the same height? Such a great idea!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

We got it from this Etsy shop! Etsy.com/shop/carpelink

[@beckyovante]

@@MemoryBoxCandleCo Thank you so much, that’s so helpful! Also just wanted to mention - I was checking out your Shopify referral link earlier today but unfortunately it doesn’t work anymore!

[@briannabennett8690]

Hi, can I ask what wicks you used it the small clear jar?

[@CHRISMBCC]

Hi, the wicks are from Hive and Honey. They are CDN wicks!

[@briannabennett8690]

Thank you! The straight side 9 inch jars are such a pain for me

[@aaronroth77]

hey there me and the wifey love all your videos and techniques. I'm having a hard time finding a good vessel. what vessel are u using

[@CHRISMBCC]

We purchase vessels from Cal Candle Supply. They have many to choose from and we always have a good experience with their products!

[@SuvidTubtimcharoon]

Hi, my 4th grade son wants to start a small candle business. He chose to use beeswax in a 2.5-inch diameter by 1.5-inch height. Because he wanted a local source, we got hemp wick from northern california and beeswax from the bay area. We have done burn tests and can't figure iut the ideal wick size. Any recommendations for wicks? He is going pure beewax as he is try to be eco friendly, sustainable and supporting local businesses. Any advice is appreciated.

[@BreatheInTheLightSoyCandles]

Great video, important information for new and older candle makers. It would be nice to have a video on target customers.❤

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! And yes I can make a podcast episode on that ☺️

[@BreatheInTheLightSoyCandles]

@MemoryBoxCandleCo Thank you. This is something I honestly have difficulty with.

[@georgina1921]

What a great podcast, Erica! Thank you so much. I really appreciate you. This is such great content for us to all think about when either starting out or for those who are already in business.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much for listening! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@saralozano160]

Question, where do you get your CDN wicks from, I use to get mine from 16/17 so I’m trying to find something similar to those cdns

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Hi! We get ours from Hive and Honey Candle Co!

[@lkwittmayer]

Hello, love all you do to help. What is your go to wax? I’ve tried Joy Wax, Problend 650, Soy 444, Palm 2, pillar of bliss, paraffin from flaming candles. I use premier and cd wicks. Just not getting a good fit yet. 😢

[@CHRISMBCC]

We really like Soy 10!

[@lkwittmayer]

@@CHRISMBCC I’ll give it a try. Thank you,

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Yes we’ve been using it since the beginning!

[@tainorootsmindandbody]

Question 😊 Is the additional 10% you mention to account for our labor? If not, how do we know how much to add on for labor? Thank you for your time!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Yes I think the additional 10-20% is to account for labor and also to make some room for discounts! I know there’s probably a very calculated way to account for labor but I just keep it simple ☺️

[@tainorootsmindandbody]

@@MemoryBoxCandleCo I agree, I'm already crunching so many numbers I don't need to worry about detailed labor costs lol. I just added 10% to mine, thank you!

[@michellecollins6379]

This is really cool, I hope you do more videos like this. I love this video style.☺️✌️

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! ☺️

[@luvtee63]

Thank you for all you do !

[@minez86]

Where do you the wick position and your wick holders

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

From this Etsy shop! Etsy.com/shop/carpelink

[@shinningstar439]

Hello! I love your videos. Sometimes I feel a little bit overwhelmed with making candles. I'm wondering how many candles do you actually need on opening day of your business? I'm making candles & wax melts. Do I need to have 50 -100 , 100-200? I have no idea. Thank you in advance

[@loriepearman7184]

Great podcast, Erica! 😊

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you Lorie! ❤️

[@Soulful_Spirit_Candle_Co]

Great podcast! Thank you for some really great information 🥰

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much Leah! ☺️☺️

[@dearmeecha1310]

Thank you for this great podcast! Very informative!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you!!

[@dianabrown7196]

Hello. Can you tell me the best thermometer to use for small batches. The name and where to find it. Thank you so much

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Hi! Honestly an inexpensive meat thermometer would work just fine! amzn.to/3P4ACbC

[@dianabrown7196]

Oh really? Ok. Thank you

[@dianabrown7196]

Do you find the analog thermometers to be more accurate or the digital?

[@crystalduke2705]

What do you have wrapped around your jars? Are they to keep finger prints off or to keep heat in?

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

@@crystalduke2705 so the jars come with plastic wrapped around them, we keep them on to help insulate them a tiny bit and keep finger prints off as long as possible before labeling!

[@kazgaming5088]

100% couldn't agree more!! Great video as always!!

[@leobrunelli8536]

How many candles can Chris comfortably make a day?

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Anywhere from 100-200 candles, depending on the vessel size ☺️ we have a small production space though, and I know he could make probably triple that in a bigger space in a day!

[@leobrunelli8536]

Thanks Erica, you're awesome.

[@MissyCooper123]

What are the wick tool Chris is using ?? Thank you

[@joycerodgers219]

Great info ty

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you watching!

[@vampgaming1323]

Which spray she used after cleaning jars?

[@odettemartells8567]

Alcohol

[@desireechurchill747]

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