To access the best candle experience, it's significant to maintain your candle. The first burn is very important. It sets the tone for how the candle will continue to burn throughout its lifespan. Your wick will burn best when it's trimmed to 1/4 inch BEFORE EACH USE. Allow your candle to burn evenly, away from cooling and heating systems. Drafts may cause your candle to burn unevenly, which produces memory rings, that typically last the life of the candle.
Your candle should be burned within eyesight, and away from children and animals. Your candle has the ability to burn up to 4 hours, before requiring time to cool. The wax and fragrances we use are malleable and will shift properties when exposed to intense light and temperature. Storing your candles in areas that are dimly lit and dry will support the maintenance of your candle. Refrain from leaving your candles in your car. Extreme temperatures will negatively impact your candles.
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- The Smell of Love Candles Team
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Turn a cozy night in into a mini art party. This limited-edition set pairs our clean-burning candle with a paint-your-own ornament kit handcrafted by Penguin Bean Designs (Fairfax, VA)—so you can light it up, paint it up, and make holiday magic.
What’s inside
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Your choice of candle: 8oz Glass Candle (just choose your scent!)
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PYO Ornament Kit by Penguin Bean Designs: Blank Wooden Ornament + selection of colored pencils
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Gift-ready packaging (perfect for easy gifting)
Why you’ll love it
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Glow: Pick the scent that fits your vibe.
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Make-it-yours keepsake: Paint, personalize, and hang for a memory that lasts.
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Small-business collab: Proudly partnering with Penguin Bean Designs—woman-owned, Fairfax, VA.
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Clean burn: 100% soy wax, cotton wick, and fragrance crafted for a cozy, low-soot glow.
How to use
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Light your candle to set the mood.
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Paint your ornament (mess free with colored pencils!).
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Hang & admire—then repeat with hot cocoa in hand.
Gifting ideas
Teachers • Secret Santa • Craft night • Hostess gifts • Kids’ table activity (with adult supervision)
Notes: Recommended for ages 6+ with adult supervision. Ornament shapes/styles may vary slightly due to small-batch craftsmanship.