What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Candle Business

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@MemoryBoxCandleCo Год назад

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@sofiaanastasiou8833 3 года назад

The tips on this video: 1. Get a respirator - it makes you not feel exhausted afterwards 2. Get a presto pot 3. Look into more about gift wrap orders 4. Have a separate notebook to organise your testing 5. You don't need to have a big stock of each scent all the time 6. Have custom blends 7. Have multiple suppliers 8. Look into the fees of your selling platform and put that in the price of your candles 9. Talk to a CPA for bookkeeping and taxes

@jiltedlittle6868 3 года назад

I totally thought she said prestopod and it turns out thats a podcast manager 🤣😂

@SofiyaRomanova777 3 года назад

thank u i have adhd and i can’t sit thru a video 😭🥺🤍

@lisasimek37 3 года назад

THANKYOU 💝

@mahimlula8636 3 года назад

Thank you

@drrobotnikmeanbeanma 3 года назад

Do shoe strings or yarn burn efficient or good like candle wicks. Can you use tree twigs for candle wick ???

@BS-tm3ls 3 года назад

I just don’t understand why some people have given a thumbs down 👎🏻 on this video? Your advice is so insightful and valuable! And the fact that you’ve been sharing your advice along the way speaks volumes, because so many candle makers act so secretive about their processes - almost like they want other candle makers to struggle and spend a ton of wasted time and money on learning. I’ll never understand that mentality, it seems very selfish to me! You are truly a gem, and the most giving kind of person for wanting to share all of your knowledge. ❤️

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

You can’t please everyone! That is something I have learned being online ❤️ thank you so much for watching and for your sweet comment!

@rljohn3742 3 года назад

Probably some haters, I agree this is good video

@hughniqueperspective2686 3 года назад

It’s unfortunate but haters gonna hate...it’s their job.

@empressspace8110 2 года назад

Bec you should not feel sick doing this if you use clean non toxic candles. But regardless I liked her video

@PancakesandPrayer 2 года назад

I know right! I’m so grateful she gave these valuable tips

@Randomvids205 3 года назад

You’re helping so much lovely, really appreciate your videos!! I’ve been on a binge with your videos for the last couple of days lol. Very excited to start selling and serving people my own way with candles!

@lovensiaalbasit1520 3 года назад

You're very generous and kind for sharing all the information regarding the handmade candle business. Thanks for that! Keep going, girl! May success always on your side.

@CamettScents 3 года назад

will you need jars,

@kdyoshii 3 года назад

Thank you for always being so open!!

@juaneshasmith4787 Год назад

I’m starting my candle business, currently getting all my supplies this weekend! REALLY nervous but excited at the same time. So this is great information and Thank you! 😊

@tameikalexis Год назад

This is where I am right now. How has the journey been?

@leonorcabral372 10 месяцев назад

@@tameikalexis how did it work wit you?? Im in the same Spot now 🙃

@Monocultured01 2 месяца назад

Curious how it went! I'm planning on starting a candle business and am deciding on whether I should launch with 2, 3, or 4 scent options

@Gigiethechoublaklady 3 года назад

Excited about the bookkeeping and taxes video. Thank you again. And you are absolutely right 💯 about the second supplier option.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you for watching Gigi! I’m excited to get educated on the topic! ☺️❤️

@Nyasia_Mo 3 года назад

Your channel is always so very helpful with each posting. Thank you Erica 💜 happy you’re feeling better and found a good solution. Your transparency is beyond helpful to so many of us and not just candle making. Small business tips in a whole.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching! ☺️

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

Ehy can you share your website?

@sherilyngreen3891 3 года назад

I'm loving all your videos Erica! I've been running my little candle business in Australia on and off for about 5 years just on the side and I'm learning so much from your videos and I can really relate to a lot of things so thank you!

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

Hey can you share your website?

@LizzieWestBathandBody 3 года назад

I am so happy that you are sharing this! So many people have jumped on the Tumblr bandwagon the epoxy tumbler bandwagon and don't have the common sense to use one of those their health issues are life-changing because they weren't instructed to use a respirator! Well done Erica absolutely well done! In my lifetime at 57 I have learned many things and a young person such as you, you're basically the fountain of youth! My colors are black and white for the two businesses that I'm active in. I also produce white label products and for some reason I was going to go with a mason jar a farmhouse mason jar if I decided to go into candles. There are about three possibly four RU-vid content creators that I follow that are using these matte glass candle containers. I want to thank you I have located the manufacturer and I'm excited for my journey I can't wait to see them in person and a finished good! I'm not sure which lid s you use but I did go with the natural bamboo only because it's a renewable resource if that makes any sense to you. Your product photography is way up there very inspiring! And that other video that mentions "Placeit" I guess I just had to have another person's eyes and a different perspective to really point out yeah that does look like a mock-up! So I am currently waiting for my samples and I'm following that up with a very large order! And because of your kindness because of your generosity, you will be getting a case or two from me just because and you can come up with a candle line called random acts of kindness because that's what you do, you have blessed me! I'm originally from the city of Orange in Orange County currently I'm in Michigan! I don't miss the traffic I certainly don't miss the smog and I'm pretty sure there's residual cow smell going through Riverside out to where you live I just can't do that anymore! Glad to support a fellow Californian even though I live in Michigan and if you get a Patreon shout it out girl let me sign up! Again thanks for all you do! Edit: Can you give the dimensions of the candle on the desk it is cuter than cute, the mfg has a set of three of those in packaging and I am looking into those along with their corresponding boxes.

@imeldatablada4635 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this video. I’m starting my candle business next year.

@Casseyyy2012 3 года назад

Happy you’ve found things that works for you. People don’t do their research for fumes..... even epoxy , everyone is doing moulds etc...

@chiemisami4930 3 года назад

Been binging your videos lately and they are so helpful, thank you so much for your hard work! Its making me excited to start my candle journey :)

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching! ❤️

@AndreaBou 3 года назад

After working on it for a while now, today I finally launched my own candle business! (I even posted a youtube video about it today too) thank you for all your tips! You were such a source of inspiration and education! Happy new year Erica

@AndreaBou 3 года назад

@@ayodeile thank you so much!

@Sweetyminu123 2 года назад

Hey Andrea, how's your business going?

@firdowskruger9896 2 года назад

Thank you, dear. I have just subscribed to your channel now. I want to start a candle making business so I am gonna binge watch your channel. This was really informative. Love and greetings from Pretoria, South Africa.

@tameikalexis Год назад

As I’m watching this, you mention wishing you had the space for the large presto pots and at the same time I minimized this screen to browse the rest of your videos and in the last video you uploaded is a thumbnail with your dream of the large presto pots. Good for you! Thank you for these tips!

@lanettablack9214 3 года назад

Good idea about having a testing notebook. I'm just starting out and I will definitely keep one. Thank you. Love your videos.

@lifeoflexi7229 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video !! Your gonna be my candle god 😂🦋 I’m looking into the candle business just getting started and doing research your video helped me a lot and I got so amazing notes

@kawannaberry9406 2 года назад

You are God scent “sent” 😆 thank you once again. I just stated my candle business. And you just covered everything that I’m going through. I feel so much better knowing that I’m not the only one. I just wish I had watched this sooner. I’ve already loss a lot of money. But great learning experience.. Thank you once again..

@fernandatizoc5663 3 года назад

Your videos are so helpful. Your so thorough and sweet. Thank you

@mayacassidy8959 2 года назад

Loved this video! I am opening a candle Etsy shop and these tips were super helpful! Thanks!

@meryl9846 3 года назад

These are great tips not only for those who want to start a candle business but also for small online businesses in general!

@KYESHAKNOWSSKIN 3 года назад

Yessss Erica please do a video on the bookkeeping and taxes !

@andmar5 3 года назад

Yessss!!!! I second this!

@Coconutluxenaturals 3 года назад

I third this xx

@carolinecarriere5505 3 года назад

I'm a crafter, a business owner and a bookkeeper. Ask your questions, I may be able to help. Now is a good time to look at your business finances before the end of the year to avoid paying too much taxes. You still have a few days to reduce your tax liability.

@LaLa-tn9xn 3 года назад

@@carolinecarriere5505 I have so many questions! 😳 Thinking to start a candle business. What should I be keeping track of outside of sales and purchases. Is thee a service like QuickBooks you recommend or an excel book keeping template?

@BonBon-cw4hc 3 года назад

@@carolinecarriere5505 Should I start off my business (soon to be) with an LLC or Sole Proprietorship?

@fixyourcrownllc.5598 3 года назад

Omg this video is so informative 🤗 thank you so much

@maryblack8266 2 года назад

Loved this video. So nice and informal. not scary. Down to earth. I wasnt thinking of business re my candle making but after listening to this I might. Really informative and great guidance. Thanks.

@beloved.mermaid 2 года назад

This was very helpful, thank you! I'm preparing to make my first batch of candles! 💜

@noemicarrion6883 2 года назад

I needed this video in my life. Thank you so much for sharing. It has been so much help and for the people putting thumbs down shame on you. This video is awesome! I've learned so much. Thank you again.

@trevantmann4851 3 года назад

Great video! Love the amount of detail you gave.

@wookieesluv 3 года назад

Great information , definitely will use it. Thank you so much

@Jumpout074 3 года назад

Use this respirator at work to discard pathology tissue and formalin. Make sure you monitor the hours used because the filters are only good for a certain amount of hours. Your videos are amazing and truly helpful.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you!

@AndyMorrisArt 2 года назад

that's the same respirator I got! I bought it for when I'm wood working but plan to use it when I start making candles. Thanks for a great video!

@FreddyArteaga16 3 года назад

Your videos are literally the best! Forever grateful for coming across your page because it’s helped me so much!! Thanks for all that you do❤️

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching!! So glad it is helpful for you!

@KateReding 3 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us!

@YesiamDiandra 3 года назад

Love your videos! You’ve been super helpful ❤️

@commavomitcryptid 3 года назад

Honestly this helped me a lot.

@ms_taree7335 3 года назад

After working in a higher volume studio: I totally agree with the respirator tip. Depending on production volume /sensitivity you may like wearing goggles as well. Red Clover tea is nice for allergies/respiratory irritations.

@merendofamily 2 года назад

Why does making candles effect your lungs?

@jms9057 2 года назад

@@merendofamily There's a huge difference between what off-gasses from a finished candle when you burn it, and what off-gasses from the ingredients when they're all hot, liquid, and higher volume. The saturation of what you're breathing in during the manufacturing process is much, much higher, and can contain different gasses and particles than what is in the finished product (due to chemical changes, etc). A fragrance that is "safe" to breathe when released during candle burn can be really harmful when breathed in while mixing batches, due to the difference in volume of the chemicals. Read the MSDS for your ingredients - you'd be surprised how nasty they can be at batch volume! Really, though, there's just no reason not to protect your lungs when you're doing anything that could cause you to breathe in gases or particles that aren't in what is considered normal, clean air. Lung issues are no joke!

@nenaw.1076 3 года назад

Just found your channel and am loving your vids- have already learned so much good stuff from you- thank you!! 😊

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Aw thank you for watching!!

@aubreymalone3280 3 года назад

I love your channel so much! I’ve been watching all your videos as I plan to get started making candles. Thank you!!

@angelareed-maddox3207 3 года назад

This video was just what I was looking for. I'm trying to make a start in candle making. Thanks so much, I'm subscribing right now.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you! ☺️

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

How it is going?

@daisyale 2 года назад

I’m happy I came across ur channel! Ur very helpful 🤩🥰

@quotesinparadise1808 3 года назад

The candle burning in the background is iconic

@spyscy 3 года назад

I’ve been thinking about candle making the past couple months, I’m finally going to jump in next week!! Your channel has been super helpful, thank you so much!! This video could not have come at a better time :)

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Yay that’s awesome, congrats! ☺️❤️

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

How it is going?

@spyscy 2 года назад

@@draugh1r219 good!! I’ve learned soooo much, played around with different waxes, fragrances, temperatures, colorants….made some candle labels for friends bdays, a lot of trial and error but it’s been awesome! Waiting for some things to settle down then I’m planning to start selling on Etsy early next year :)

@Sweetyminu123 2 года назад

@@spyscy Hey! Did you learn candle making from someone (through a course) or by yourself?

@spyscy 2 года назад

@@Sweetyminu123 mostly from RU-vid! Memory box candle co, armatage candle company, bramble berry, and black tie barn are the main ones I got started on (and still watch today!) there are so many RU-vid videos out there explaining the many aspects of candle making, but at the end of the day it comes down to you to test and try different things. It’s certainly an expensive hobby if you’re trying to get everything right 😅😅 I also googled a lot of stuff whenever I had questions. Reddit has a page for candle makers with some solid answers, along with other candle business’ web pages, or candle supplier’s information on their own products

@revealinspirations 2 года назад

Thanks for all the time and compact info you've put into this video ♥! Please tell us how you feel or experience with wood wicks? Thanks in advance ☺.

@shunwilliams6180 3 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing video ♥️♥️♥️♥️

@tanishamurray7358 3 года назад

The Ultimate Chandlers Workbook is a great tool for candle makers.

@renegirardi6624 2 года назад

Thank you for mentioning good ventilation. I will have a newborn in the house when testing candles.

@lexy10985 2 года назад

I own my own Etsy shop and I’ve gift wrapped from the beginning with gift notes and my customers really appreciate it

@CovetAlchemyCandles 3 года назад

Looks like I need to add a presto pot to my Xmas list. Thanks Erica!

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

It is SOOO worth it!! 💜

@happycat631 3 года назад

Would love to hear about your chat with the CPA!!

@jasminclark3761 3 года назад

I’ve bought all the supplies and was thinking of doing this as a business. This video was posted on my birthday so I’m taking that as a sign to start it 😋🕯🤣

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

How it is going? Do you already have a website?

@michaelcantu868 3 года назад

Hi, Erica wow your video and audio are so much better with your new equipment. How is the Moulin Rouge doing? Do you think you'll try a different style jar in the future?

@PancakesandPrayer 2 года назад

Great tips ❤️ loved the respirator tip ❤️

@desiraefuentes3332 3 года назад

Yeah the mask could save your life. I used to work by for one of the main wax manufacturers in Southern California and I came down with a rare incurable lung disease called pulmonary hypertension. They can’t say 100% but I never smoked and there was no other cause. Now on oxygen 24/7. Good luck!!!! I worked and ran there store front and did sales made them myself as well. Can’t be around fragrance or even a candle ever again.

@laurapleurodon 3 года назад

That's wild. Wow. I'm sorry that happened to you. I wish people realized how toxic "fragrance" is. Not just in candles but in almost everything. I'm super duper sensitive to fragrances/harsh chemicals & though it can be annoying sometimes or people think I'm being difficult, I've learned to be grateful that my body is so quick to alert me when I'm in contact with/breathing in harmful chemicals.

@lifebeelifebee9214 2 года назад

Oh my goodness, you never know what can hit you right? I am sorry to hear all this what happened to you. I hope you WILL cure your condition. Look into alternative healing, start with full body detox, by fasting and some breezing therapy, like one by a man named Wim Hof. I used to work in a gift shop that sold tons of candles, I guess to inhale the liquid fumes are what done this to you? I do not like burning candles in my home, except pure bee wax tea candles, just intuitively. Much luck

@charskater 2 года назад

Pulmonary hypertension is not a lung disease caused by breathing in wax.

@thenaturalgemini 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing what you have learned with others, I am taking notes. :0) I wish you the best with your business.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you ☺️

@michelleford9951 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this I really really enjoyed the information

@tamekaschannel5273 3 года назад

I like my presto pot but idk I have been having trouble with the net weight coming out accurate when I use it. My process is to melt the wax, then pour the amount I need into the pouring pot, add the require FO but when I pour into the jars, the weight is off sometimes by 10 grams. Ive changed my scales, kitchen and pocket scale but I’m still having the same issue. It’s stressing me out a LOT. Other than that, the idea of the time it saves is on point.

@Serel25 2 года назад

Perfect! The first question I had was answered first... I have lung disease and feel like I shouldn't even be doing this ♥️

@kabikis1994 2 года назад

Thank u so much for this tips looking to start my candles business soon

@khloepexleas3278 3 года назад

This was so helpful in my Cresent Candle Buisness

@sophrosyne5900 2 года назад

Took me a full year to launch . Just launched 2weeks ago and have had 10 sales and now I have a few shelves in a store. I only sell locally and dont even ship . I hate using fragrances and I am extremely sensitive to smell as well ... I leave the window open and fan on ... I might buy a respirator.... main thing I wish I knew was to pay attention to the flashpoint when using fragrance oils . Havent perfected pure essential oils but it's my goal this year . Good suggestion on the respirator!!

@janatrpkovska3670 3 года назад

When are you going to make a video about taxes and that stuff?? 🥺 Lovee your videos and appreciate your workk❤️!!

@mortizmetzger 3 года назад

thank you so much for sharing! this is invaluable information

@wood_sparks 8 месяцев назад

I'm so so glad I found your channel!!

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 8 месяцев назад

I’m so glad too! ☺️

@sandradowling7239 3 года назад

Grt video, you’re v generous in your advice so thank you. Can l ask if reheating the wax in the presto pot thing .. lm European so notsure what our version is called.. but does reheating over and over compromise the wax at all ?

@aneesahfarid486 3 года назад

Thank you! This was really helpful

@kiramcspice 3 года назад

Thank you so much for these videos. You helped me start my candle company

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

How it is going are you still online?

@Gigiethechoublaklady 3 года назад

Thank you Erika for this video. By the way your chair looks comfy loll

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you! And haha it’s my boyfriends gaming chair, it’s really comfy! ❤️

@jessignz1255 2 года назад

Very helpful information! Thank you so much!

@iLoveTurtlesHaha 3 года назад

6:40 ... I'm dying because I'm the same. Lucky I went and bought a bunch of pocket size sketch books and some Micron pens so I'm dedicating one to my hobby. I usually keep a general version of this, but at 3 finished books of notes, jumping around is difficult.

@jenniferperdomo4548 3 года назад

Maybe that’s why I’m not feeling to well . Didn’t think of that but makes complete sense

@mrs.columbo1803 3 года назад

Thankyou for your honestly . Yes I’m sensitive too .. 🤍

@alicethewise6265 3 года назад

I thought you said Presso. I'm glad you put the product in you information or else I would have been lost.

@trsd_ 2 года назад

Yessssssssss to this video !!! thank you !!

@jbernard86 Год назад

For sensitive skin I would recommend Ren Evercalm Cleansing Milk and Global Protection Day Creme. Quite expensive but completely calmed down so intense eczema on my face.

@jdy89 3 года назад

As far as the presto pot, I feel like it almost pays for itself in terms of not having to leave your stove on for hours.

@Mikki_P 3 года назад

@@nataliemesbah1639 add it to a pouring pitcher then add your fragrance

@roderickbarnes2305 3 года назад

You get a like... great job.. kept my attention and great information...

@CorinaStMartinArt Год назад

This was great, thank you!

@sw5320 2 года назад

Your video is inspirational for me to seek ingredients that are not toxic needing a gas mask, thank you

@rebeccasouza1654 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing! Very helpful :)

@user-ir7yh5zq2p 3 года назад

I stumbled upon your videos a while back by chance and now i’m seriously considered opening my candle business in Saudi Arabia ! Thanks for all the great tips. And btw, do u ship internationally yet?

@ririnminartisaprani6696 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this valuable info.

@wendycain7225 3 года назад

Great and helpful video thanks, no problem with Brodys toy :)

@jazzminrios699 5 месяцев назад

Thank You so much i been suffering from respiratory issues and this is helpful since im starting to make candles again. 😊 i got my dogs in the house will it affect them as well😮

@maddiesmith4498 2 года назад

Great tips ty so much I hope that I can get this done. Do you need anything specific with your scents like creative license with your own blends or does that fall under your branding? Because that is something that I would do right off the beginning. I think that I would say what kind of brands you do like best and wicks ?

@lauralangley7240 3 года назад

Every video you highlight some really great points. I started a noted book just on products to develop. I will take the advice to keep a log for both my candles and bath bombs that I want to start making. I also agree with a very key point that I felt was super helpful. And that is to have small supply but a variety of fragrances. I also watched the one where you discuss mixing fragrances too. Very nice ideas and super helpful. Plus, I agree keeping a ledger of costs in my Excel program is what I want to start working on to keep track of costs. I also like that you mention the costs of doing business with Etsy and factoring into your candles. That works nice for you and you can put a light increase too so if you want to discount say holiday candles by say 5% you will not loose profit either. I have seen some candle makers do this as well. Thank you for your candle label video as well. Super helpful and one of the better ones I have seen. Thank you again Erica and hope your candle testing is going great.

@carteblanchesydney 3 года назад

I’m asthmatic so the respirator is fantastic advice 💛

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Me too ❤️ I hope it helps you!

@DrPatTucci Год назад

I keep all of my recipes in my head. However I do find this video very interesting and it will help many people interested in candle making a head start. Don't give up over 50% of people who get into candle making quit because they can't get the mixture right. One you have to find the right wax. Two all candle vessels are not created equal. Three all fragrances or essential oils have a different flashpoint. Four there are many things to consider what size wick how wide and how to adhere it to the bottom of the vessel. All I can say is test test test! If you do it wrong and hit the flashpoint your candles can explode and start a fire. Practice makes perfect. Good luck.

@ghazalehmt5037 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your help and kindness. I'm going to start my business next month and you are a gift for me 🙂❤️❤️💓💓💓

@Edzhjus 3 года назад

House of Wax 👽

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

How it is going? :D

@ghazalehmt5037 2 года назад

@@draugh1r219 um not good 🙃 I don't have a camera and I have problems with photography and Instagram design

@draugh1r219 2 года назад

@@ghazalehmt5037 uh ok, sad to ear that, do you have a website or you didn't started for that?

@pinkypink3867 3 года назад

I'm starting a candle business next month. Excited but nervous😝

@allijohnson902 3 года назад

Yesss! The respirator is a must have! I felt so sick the day after I made candles and I couldn't pinpoint the cause. Eventually I realized it was likely from the candles. I think we forget that fragrance oil is technically a chemical, especially when we're handling large quanities during the making process!

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Oh yes! And I know a lot of people make the argument that it means it’s not safe for candles. But there’s a huge different between lots of potent, undiluted FO, and just 10% FO burning in a candle. I honestly don’t know how I’ve made so many candles without one! 😅

@maliastella-luna9630 3 года назад

because unless you are using beeswax it is toxic, and same with fragrance oils... even small amounts are toxic and should not be inhaled.

@HL-iu8mq 2 года назад

would you say i need a respirator if the candles arent scented?

@jms9057 2 года назад

@@maliastella-luna9630 there is often pesticide residue in natural beeswax, and it's nearly impossible to prevent, since you can't control where bees gather their raw materials. And since pesticides weren't intended to be burned at all....well, I wouldn't want to breathe it.

@jms9057 2 года назад

@@HL-iu8mq yes. You're being exposed to far more of the offgassing chemicals than the end user of a single burning candle!

@lynn5991 3 года назад

Thank you for all of this information

@DestineTheLeader 3 года назад

Thank you!!! You’re amazing

@CamettScents 3 года назад

good will you need jars?

@JeannetteValenc1a 3 года назад

Thanks for all the tips!

@patriciabrown4061 3 года назад

Very good advice, thanks Erica.

@MemoryBoxCandleCo 3 года назад

Thank you for watching ☺️

@jinholee5191 2 года назад

Did you ever do a video on the questions you asked the CPA and what to do about bookkeeping and whatnot?

@ImLisaMoore 3 года назад

Oh yeah...I can totally attest that the note pad in your phone is a bad idea. I also make soap and lost my notes on all my soaps.

@zipcodemanila7452 3 года назад

Im melting like a candle because you’re so beautiful 😅😅😅. Thanks for the Tips!

@marahirchert8101 3 года назад

I really appreciate all your videos. They are so good and teach me a lot. What about LLC, DBA, trademark? Do we need one of those to start a candle business?