New Facebook Contest!

I would love to know which of my products are your favorites, either ones you already have in your homes or ones you'd like to try.  Here's how you can let me know:

1. Go to my online Etsy store and find the product you like.  Copy the link from your web browser.
2. Go to my Facebook page and share the link on my wall.  If you're so inclined, write a comment or two on why you like it.

It really is that easy! Here's the contest piece: Every month I will draw the name of one fan who has posted a picture to my Facebook wall.  That lucky winner will receive a coupon for 15% off your next order, which can include sales and clearance items. Post as many items as you like, there are no entry limits.

Thanks again for all of your support. I look forward to seeing your favorites!

April Fragrance of the Month is.....?

I'm excited to announce the April Fragrance of the Month is.....ORANGE BLOSSOM!


I'm always trying to search for fragrances that are unique, memorable, yet .....comfortable. Orange Blossom is one of those fragrances.  Top notes of the fragrance feature the floral jasmine, with strong bottom notes of fresh squeezed orange.  All in all, there is a strong core of clean citrus and an overall scent of complete femininity.


My inspiration for this fragrance was two fold.  First, I wanted to feature a unique, floral fragrance for spring.  And while my list of spring fragrances are lovely, I wanted something not quite so predictable.  Second, according to the Perfumer and Flavorist magazine, Orange Flower is one of the top 10 fragrance notes for 2012.  I was on my way!


Orange Blossom is available in a 7 oz. cocktail glass candle

votives,

tealights,

12 oz. candle,

fragrance tarts,

and room and linen spray.

Items soon to be listed on my Etsy site include hand and body lotion, hand and foot balm, body spray, and body wash.  Please send me a convo or an email if you don't see an item you'd like.


All Orange Blossom products are 10% off throughout the month of April.


As a side note, I'm a member of a wonderful team on Etsy, the Promotional Frenzy team.  We have a new blog that we'd love you to view and follow.  When you follow, tell 'em Dorene sent you!

Tips to make your candles last

To get the most out of your candles, follow these tips:


Keep your wick trimmed. Before lighting your candle, trim the wick to 1/4" above the wax.  Anything longer can cause the wick to burn too quickly and to create smoke.  If you have a "mushroom" at the top of your wick after burning, it's too long.

Candles add fragrance, warmth and comfort to a home.
Try these tips to keep them burning longer.

Avoid drafts.  Drafts can cause your candle to burn unevenly.  Sometimes the drafts in your home are subtle and you may not notice.  If you see your candle is burning unevenly, rotate it 90 degrees with every burn .  This will help you get the most from your wax.


Burn your candles long enough.  Burn your candles no more than 3 to 4 hours at a time.  A general rule of thumb is to burn your candle one hour per inch of diameter. Burning candles longer can cause the wax to get too hot and your may risk your glass breaking from the heat.


Use a candle snuffer.  The snuffer eliminates the oxygen needed for the fire to burn and enables the fire to estinguish itself naturally.  This also allows the wax to remain in its melt pool without splattering all over.  If a snuffer is unavailable, blow the candle out by placing your finger in front of the flame and blow gently.


Place a teaspoon of water in the bottom of your votive holder before inserting the candle. This will prevent your votive from overheating and ease in removal of the candle.


And always, keep your candle away from children and pets.