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Upcoming Local Events
Croissants & Candles sponsored by Flying Roadrunner Bakery - Sunday, August 3rd @ 11AM
Croissants & Candles sponsored by Flying Roadrunner Bakery - Sunday, August 3rd @ 11AM
Candle Bar Night - Wednesday, August 20th at 6PM
Candle Bar Night - Wednesday, August 20th at 6PM
SIP & WIK Make-Your-Own Candle - The Craftroom - Wednesday, August 13th at 6PM
SIP & WIK Make-Your-Own Candle - The Craftroom - Wednesday, August 13th at 6PM
Sip & Wax at VARA Winery in ABQ - Thursday, August 21st @6PM
Sip & Wax at VARA Winery in ABQ - Thursday, August 21st @6PM
SIP & Wax Ruidoso - Noisy Water Winery - Sunday, August 24th at 11 AM
SIP & Wax Ruidoso - Noisy Water Winery - Sunday, August 24th at 11 AM
Events

Roasted Green Chile
A candle that brings the spirit of New Mexico right into your home.
Blog posts
Jul 31, 2025
🕯️ Why Coconut‑Soy Wax Blends Burn Longer
Coconut–soy wax blends burn longer than pure soy wax due to their lower melting point, which allows for a slower, more even burn. This blend creates consistent melt pools, helping avoid tunneling and maximize wax usage. Coconut wax also has superior fragrance retention, delivering a stronger scent throw with less fragrance oil. When combined with soy, it adds structural stability for a smooth, clean-burning, and visually appealing candle.
These blends are not only long-lasting and efficient, but also eco-friendly, vegan, and biodegradable—making them a top choice for sustainable, high-performance candles.
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Jul 24, 2025
How a Single Flame Ignites a Time Capsule
A single flicker of flame carries more than light—it unleashes a bridge to the past. When you inhale a candle’s fragrance, those delicate molecules travel straight to the heart of your brain’s emotion and memory centers, stirring vivid recollections long hidden. There’s no filter—no thalamus to soften the impact—so the scent comes rushing in, raw and evocative.
That soft aroma can transport you back to a childhood kitchen, a tranquil vacation, or an unforgettable moment, making it feel as if you're standing there again. Research shows scent-triggered memories are often more emotional and enduring than those prompted by sight or sound, tapping into our earliest, most meaningful experiences.
Lighting a candle becomes an intentional act of time travel—an invitation to feel again, wrapped in warmth and nostalgia.
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Jul 3, 2025
Lighting Up the Fourth: The History of Candles in Independence Day Celebrations
Did you know candles have been part of 4th of July celebrations since 1777? Long before fireworks lit up the sky, families placed candles in their windows to honor freedom and unity. This simple tradition still shines today—bringing warmth, nostalgia, and a little sparkle to every Independence Day celebration.
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