ahhh eucalyptus

Although my love of candles has not been an inexpensive journey, I have been able to narrow down all of the choices to just my absolute favorites, and Archipelago's eucalyptus soy candle is VERY high on the list.

The eucalyptus scent has just the right amount of clean earthiness to satisfy even the pickiest of candle lovers.  When I worked in Cocoon, if I suggested this candle to a customer, they bought it and continued to come back for it time after time.  It feels good to spread a little knowledge.  It also helps that I've burned this candle during some of my happiest moments so that every time I have it lit, it takes me back to good music blasting out of my ipod while the needle on my sewing machine punches steadily through perfectly ironed fabric.  Imagine what memories will be summoned in the future by the candle you're burning right now.  

in the beginning...

Where to begin?

Let's begin with candles.  Every boutique needs a few collections of candles that enhance the atmosphere.  Candles and soap are what make customers say, "Oh, it smells sooo good in here."  In my opinion there is no better candle for the price than Votivo.  Every scent is uncomplicated and just fragrant enough to fill up a large room.  These little gems burn evenly with very little smoke every time.  Although there are always new scents added each season, some of the classics remain my favorite.  Black Ginger, Red Currant, Teak, Deep Clover Moroccan Fig, Honeysuckle...  The list goes on and on.