Black Tie Barn Origin Story * PLUS * Tips For New Candle Makers | Meet My Koi

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Hi friends! Today, I answer the question I am asked often, "How did you get started in candle making?". In this video, Ill summarize my origin story and how Black Tie Barn first started. *Also, I will mention a few tips to new candle makers starting their journey in hopes to speed up their process and shorten the learning curve. That is, after all, what this channel is dedicated to; helping others with their candle making and their candle making business.
*Oh, and you get to meet my Koi fish as well. :)
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@mattbauman6804 3 года назад

This was incredibly informative. I have several pages of notes. I have been caught up in the things that didn't matter (yet) and it had me ALL over the place. The labels, the website, the name. Instead of focusing on the one thing that matters as I'm starting this journey, make the perfect candle. Thank you for posting these videos, they are invaluable. I can't stop watching.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Hey Matt. Thanks so much for the valuable and positive feedback. I appreciate it. I did the same when I first started. Over time I realized my mistakes which is one of the reasons I make videos and help others now. Passing on some lessons I learned through experience. ;) Glad you are here. Thanks for your support!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Hi everyone! Thanks for tuning in as always. I hope you enjoy the video. Also, I plan on going into a LOT more details on candle pricing here soon!

@waynegross2113 3 года назад

I liked the outdoor theme of this video. Nice property! I liked hearing more of your story. I think a lot of men start off in this business because of a significant other, lol!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

I totally agree! And, thanks Wayne!

@greekozygirl599 Год назад

What a beautiful story on how you started, your wife is a very lucky lady. 💜 Thankyou Wade i got a lot of great information i needed, thanks again.😊

@BlackTieBarn Год назад

❤️ thank you!

@kirstenpennington3485 11 месяцев назад

Loved this video! So enjoyed hearing how you started and the tips for upcoming businesses were great! Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn 11 месяцев назад

So glad!

@lalainecodina8933 2 года назад

Always love watching your videos. Thank you for all the tips especially the pricing part .

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Np problem. :)

@user-iy2ym4xp3m 2 года назад

Hi wade! Newbie here! Just setup a workstation to start with my candle making and testing process this week. I I have to say, I’m excited but so nervous. Anyhow, just wanted to thank you for all of the informative videos. I’m so glad I found you, memory box candle co, the candle collective, etc. So great to have help, support and information from you all along this journey. So…thanks again!

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Awesome. Glad you are hear and rooting for you. Thanks! :)

@HunterGoodman 3 года назад

“Karen” had me dying!!! 😂

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

😂

@uyenpeterson3057 3 года назад

Wow what a great lesson. I love your idea of pricing your candles to sell first. Never thought of it like that but I totally agree with you on that point. It doesn't really matter how much you're going to profit if nobody is going to buy from you. Thanks a lot.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Yes for sure. Striking the right balance early on is super important I feel. Gotta grow brand awareness!

@conniecarroll9398 3 года назад

I came to you from Memory Box Candle. My son and I plan on starting a business thank you for all the videos. We are watching and watching to learn. We bought a started kit from Standley’s page, So we have made them and had sooo much 🤩 fun.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

That's great! This is perfect for family businesses. :)

@3Katey 3 года назад

I love that the fish have human names! 😂 Frederick, Steve, and Karen!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

😆

@BH-cf3ik 3 года назад

Those are some beautiful fish❤️❤️

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks! We have a few favorites. :)

@awalker9461 3 года назад

Omg! The more I watch the better your videos get! Again, I would love to hear more about the sales side. Like how to calculate price thinking down the road. Tips on where you think it is smart to think about keeping cost low. Buying locally, lids, wicks, boxes for shipping, website,. Just throwing what I have in mind. I'm so glad I came here. Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for sharing your wisdom with us!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You got it! Thanks for your support again!

@treva9108 Год назад

I absolutely love your story. I started the process of candle making years ago. I don’t know how I found you but I’m glad I did. Your videos are easy to follow and you have inspired me to try candle making again. I know this time it’s going to be much better. May God bless you.

@BlackTieBarn Год назад

Thanks so much. Glad you found the channel too. ;) 😉

@3Katey 3 года назад

Great advice! I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make them!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You're welcome!

@Dannyaudraya 2 года назад

Thank you for elaborating on the pricing. I see so many people complaining about sales. Now you explained It’s more important to become known in the beginning!

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

❤ Thanks Dania. Yep, thats my opinion anyway. Don't put the cart before the horse ya know. Easier to sell when people know you and have had a chance to try your products.

@lisabond7548 2 года назад

Thank you Wade. The information and teaching you provide are invaluable. Appreciate your candidness and honesty in everything you share. I don't know how anyone could do this without these videos! So well done! Beautiful property too!

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Thanks so much Lisa!

@madelynnwhite463 Год назад

Great tutorial I’ve learned a lot today I’m interested in getting into the business mostly for myself right now because I absolutely love love love candles. I will be following you for updates on business tips as well if I decide to take it that way.

@BlackTieBarn Год назад

Awesome!

@katiemason1246 3 года назад

Awesome video! Thanks for the tips 😊

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Any time! Thanks Katie!

@mrskhenry6849 3 года назад

Great advice all around, thank you.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@pamb4252 Год назад

I have been “re-binging” your videos to inspire me for 2023. This was one of my favorites!! So much info and love the relaxed atmosphere. All your videos are incredible and I really appreciate all of them. I have been struggling with pricing and you put it into prospective, so thank you! Happy New Year.

@BlackTieBarn Год назад

Oh good. Glad you like this style... maybe I'll do more this way. :)

@carolacarola6137 3 года назад

Great video! Thank You!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks!

@meadowyck 3 года назад

Very good video. Love the impromptu of this very informative information !

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you. I appreciate that! ;)

@sheilarubio3658 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your story and helpful tips. Keep them coming! Great property, beautiful home.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks Sheila!

@amyfenner8694 3 года назад

Thank you so much for all of your time and all of the information that you provide.......

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You're welcome Amy!

@cicysilver3535 3 года назад

Great video!! I Love the gold fish pond! Beautiful 🤗 thank you for sharing and thank you for the valuable information.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You are so welcome, Cicy! :)

@courtneyfoster9667 3 года назад

Wade, thank you for this video, I feel like you have talked me off the edge. Im so appreciative

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

🤣😆 glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Courtney!

@rebecca-anndarling2736 2 года назад

Great job!

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

🥰 ty!

@ccswhimsies 3 года назад

I enjoyed this video the most out of all so far... and your final tip was masterful!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Awesome! Glad to hear! Thank you for that feedback! :)

@indigoscents 3 года назад

Great advice! 💛

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@lampray21 Год назад

Just found the channel and love it so far. As for me im just thinking about ordering my first batch of supplies within a couple months and see if I can make something just for myself. To be honest a bit intimated right now with the whole idea of starting this journey.

@silkad 3 года назад

Love the koi names, especially Steve! I just started watching your videos. You're extremely helpful and thorough. So as a candle making newbie, I appreciate that a lot :)

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you! 🙂 I appreciate the feedback and glad you are enjoying so far. :)

@deepikaatkinson4111 2 года назад

Thanks for your Tips.. very helpful..

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Np!

@gingeyy.x1755 3 года назад

Thank you for saying all of this. I have focused on the wrong this first - getting my logo, registering my name etc etc and you’re right I need to focus my energy where it counts first. Loving all your videos and been following you for a few months

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Awww, thank you. Glad to hear that and happy to offer help!

@ChristopherWelty 3 года назад

Thanks for your videos! I've been making and selling a few years but took this year off to test and relaunch. I found your videos at the right time and they helped me a lot as I've been gearing up for going live with sales on Black Friday. Thanks again

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Awesome man! Good luck to you. You picked a good time to get back into pushing sales around the holidays. And kudos for taking some time off to do more testing! Awesome.

@rhondacoxwithamazinggrace9867 3 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing this info. I've heard several ways to price my products and I decided 3xs my cost was comfortable for me. I just started making candles around 6 months ago. I am going to reconsider some of my costs because you really made a lot of sense on this subject. You have an absolutely beautiful place too.😊

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks Rhonda! And, I didn't want to suggest that 3x or 4x was wrong. There is nothing wrong with it and it makes sense. Just that... starting out, sometimes there are better ways of thinking about it. The math formulas work much better once full establishes and large enough to buy such large bulk that your own costs go way down. Thanks for being here.:)

@rhondacoxwithamazinggrace9867 3 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn I completely understand what you are saying. It totally makes sense and I thank you for your words of wisdom and good advice.

@awalker9461 3 года назад

Wade, this is a great, awesome video again!! I love that I can feel how honest you try to be. Please please please can you make a video more about pricing the candles, tips on how to calculate cost of the candle, etc

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks again. And you bet. It is on my schedule.! :)

@denise7024HM 3 года назад

Oh my goodness! I am so glad I found you. You are exactly what I needed. I KNEW there was something wrong with the pricing theory. That's the only thing about watching these videos because everyone is different. I just found a girl in Europe, last week, who was able to finally help me understand how to find my customer base, (and she just started her business less than six months ago). I have my channel favorites and that is because many times they can "mickey mouse" information for me that others don't, (I think they try to make themselves sound as if they have true knowledge). But there are so many other times my gut will tell me that they're wrong; the upsetting part is that it takes so long for me to find the one channel that proves it. So for the 4th time, I think it is now, THANK YOU!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks for much for that detailed feedback Denise. You are right, lots of different situations and opinions out there. Definitely not ever shoe fits every foot. We each have to find what is best for our business. I just happen to notice a lot of new candle makers overpriced early on and it holds them back. Glad you enjoyed this video!

@ginamarie2782 3 года назад

Thank you Wade this info gives me some peace and encouragement. I’m in the testing phase and feeling a little discouraged and rushed because I have a goal business launch date of February 2021. I’m ok with extending that date since it’s important to me to have good quality and performing candles. I just have to remember that ☺️ I get so excited about it all!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Awesome! I sure hope everything goes well for you. And yes, extending launch dates is always good if you aren't ready. I pushed mine 3 times when I first started. Don't feel discouraged. Candle making is tough. :)

@californiadreamingonabudge1862 3 года назад

Again thanks for sharing! I'm so glad to have found your channel. What a lovely piece of land you have.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you. I love your RU-vid name. ;)

@californiadreamingonabudge1862 3 года назад

Thanks so much 😊

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

@@californiadreamingonabudge1862 Welcome!

@ellytaylor1731 3 года назад

You’re such a pleasant person with your quick whit. You have some great comments and it gives me a laugh. I only just started late 2020. I thought it was something simple. Just like you said, I thought . I’m a good cook, I love math and the more I learned the more intrigued I was. I have blended my own coconut based wax and beeswax. It’s important to me personally for my wax to be as natural as possible. I’m thinking of alternate practitioners I see who may stock them. I want to be a close to perfect without going crazy. Based on one of your prior videos I know I can let go of wet spots of the candles. I love this so much. When I mix a fragrance and design a candle and it works, I’m thrilled! I’m watching all your videos. Thanks Wade!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You're awesome Elly. Thanks for the kind feedback. I'd be curious what quick with comments you really liked! 😆 Im not even sure what your referring to. :) As far as your plan... I like it. I think it's incredibly important for makers to have a plan and purpose. Find your niche and go for it. I hope nothing but the best for you! And I'm glad you are finding help with my videos. 😊

@royalladybug30 3 года назад

Really great video! I preach the COG x 4 but I respect your position as well

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed! I definitely support the formula once a business is settled in. But.... starting out its tough to use and get off the ground. But there is definitely a time and place for both. :)

@shanayecreations5816 3 года назад

Thanks great advice

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you!

@twilageorge3043 2 года назад

Still binging... I see stucco. I'm a stucco inspector in Houston!

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Haha. Really?

@rayopd 3 года назад

Love it ... you named your Koi fish. Love it love it love it! Oh, and grreat tips BTW too. And love it how candles are intrinsic to your family too girlfriend-to- wife :-) Love it ... all around!!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thanks Rayo!

@warriorsgreatness6182 2 года назад

Appreciate your work, exceptional professional expertise generously shared. Keep up the great work. Mucho Gracias. Soooooooo helpful.

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Thank you soo much. That means a lot. Happy to help. :)

@bossfan8 Год назад

Hey Wade, thanks for this, such good advice for starting out in the candle business. I've been doing all that fussing and worrying over my logo, labels etc as well as all the testing and it can be a bit overwhelming. I'll take your advice and focus on the testing and niche first. I think I've got two successful test candles in the fragrances I like now. Your advice on pricing is one I would never of thought of and it makes a lot of sense, thank you for all your great advice...!!

@BlackTieBarn Год назад

No problem. Thanks Jackie!

@juliaswicked 3 года назад

I wish everyone did more outdoor videos! Well done

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you!

@skatia88 3 года назад

Thanks

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

No problem Katia!

@inspired00707 3 года назад

Great video again, especially the advice on pricing, so many stick rigidly to the x2 and x4 formula and it's why many fail. To succeed you need not only good candles but a bit of a business head too, more detailed videos about that by yourself would be invaluable to any budding candle maker, so many think they can make candles and make instant money and well.. not many businesses if any work like that. You are becoming the go to channel for aspiring candle makers, well done!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you very much for that feedback. I really appreciate. And completely agree about the business aspects!

@kdes7438 3 года назад

I love your videos! Your candles are wonderful! I received my order a few days ago. Any thought to offering advise on label design? My daughter came in my house and commented on how professional the candles looked. What type of paper do you use? Just gorgeous!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Honestly I just kept tweaking my labels on my own. I didn't use a service or really ghave a plan. I've gone through so many designs. And I still keep tweaking them. The paper I use is metallic backed with a sort of hybrid glossy/matte on them to give them a nice feeling. Designing these ones are tricky because it's difficult to choose colors and fonts to look good with the metallic. But it works with patience. :) Thanks for the kind feedback!

@Katya1086 3 года назад

Very helpful, fantastic advices! Thank you for sharing your story! 🌷

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

You're welcome! :)

@animaloverload7465 3 года назад

What kind of grump gives these a thumbs down? These are great and informative.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Lol. Thanks. I know of a few individuals who thumbsdown almost every post I make. A couple who just don't like me and are "gramps" as you said. And a couple others that are "competitors" which is silly.xi don't view them as competitors at all. All here for the same purpose. But that doesn't mean competing for views, attention, or sales. Thanks for your support!

@animaloverload7465 3 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn Currently watching your "candle-making supplies" video. I got my wife interested in it as well. Keep up the great work.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you! I appreciate that. :)

@soyfulcandlescents8269 3 года назад

Beautiful country home not sure if you stated where you live . Do you purchase your blue spruce from cs? Thanks for the video

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Thank you, yes we enjoy it! I am in the midwest (Kansas City, MO area). Suburb called Liberty, MO. And, yep.... my Blue Spruce is from CS. Its amazing!

@ccswhimsies 3 года назад

I'd also would enjoy knowing if candle making became your fulltime occupation and if so, when?

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

So, yes and no. It had and it could be. But I also enjoy my regular career so much that I continue to do that as well. :)

@patlantinga4191 3 года назад

I am not sure you mentioned what state you live in, I live in Michigan and wondered if you also give in person classes?

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

I do... well I have. Not at the moment as trying to get settled in new place. But, I am in the Kansas City, MO area. :)

@MsHTownsend 3 года назад

Another great video Wade! I am so appreciative that you really talked through the pricing strategy. I see so many people on the different FB groups overpricing their candles because of the "normal" 4x cost scenario for retail that is suggested by the majority of commenters. But then they are frustrated at not obtaining the amount of sales that they had expected, and they are begging others to raise their prices so that they can justify their high priced "luxury" candle. Your advice on pricing for selling now, ultimately setting yourself for greater gains in the future is fantastic! Thanks so much for these informative videos!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Awwww.. thanks Holly for the detailed feedback. Thst right there makes me happy to do the videos. And I agree... set in stone pricing strategies and formulas don't work well because all business are different and definitely different sizes. I just feel these days a lot of people are just regurgitate information they hear or read as if it's gospel truth instead of critically thinking about other possibilities. I'm glad you are appreciating that as well. Thank you. :)

@tammys7596 2 года назад

Hello, starting out how many candles should I start off for the first time with testing?

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

I would start slow until you find your groove. Pick two and get those right. Then move to 4, then 6 then 8. By then you should be feeling pretty good. :)

@tammys7596 2 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn oh ok great thank you 😊

@susanbancroft1575 2 года назад

Do you have any employees and how many candles do you turn over per week/ month?

@BlackTieBarn 2 года назад

Yes.... but mostly part time or seasonal at the moment. Things changes when I transitioned between workshops and then pandemic stopped my new barn temporarily. But once I get into my new place, hiring will resume and things will hopefully settle in again. Candles per week or month changes a lot. Depends on time of year and re-orders etc. On average, between 200-1000/wk not including the busy times like holidays, events, and big wholesale orders, etc. It really just varies lol.

@rhondaurb 3 года назад

Wyatt, art what point do I need to have a business license like an LLC and get insurance etc.? I don't have any clients yet and have not sold a single candle. But I do worry if I start selling without a license and get sued or something, I could lose all my personal assets. Thank you.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

If you are selling...you need a business license, insurance, and sales tax license (sellers permit) right away. That is all easy and cheap. The other stuff can wait. But i aways recommend llc when you can as well to help create and between personal and business abd to create more protection of your assets. I have a video that goes into some more of this detail if you haven't checked it out yet. I'll link it below. The process and requirements vary state to state. But the video goes over common steps and reasons for them. :) hope this helps! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1kZpkmE39a0.html Oh.... and its Wade. Although I have an employee named Wyatt! :)

@rhondaurb 3 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn I'm so sorry Wade!! Why did I call you Wyatt? 🤦🏻‍♀️. Thank you so much for your reply. I did watch your other video as well. I just did not want to spend hundreds of dollars to set up a LLC without even knowing how the business will go but I understand that this is the best approach. Thanks so much!!!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

No worries! :) and you do not need to go the llc route right away. Its up to you. If you want to test the waters first before you commit to an llc that is completely fine. Id still get a license and insurance though if selling to others. Thats just my own personal advice though. :)

@rhondaurb 3 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn another person said to put like a warning label on the candles at first. Thanks for your advice.

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Definitely. Actually that is a legal requirement. But it doesn't prevent liability onour parts unfortunately. But it does help

@amyfenner8694 3 года назад

Can you tell me what Web Site service that you use?

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Shopify. :)

@amyfenner8694 3 года назад

@@BlackTieBarn Thank you so much!

@BlackTieBarn 3 года назад

Welcome!