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Why We Don’t Do Candle Refills, Dupes & How to Repurpose Jars

Once a candle’s been burned, the game changes. The inside of the vessel is coated in soot, fragrance residue, and microscopic debris—even if it looks clean. Refilling into that environment is like pouring fresh wine into a dirty glass. It affects burn quality, scent throw, and stability. You're basically asking a premium wax and fragrance formula to perform in compromised conditions. We don’t do that. Our standards—and your experience—deserve better.

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Custom Orders & Scent Storytelling

FAQ: What is your scent storytelling process?  A:  I begin with the story and the inspiration. For instance with No. 2 Elle, the scent represented Elle, the inspiration for the brand's, love of flowers and the beach. I had a series of photos and videos on the beach in Southampton with my Mum, who passed exactly a month after Elle. My Mum also loved her garden and flowers. She spent many hours happily there.  I thought about the scents associated with that memory - the salt air, the ocean water, lingering scents from ocean creatures as well as how to get to that beach - passing large homes with rose bushes. Thus the scent started to take shape. This year,...

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Client Appreciation Post

Darlings,  Navigating the ever changing laws of small business can be challenging. I am currently working on how Whiskey & Woof will thrive. If you have any suggestions for local retailers in your area that have a devoted candle section please email coco@whiskeyandwoof.  Next, I would like to thank Sharon from Colorado who wrote the below review of No. 72 Wasted Inheritance. This is a scent that came out of a conversation with a senior citizen on her neighborhood being gentrified unwisely. "What a waste of what his father left him, no one goes into that coffee shop." It was summer, my head was spinning with the notion of a wasted inheritance. I even bought the domain name and started...

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Embracing Hygge: Finding Joy in Life's Cozy Moments

On a chilly winter evening, as rain taps gently against my window and a candle flickers nearby, I find myself drawn to the Danish concept of hygge. This untranslatable word, pronounced "hoo-ga," has captured imaginations worldwide, offering a blueprint for finding contentment in life's simple pleasures. What Is Hygge? At its heart, hygge represents more than just coziness – it's a deliberate celebration of intimate moments and a conscious appreciation of comfort. While English speakers might struggle to define it precisely, hygge encompasses that feeling when you're curled up with a good book under a soft blanket, sharing homemade cookies with old friends, or simply watching snowfall in peaceful silence. The Elements of Hygge Living The beauty of hygge lies...

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Finding Light in Dark Times: A Message of Hope and Healing

How You Can Help For those looking to support those affected by the fires, including our four-legged friends, here are some reputable organizations providing direct assistance: spcaLA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles) Website: spcala.com Currently providing emergency shelter and care for pets displaced by the fires LA Animal Services Website: laanimalservices.com Operating emergency pet shelters and coordinating pet rescue efforts Pasadena Humane Website: pasadenahumane.org Offering temporary shelter and emergency fostering services for displaced pets Best Friends Animal Society - Los Angeles Website: bestfriends.org/locations/los-angeles Providing emergency resources and coordination for pet owners affected by fires

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