Pottery Candle Studio Checklist
Pottery Candle Studio Checklist
A structured framework for disciplined production
Studio Readiness
- My clay body is consistent and tested
- My candle vessels are repeatable in size and thickness
- I measure interior diameters accurately
- My glaze combinations are tested for heat stress
- I have accounted for kiln firing costs and wear
- I have factored my labor into vessel production
Candle Setup
- I have chosen one wax to master
- I understand ideal pour temperatures
- I have selected a small, focused fragrance lineup
- I have IFRA documentation for each fragrance
- I have multiple wick sizes for testing
- I use a digital scale for accurate measurements
Testing Protocol
- I allow proper cure time before burn testing
- I test multiple wick sizes per vessel diameter
- I burn test in timed intervals
- I document melt pool behavior
- I monitor for tunneling or overheating
- I discard failed pours
Production Systems
- My vessel sizes are standardized
- My glaze options are limited and repeatable
- My fragrance lineup is controlled
- I can batch production efficiently
- I have a consistent labeling system
Cost and Pricing Review
- I have calculated true vessel production cost
- I have calculated candle material cost
- I have included my labor in both stages
- My pricing supports long-term sustainability
Before Launch
- I have completed full burn tests
- I have compliant safety labels
- I have clear care instructions
- I am confident in the product's performance
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