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Fall is in the air 😄 Are you ready?

One thing I have learned…

Fragrance preferences are so personal.

When I first started on my candlemaking journey many years ago, I naïvely assumed floral fragrances were the most popular. Boy was I wrong!

So I want to ask you, what is your favorite fragrance profile? Floral? Perfumy? Earthy and woody? Gourmand? Spicy? There are too many to list 😄

I’d love to know what YOU love!

Which Farmhouse kitchen is your favorite? I’m nearing the end of my light and bright era and easing into the more earthy vibe, maybe even a bit moody? One thing you can always count on, there will always be a candle in my kitchen!

Therapy is good, too!! Candles just relax different ❤️

Drop a 🖐️ if you’re ready for fall!

Ooooooohhh, so exciting!!

One thing to know about me, I love all things patriotic and USA!

A beautiful collection of patriotic candles is coming soon! 🙌🏻

Drop a ☀️ if you’re excited!

It’s here!!

Indulge in the enchanting fragrance of our Meadow & Grove candle, nestled in a stunning blush crystal jar that adds a touch of elegance to any space. With its harmonious blend of earthy citrus, delicate floral notes, and a subtle hint of musk, this luxurious farmhouse-inspired candle transports you to a serene sanctuary. Immerse yourself in the refreshing essence of citrus groves, while the soothing undertones of jasmine, rose and lavender evoke the tranquility of a blossoming meadow. Let the warm embrace of woods and musk envelop you, creating an ambiance of relaxation and refinement.

Whether adorning your living room, bedroom, or bath, Meadow & Grove captivates the senses and elevates your surroundings with its irresistable allure.

This is April’s candle release and will not return once sold out. Order via link in bio ❤️

A sneak peek at this month’s candle release. I know I’m a few days late but celebrating Easter with loved ones was more of a priority than getting these beauties released exactly on the 1st 😂

Tomorrow I’ll unveil the month of April’s stunning candle. Perfect for sunshine, perfect for spring, perfect for new beginnings. I can’t wait to show you. 🥰

Often when I’m out running errands I’ll see something that I instantly think “oh, candle!” This gorgeous gold pear tray was my most recent find and it made the most beautiful candle! I’m quite into creating unique and stunning pieces that evoke the essence of luxury and refined beauty with a touch of rustic elegance. This pear candle is all that and more.

14oz | soy wax | luxury fragrance | NFS

Introducing our exquisite Limited Edition Candle for March! Each month, we unveil a unique masterpiece, and this one is not to be missed!

Embrace the essence of spring with our newest creation, handcrafted with the finest ingredients. Petals and Moss is a little floral and a little earthy. A full description is on the website! 🌟

Hurry, it’s only available until the end of March, or while supplies last! Don’t let this luxurious experience slip away. Visit our website now to secure yours. Link in bio.

The candles I make for you are a way to express my artistic and creative side. Making something so beautiful that I can share with the world brings warmth to my heart and I hope it warms yours, too.

Gilded Bloom: Petals and Moss Elegance:

Indulge in the enchanting harmony of delicate petals and earthy moss, elegantly captured in our Gilded Bloom candle. Housed in a 4oz gold tin topped with a feminine flower, this candle radiates sophistication and nature’s allure, creating a luxurious ambiance wherever it flickers.

Working with wax and wicks is not just creating a candle; to me, it’s creating art. Each piece unique and one of a kind. That’s how I want my candles to be: unique, feminine, ethereal, stunning, a work of art.

This P E T A L S & M O S S candle is truly stunning. Hand poured in a hand-carved dough bowl with a richly scented woodsy floral fragrance and adorned with gorgeous petite flowers shimmering with an opulent pearl finish.

Rustic, organic, feminine, beautiful.

What I’ve been up to lately: creating a luxurious collection to the candle shop. This one’s not yet added to the website but I promise, it’s all things bougie / luxury / with hints of cottage-core / farmhouse. 🥰

Lots of new things coming to the candle shop. This is a sneak peak at something I’m really excited about. Thank you for working with me and doing an amazing job printing and binding these beauties! I can’t wait to share them with you all!

As a kid growing up I have fond memories of my parents taking us to a local dairy and buying milk in glass bottles in a wire 6 pack bottle holder. These are fond memories of my childhood and I wanted to turn those memories into a candle.

This is such a deviation from my normal vibe but I LOVE how they tuned out! I’ve been wanting to do a milk jar candle for a while and finally got to make my idea a reality this weekend.

What do you think of these cuties? They are Lucy-Moo approved (our farm dairy cow) 🥰

Embracing cozy vibes on a winters day - chasing away the winter blues with the warm glow of luxury.

Can we just talk about wax for a second? There are so many choices of candle wax out there! All have great properties!

Paraffin: it’s frequently said to be toxic and terrible but in reality it’s a fantastic wax to use for candles. Much like soy, paraffin wax is food-grade. It IS a petroleum by-product however it does not produce any more chemicals than soy wax, and those chemicals are very very minimal. Paraffin wax is natural, non-GMO, it’s non-reactive, and it is semi-translucent. Most of the candles you buy from big brand candlemakers in the US are made with either some amount of paraffin or all paraffin.

Soy: OK, I’m going to put this out there right now. There is NO organic soy wax for candles in the US. It is not chemical-free. 94% of soy in the US is genetically modified. There are only a couple wax manufacturers that actually purify their soy wax to remove all pesticides and herbicides. I make sure to only use wax from those suppliers, but I know many people do not because they are more concerned about the bottom line, the cost of producing each candle. Purified soy wax is more expensive. Soy produces soot just as paraffin does but, thanks to your dedicated candle maker (ahem, ME!) I have created the right formulation of wax to oils and wick size to minimize soot so it’s almost nonexistent.

Coconut wax: it’s a fairly new vegetable wax that is fantastic. It is softer, which means it will burn faster, it does contain paraffin. I have used it and love it, but the cost is extremely high for a small maker like me. And the benefits are no different than soy.

Beeswax: Beeswax is fantastic but are many reasons why it does not make a good candle wax for me. It does not hold a lot of fragrance oil, it burns extremely hot, which is an added danger, and means it’s not safe to use in wooden dough bowl candles. It’s extremely expensive compared to soy wax. I have found it to produce more smoke and soot because it does burn so hot.

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I’ve been testing out these new jars with a spiral wooden wick. I love everything about these jars: their unique shape, the cork ball lid, & the spiral wick!

Here’s a fun thing I’ve learned with all the testing I’ve done with them: the cork ball absorbs the fragrance, so when the candle is burned out you have a perfect drawer or closet freshener that contains no oil, so won’t damage your clothing or furniture!

These Mason jar candles deserve another spot on the feed 🥰

If Christmas was a scent, this would be it.

Think warm flannel, a cozy fireplace, all things warm and relaxing. That’s this candle. Cold weather cozy perfection.

Mason jar candles were my first love in the candle world. My entire business was created around them. I still love them, their aesthetic, their reminder of simpler days. Mason jars will forever be a staple of our brand.