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Julip
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09-28-2005

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 6:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
Baby - glad to hear your 2nd experience with tarts went much better! It sounds like the fresh cut rose is a winner with you. I hope you find some others in your collection that you like as well.

I'm also glad to hear the spill information helped you clean up everything!

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 6:26 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
I knew saving that spill information would be a good thing!

Good news, Baby - that's great you found a scent that you like. Keep going, you'll find a lot more, that's for sure.


Jinksy
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09-28-2005

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 6:27 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jinksy a private message Print Post    
Joely- You are going to love it! The season pass and wishlist are the best thing since sliced bread. My TiVo and I are already soulmates. When I wake up in the morning one of the first things I'm doing now is checking to see what little gems it found for me while I was sleeping. lmao. Fun, Fun, Fun. Make sure to keep us posted.

Jinksy
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09-28-2005

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 6:30 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jinksy a private message Print Post    
Baby- I'm glad to hear the tarts weren't so rough on you this time. Sounds like you had a better experience. The fresh cut rose scent sounds very pretty and light:-)

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 7:29 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
Most DVRs (mine, at least) don't have a wish list but they do have a season option which is wonderful.. you can set it to just record new shows or include repeats.

I seem to be sensitive to anything today with this cold.. Blah! Had to turn off Butter Cream Crunch and I love that one. So the warmer light is off in my house tonight. So sad.

That's a good price for the DVR, monthly, Joely. Here it is $9.95. I ordered a second one tonight online and they just emailed with a stock email saying they'd be in touch about installation.. which worries me since I didn't order installation, planning to install it myself (an option they do give). I want to just pick it up and return the regular box (this is on my upstairs TV.. then I can be recording FOUR shows at one time and I could even watch another recorded show on one TV and let a cat watch on the other.. lol.

I also called today and was told, sure I could just pick up a new cord/power supply but after being transferred I was told that this couldn't happen, someone had to come to my house (this is on my wireless computer cable box, where the power supply on the cord heated up. And died.

I told the guy to forget it for now. The place is a wreck, I don't need anyone to just replace a cord and I'm way too grumpy with this cold to deal.

Fresh Cut Rose made me sneeze.

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 7:40 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
My cable company will not let you pick up a DVR and install yourself. Any other box, yes, but not a DVR. It needs more signal strength going to it and they want to make sure you are going to be operational with no problems. They even bring a replacement box if your DVR goes bad - no self-exchange either.

When I was with a friend in TX, her cable company did let her bring in a DVR and exchange it for another. I'm sure they all have their "rules".

Feel better, Sea!

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 7:55 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
Hmpf.. well I already have one DVR that works (that they did install, I think).. However they do allow pickup of replacements.. good thing, too, I'm on at least #7.

Yep, they have their rules. ARRGH..

And maybe they could check the strength from outside, but I think the splitter between down and upstairs is in my patio.

<Grumble> I feel hideous.

Cathie
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08-16-2000

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 8:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cathie a private message Print Post    
Well, I am finally joining the Waffle Cone fan club. They aren't quite cured yet but I couldn't resist. It's very yummy! Now I just have to order the Strawberry Preserves to go with it...

I have tried the Monoi de Tahiti oil. I bought it as a face moisturizer, but the scent is not going to allow that to happen. It smells very much like the Neroli Di Orsini tarts, which are too sweet for me. Having it on my face was overwhelming. I did use it as a foot moisturizer tonight, following the instructions and putting socks on to keep it contained. The socks also hide the smell a little, too, lol. It is in a spray bottle, which confused me at first because the instructions say to use a few drops. I had trouble getting the pump spray to work until I went back and re-read Alyce's tip to warm the bottle in warm water because it can solidify when it is too cold (I guess my 65 degree bathroom is too cold). Once I warmed the bottle it worked very well.

Julip
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09-28-2005

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 9:06 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
Holly - the cable DVR is similar to the Tivo, with a few different features. I have both Tivo and cable DVR and will never go back to using a VCR! All the shows save to the unit's internal hard drive, so no external recording media needed.

What cable company do you have? Some advantages Tivo has over the cable DVR are the wish list feature that Jinksy mentioned, plus a better searchable program guide (covers more dates at one time - my cable DVR, at least, only covers a week at a time to search).

Cable DVR's advantages are being able to record 2 shows at a time with the option to simultaneously watch one program already recorded. I'm also able to record HD shows - my Tivo didn't allow me to do that, though the newer models may.

I'm sure you will hear a lot more advantages/disadvantages of both. That is what I can come up with now off the top of my head at this late hour.

Bonza is our resident Tivo guru, so I know she will have lots more info to offer up!

Julip
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09-28-2005

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 9:09 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
Sea - feel better!!

Cathie - thanks for the Monoi oil review. That doesn't sound like it would be good for my face either, if it smells like Neroli di Orsini! I like the scent in soap, but I think it would be too overwhelming for me if I had it on my face. Hope it is a great foot treatment!

Glad to hear you are liking the Waffle Cone, too! It has become one of my favorites.

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 9:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
I'b trying. <sniffle>

I keep having tears run out of my right eye. ACK.

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Monday, February 06, 2006 - 10:21 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
Julip - you have covered the subject with your usual thoroughness.

Oh, Waffle Cone...

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 7:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
Today is "use up what's in the sili-cups already day" and I am warming Fresh Squeezed Oranges and Sugared Vanilla Glaze.

What is everyone warming?



Kady
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07-30-2000

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kady a private message Print Post    
what are the basics that i must have to become an official tart burner? is there one place that i can get all my supplies except the tarts, i want to order them from alyce. i will be out close to a michaels today. can i get my stuff there?

i have been reading this whole thread and ya'll finally got me sucked in. i want tarts for home and for my tanning salon. :-)

Julip
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09-28-2005

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
That's a great idea, Bonza - I'm starting to run out of empty sili-cups too!

Today I still have Strawberry Waffles going, but I think today is it's last day of scent. In the family room I have Margaritaville going, thanks to Jinksy. It is a very nice fruity scent, but not a *wow* scent for me. I like it, and I'll still enjoy it if I get one in a sampler, but it is not a "run to the shopping cart" scent.

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:08 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
Kady - another victim comes out of the dark, to quote Joely. lol.

You can pick up a Candlesense warmer at Michael's and a white ramekin at Pier 1 for $1. That is your basic setup. If you want silicone baking cups to line the ramekin, making changing scents a snap, Bed Bath & Beyond carries them (but not all BB&Bs, all the time).

Julip
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09-28-2005

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:16 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
Kady - welcome to the world of tarts! We are glad to have you join the party.

If you are going to be by Michaels, that will work out great.

Tart warming basics really only include a warmer. The warmer you choose will dictate what other accessories you will need. Many here like the Candlesense (hot plate) warmer (see review folder above for pics), which you will also need a ceramic ramekin for. You may even have one in your cupboard already - butter warmer, creme brulee cup, custard cup...just as long as it is heat safe. In a pinch, you can use a coffee cup, the shallower the better.

- at Michaels, you can also find a tealight warmer. They have some nice ones. Don't forget a pack of tealights if you go for that option.

Those are really the basics. Accessories you may have seen us talk about are baggies - those are so you can share, swap, gift out tarts. Tarts must be stored either in the bakery bags they come in from Alyce when you buy a full dozen, or in polypropylene bags. Grocery/ziploc bags are the wrong type of plastic because they will suck the scent oil out of the soy wax.

Silicups are another optional accessory for the hotplate/ramekin warmer combo. It just makes popping out the used wax faster. Not a "need", though. You can also use foil lined disposable muffin cups, or melt directly in the ramekin.

Check out Alyce's FAQs on her site for a lot of great information, too!

A sampler bag is the best way to start! If there are particular scents that appeal to you right off the bat, try the tarty parts. Or, you can see what the ladies on the Delphi Forum have up for sale.

Hope that helps!

Joely
Member

09-24-2005

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:36 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Joely a private message Print Post    
Another one bites the dust! and another ones gone and another ones gone, another one bites the dust. HEY! we're gonna get you too, another one bites the dust.

(notice I didn't put it in quotes... not sure those are the exact words! lol)

Kady ~ I want to come to your tanning salon! My pasting white winter body is in the need for some warmth! :-)

Good Morning Bonza & Julip!

Julip ~ I think maybe Sea could put the information from your last post in the header somewhere... it's perfect information for the beginner.

Sea ~ I hope that you're feeling better today!

I have a few scents in rami's that need to be finished up before I start anything new.

Funny story... my mom came into town last night for the evening and she looked at my two tart baskets and gasped. "What on earth! are you going to do with ALL! those tarts!?"

"Step AWAY from the tart baskets!"

It was funny.

Oh, and my new and largest order (last for the winter) just shipped out today.

Kady
Member

07-30-2000

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:40 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kady a private message Print Post    
yes, ya'll got me!! hubby may be happy with this because he hates me burning candles. my favorite candle scents are baby powder and vanilla. i have been reading and so far i think i have picked out...Beachbaby, Pure Grace, Seaside, Banana Nut Bread and a sampler bag.

i'll be near michael's today and thursday near BBB and pier 1. so i should have all my supplies by friday. i'll order tarts tomorrow. i'll have time at home tomorrow. right now i'm at work and don't like placing orders on this computer.

i'm sure i'll have more questions later. but for now i think i'm on the right track. i really love all the cute warmers but they are expensive. i want to be positive i like them before i invest a fortune.

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:42 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
I love it - another one bites the dust!

Joely - you should tell your mom that Julip probably has 10 times the amount of tarts that you have.

And Joely - did you place that order 1/31 or 2/1? I am trying to gauge when my order might ship - it was a relatively small order.

Kady
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07-30-2000

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:46 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kady a private message Print Post    
joely...the beds feel so good when its cold outside. i got in yesterday morning and was warmed to the bone. i've been freezing today, it was 30 here this morning but darn it, i had nobody to watch the shop while i got in.

Julip
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09-28-2005

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julip a private message Print Post    
Joely - perfect theme song! Too bad we can't have that song play on our computers everytime "another victim comes out of the dark". Kinda like when Trevor Hoffman of the SD Padres takes the field at Petco Park. .

I give you all permission to print out the photos of my Tart Cart to show anybody who gives you a hard time about your tart collection - show them that it could be a lot, lot worse. lmao

Yay, Joely, on your order! woo hoo, VDay scents!

Bonzacat
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07-08-2003

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bonzacat a private message Print Post    
Kady - Beach Baby is no more, I am very sorry to report, as it was one of my favorites. As an alternative, consider Ocean Mist (which has a hint of suntan lotion) and Beach (floral and beachy).

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 9:53 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
My VD order shipped today, but right now I can't melt anything anyway.

I feel wretched but I must force myself to shower and go out because all my nyquil and daycare are like from exp 2002! And they arn't helping too much. So I want full strength that will knock me out.

I skipped class and Curves yesterday and it isn't looking good for today, either. For ont thing I don't want to bring my germs to the Senior Center, where I'm one of the youngest.

Just wiped out!

Joely
Member

09-24-2005

Tuesday, February 07, 2006 - 10:06 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Joely a private message Print Post    
Kady ~ I miss that feeling. I used to tan in the winter once a week, just to FEEL the sun! :-) The nice scent when someone walks in will be awesome!

Bonza ~ It was on the 31st. Remember... I emailed you and said "I'm going in!" lol So exactly six days since I place my order late that evening.

... and yes! I did tell my mom about Julip's TART CART! She laughed. Loves the tarts but says that she has <gasp!> plenty for the next month. (she thought I was going to share more) Bonza... didn't we have a talk about his?

Sea ~ I'm in dismay that you feel so cruddy. I wish that I lived closer to you so I could bring you soup! and new nyquil!