Diyflavorshack contest-- take a peek diy tips

[dawnmarie]

contest where YOU GUYS post a *short* "my favorite DIY tip" ?

I know newbies to DIY are always trying to learn something new!

WE WILL USE RANDOM POSTS TO WIN

ONE 25.00 GIFT CERT
AND A WHOLE BUNCH OF 30ML BOTTLES

GET YOUR FRIENDS IN HERE WE NEED MORE THAN 100 POSTS

HUGSS DAWN

WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 11-11 MY FAVORITE DAY

 

[Sandiej02]

Guess I'll start ... GREAT CONTEST Dawn!

Probably one the MOST IMPORTANT tips to learn first (IMO) is to KEEP GREAT NOTES.

I learned this early on when I made a wonderful recipe that I absolutely loved ...
and didn't keep any notes while doing it.

Needless to say, I've never been able to quite "duplicate it" again - never exactly like the original.

 

[Vash]

Start small with %.Always easy to add more than fix to much

 

[whodat2112]

Always take proper precautions with the nicotine base.

 

[Hillbillie]

For drawing up VG, use the needle from a meat-injector kit. The needle is stainless steel, has a large bore, and even has a lure-lock. Makes the draw easy-peasy!

If nothing else, use no needle at all.

Happy DIYing and thank you, Dawn, for the contest!

 

[Topdogie01]

When trying a new flavor make it without nic in a ~5 ml batch. This leaves room to make changes or add nic later if you like it.

 

[tfnc]

Allways put the lid back on the flavor,PG,VG what ever as soon as you are done with it. Open bottles setting around is just asking for a mess!

 

[Heden Aklowd]

The only DIY tip I have since I haven't made my own juice yet is GET YOUR FLAVORS FROM DAWN

 

[traderljp]

I'm pretty new to DIY, but the best tip I ever got was to ready all the 'sticky' threads in the ECF DIY forum

 

[MoonLit_Water]

If Your PG-VG-Nic Base are in similar looking bottles, Mark very clearly on the lid in big letters what they are, also use different colored electrical tape to rubber bands around each bottle, only ever open ONE bottle at at time.

Thanks for the contest good luck everyone

 

[GtrSoloist]

Always wear gloves while handling / mixing liquids.

 

[aikanae1]

I keep everything on a tray, an old cookie sheet with an edge around it so if there is a spill, it's confined.

 

[flowerpots]

1) consider all items that nicotine comes in contact with to be contaminated and not usable for anything else

2) mix your flavors first until you are satisfied with the result, then add the nicotine to prevent waste

3) start with simple flavors first to get the hang of mixing, then increase complexity with multiple ingredients as you get better at mixing

Thank you for the contest!

 

[SinisterRaccoon]

Take your time and don't rush the mix. Dont need any bad spills

Yes, I am an Insiduous Raccoon

 

[Vash]

Extra tips Doesnt need to count for contest .

Always rinse syringes really well before making different flavors to not contaminate the next batch.

Also all drops are not created equal.I have found its better to always measure with a syringe than use the drop measurements from any of the e juice calculators.

 

[tiggerrts]

1: Takes notes on everything you do.
2: Makes anything new in a small amount, if you make something too strong you can add to it. If the bottle is already full you have trouble.
3: Treat the nic concentrate seriously, cap it as soon as you are done. No distractions I.E. Cats, dogs, children.
4: Start flavoring at a smaller % to try new ones, if it is not strong enough add more, remember take notes.
5: Always use the same syringe, needle, or dropper for the same liquids and part to be consistent.
6: You will be hesitant or even afraid on your first try, after that it gets easier and easier.
7: When purchasing flavors to try get small bottles, that way if you don't like the flavor you have not wasted more money on a larger bottle.
8: You can find VG "glycerin" at Wal-mart in the pharmacy section "USP" grade
9: There are a ton of people who are willing to help, just ask

 

[kritter]

Get yoreself a good online ejuice calculator!

 

[olderthandirt]

Here's a tip from one who is terminally challenged when it comes to math. Take the time to get yer numbers on!
Percentages are your DIY friend (-:

 

[tnash]

Have not ventured into DIY yet, but so far I'd say to read all these posts. Some great ideas here.

 

[1w15h1w45m0ngu]

Label everything thoroughly. It's easy to forget what's in all those little bottles if you don't stay organized.