14 Common Candle Making Problems [Part 1] | Troubleshooting Candle Issues and How to Deal With Them

In this 2-part video series I will identify and discuss 14 candle making issues most candle makers deal with at some point. In this video (Part 1) I will be discussing 7 of those candle making problems and also ways to deal with them. This video is meant to overview and highlight the issues briefly with some pointers. I do plan to make in depth videos on each in the future. As always, thanks for being here! Don't forget to check out the helpful links and resources below! 00:00 - Intro/Explanation/Roadmap 02:00 - Troubleshooting 02:40 - Sinkholes and Air Pockets 07:45 - Air Bubbles 09:08 - Wet Spots (Jar Adhesion) 13:57 - Frosting 16:14 - Jump Lines 17:43 - Dancing/Flickering Wicks 20:00 - Discoloration and Fading Colors 23:06 - Uneven Melt Pools 26:40 - Foreshadowing Issues Discussed: Sinkholes/Air Pockets, Wet Spots/Jar Adhesion, Frosting, Jump Lines, Flickering/Dancing Wicks, Fading/Discoloration, and Uneven Melt Pools. ======================================================================= 👩🏾🤝👩🏼SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacktiebarn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/blacktiebarncandleco Website: https://www.blacktiebarn.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecandlemakingworkshop Facebook (regular business): https://www.facebook.com/blacktiebarn 💡Email newsletter signup for future candle making tips, resources, new content, etc. Would love to have you: https://blacktiebarnworkshop.ck.page/ 🧧//Candle Making and Candle Business Resources: CraftyBase (Inventory, Recipe, Expense, and Order Tracking): https://craftybase.com/?rfsn=3998285.284c79&ref=blacktiebarn&ref=blacktiebarn&ref=blacktiebarn CraftyBase Overview video: https://youtu.be/9fk5uNPC_L4 🧰//LINKS TO COMMON OR HELPFUL CANDLE MAKING SUPPLIES (Great for those getting started!!) Wick Holders and Clips:https://nordencandlesupply.com?sca_ref=1972485.DlZFh8FQu5 My Custom Labels, Stickers, and Tape: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=6984104701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite shipping label printer (Rollo): https://amzn.to/3b8Lqlk Rotating Pegboard Display (Wax Melts) https://amzn.to/3fZDXac Peg Hooks for Rotating Display (above): https://amzn.to/3KMvJAv Thermometer 1: https://amzn.to/2ZrkvuD Thermometer 2: https://amzn.to/3qyg6lt Thermometer 3: https://amzn.to/2OJocJX Thermometer 4: https://amzn.to/3pyel6B Respirator Mask: https://amzn.to/3reMwCw Color Wheel (for mixing dyes): https://amzn.to/3pdrUcj Plastic Stirring Spoons: https://amzn.to/2VcsYQk Infrared Thermometer: https://amzn.to/3q93rG4 Heat Gun (Variable temp settings): https://amzn.to/2JjvDoz Economical Scale: https://amzn.to/33oLWYs Economical Scale: https://amzn.to/36cDcGI Economical Scale: https://amzn.to/33pxSxJ Presto Melter with spout: https://amzn.to/2VaIqwb Pouring Pitcher: https://amzn.to/37lK4ky Wick Trimmer: https://amzn.to/3fKG7cP Paper Plates (9”) for color testing/pitcher trivet: https://amzn.to/2Je8lRe Paper Plated (6”) for color testing: https://amzn.to/39osi2y Glass Measuring Cup (my favorite): https://amzn.to/37hxL8C Glass Measuring Cup Set: https://amzn.to/36ft8wM Glass Measuring Cup: https://amzn.to/39lWf3b Pipettes: https://amzn.to/2JfOn8S Product Photo Light Box: https://amzn.to/33xgqKP 🚍//BUSINESS, PACKING & SHIPPING SUPPLIES I USE: Camera Gear (Video and Products): https://amzn.to/3oNiaq2 My Custom Labels, Stickers, and Tape: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=6984104701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite shipping label printer (Rollo): https://amzn.to/3b8Lqlk Tape Gun: https://amzn.to/3dYUycW Packing/Shipping Tape: https://amzn.to/3u7Mb5Z Packing/Shipping Tape (Option 2):https://amzn.to/3HgcX23 Packing Peanuts (Environmental Friendly): https://amzn.to/33VhyZj White Shipping Box - Pack of 50, 6 x 4 x 3: https://amzn.to/3agrmxr White Shipping Box - Pack of 25, 6 x 4 x 4: https://amzn.to/2MN7okV Aviditi White Mailing Boxes - Pack of 50, 5.5 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2:https://amzn.to/3d4Dbs0 💥//OTHER VIDEOS YOU MIGHT LIKE Candle Making Supplies for Beginners: https://youtu.be/PdXjCyN0MsI All About Wicks: https://youtu.be/FVlsH3N4T3M Candle Making Business Basics: https://youtu.be/1kZpkmE39a0 Candle Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHNaa... Making Candles at Home: https://youtu.be/-CE0gM3ja98 Troubleshooting Candle Making Problems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTq7o... Company Origin and Beginner Tips: https://youtu.be/qrA90ZZcbZU How to Ship Candles: https://youtu.be/Hs1NXgT8BN0 NOTE: This description and video may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!