Wow, is my warmer stained, oops. So be it, a symbol of my chaotic wax melting existence this past month. With little rhyme or reason to my choices and habits, as, thanks to my current wax buying hiatus, I'm not reviewing anything new. I've gone through all the wax no-buy stages: rummaging through my stash... Continue Reading →
Old Whaling Co. Soap
Less than two years ago, if someone had told me I'd be using indie vendor bar soaps, I might have smiled while giving them the side eye. But, if they'd told me my husband would be using and loving them, I'd allow a wide berth and think they were nuttier than a soup sandwich. He... Continue Reading →
Notes from the Stash: retired vendors edition
As news of more wax shop closures spread this month, I've reflected on the many vendors I've seen come and go during my relatively short history as an indie wax buyer. Gathering my remaining wax piles from these vendors I pondered this phenomenon as the owners of one of my favorites, Southern Sisters' Wax, announced they too... Continue Reading →
L3 Waxy Wonders: Custom bakery bag haul
Another year, another attempt at a wax heart to express my vendor love. Tbh, this was laborious, but I couldn't resist on Valentine's week. Anyone a party to Valentine's Day festivities or gift exchanges? My husband and I rid ourselves of that tradition after our first wedded year, but I did find some small trinkets... Continue Reading →
Woodwick: Warm Woods Trilogy candle
Purchased months ago and sitting in a bag in my home office, this candle (my first full-sized Woodwick) has been patiently waiting for it's time. That time has come, during this, the tenth week of January (am I the only one who feels that way?). As the snow falls, again, fine and powdery and at... Continue Reading →
L3 Waxy Wonders: Harry Potter collection haul
Over the last month, I've featured the illustrated editions, book-inspired teas and a Hogwarts candle, but I hope I'm granted one more Harry Potter related post. I couldn't pass up dedicated Potter wax, or else I just wouldn't be a zealot would I? L3 Waxy Wonders hooked me again with bookish blends and a sale,... Continue Reading →