The Scent of Christmas

Thymes Frasier Fir

 

Did you know that 84% of American households who display a Christmas tree use an artificial one? Artificial trees are reusable thus more cost effective and save trees, are convenient and safe. And the new ones look and feel like fresh trees. The one complaint seems to be the lack of that real Christmas tree smell.

Autumn Roses

NEST Himalayan Salt & Rosewater

I love candles with rose notes. My favorite NEST candles have a couple of lovely options and both are great for fall. Himalayan Salt & Rosewater, featuring Rosewater, Geranium, Salted Amber and White Woods, is a wonderful choice for fall with its amber and woods notes.

Martini Anyone?

Olive Candle

 

Is this too fun? It would be fabulous on your bar or as a hostess gift. There is an entire collection of these very chic candles -

Halloween Decor

Witch Hand Candle Holders

 

I am absolutely not going to feel like I'm too early to post Halloween decor because I was in Target yesterday shopping for Halloween things and they are putting out Christmas merchandise. Oh my word! September 1st.... They already had lots of wreaths, garlands, and lights out.

Fall Decorating

Large Rattan Loop Wicker Pumpkin

September is right around the corner and I love decorating for fall. These wicker pumpkins are so pretty. Perfect for fall and Halloween. I think the loop detailing gives them a very high end look reminiscent of Juliska's wicker pieces. 

A Lovely New Candle Find

Climbing Rose 3 Wick Candle

 

I was disappointed that Target did not bring back my favorite Red Roses candle this spring as they normally do. But I just discovered this new version, a kissing cousin, that is roses blended with notes of ivy and fern and it is delightful.

Spring Pagodas

Southern Living Spring Collection Small Pagoda Lantern in Pink

Just in time for Spring and Easter, I have found the prettiest pagoda lanterns in the softest Spring pastels. Use them on the dining table, entryway table, sideboard, or anywhere with LED battery candles.

Monkey Business

NEST New York The White Lotus

 

I have always loved monkey motifs. This is a new scent from NEST New York The White Lotus Cucumber and White Sage adorned with monkeys and lotus flowers.

January Doldrums

Williams Sonoma

 

If your home is looking a little sad and empty with the Christmas decorations down and the cold and dreary days of January here, perhaps you need a little pick me up. 

Publix has roses on BOGO this week, so I decided to take advantage of this great deal. Buy one dozen for $12.99, get the second free. I got 4 dozen roses for $26.00! Aldi and Trader Joe's have great roses too.

Luxury Candles for Less

Aquiesse Santa Barbara

I had such a fun day yesterday watching the NFL Wild Card games including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers unfortunately lose to my former team the Washington Commanders (formerly the Washington Redskins). My husband and I were big Washington Redskins fans living in the D.C. area for many years and this is the first time in twenty years they have been in the playoffs. 

Congratulations to them. I did sneak in a run to HomeGoods. 

Elegant Candle Snuffers

Deer Candle Snuffer

 

I am always burning scented candles at CCC and am excited to have switched over to my fall candles now that autumn is officially here. I love using a beautiful candle snuffer to put out my candles.

Pineapple Candle Snuffer

Pineapple Candle Snuffer

 

I always use a candle snuffer to blow out a candle. Why use a candle snuffer? Candle snuffers help to prevent wax from spattering and can extend the life of a candle by preventing the wick from smoking. To use a candle snuffer, simply hold it over the candle flame until the flame is extinguished.

Candles for Spring

NEST Indian Jasmine Collection

March 1st is tomorrow so Spring is right around the corner. A perfect time to think about new fragrances for your home. NEST is having a Spring Discovery Event with 25% off orders of $75 or more with code SPRING 25.

The Candle Snuffer

Dragonfly Candle Snuffer

  

I love burning candles at CCC. I think a beautiful home should smell as good as it looks. A candle aficionado will want a candle snuffer to use when putting out a candle.

Why use a candle snuffer? Candle snuffers help to prevent wax from spattering and can extend the life of a candle by preventing the wick from smoking. To use a candle snuffer, simply hold it over the candle flame until the flame is extinguished.

Rattan Candles

Rattan Candles

 

My favorite high end candle company is NEST. Their candles combine a long burn time, excellent throw and exquisite scents. They have some wonderful limited edition candles with removable rattan sleeves.

Valentine's Day Candle

Red Roses Candle

 

I got this candle last year around Valentine's Day and absolutely loved it. It smells like a bouquet of roses and has wonderful throw. Actually, most roses from the grocery store or florist today have little to no scent. Over the last twenty five years, appearance and durability have been prized over scent. So this candle smells like the exquisitely scented roses of your childhood.

 I am thrilled that it is back and I will stock up again. It reminds me so much of Diptyque's Roses candle that sells for $74 for a 6.7 ounce candle.

Thinking Spring & Green

Studio McGee

 

Don't you feel like your house seems sort of empty when you take down the Christmas tree and your Christmas decorations? I certainly do. If you could use a dose of greenery, I have just the solution.

Luxe Candles

NEST Indian Jasmine

If you are looking for a candle for a very lovely gift for yourself or for someone special in your life for a hostess gift, birthday, Valentine's Day, or Mother's Day, I have two very elegant choices.

Immerse yourself in the lush jasmine fields of India with NEST''s new Home Fragrance Collection featuring an intense jasmine absolute surrounded by bright red berries, sparkling bergamot, and spicy pink pepper.
 

New Candles

Ceramic Green Candle with Knob Lid

 

I am a scented candle addict. Lighting a candle is a daily ritual for me that I love. Did you know that studies have shown that burning scented candles has real benefits? It soothes, calms, relaxes, boosts your mood, reduces stress. 

"The soothing effect that candles have is based on how the brain processes smells. The smell of scented candles stimulates our limbic system, the part of the brain that is home to our memory and emotions. Hormones like serotonin and dopamine can be produced to help regulate mood. Therefore, our emotional state is influenced by the relationship that exists between scents, memories, and emotions."

(Travel + Leisure)

Christmas Classics - Green Velvet & Holiday Candles

David Netto

 

I love green velvet, especially at Christmas. This gorgeous green velvet table skirt with deep bullion fringe is great inspiration. And of course I love the white hydrangeas in a blue and white Chinese porcelain vase. White roses would also be beautiful.