Candles

[DavidMn]

Ok, I'm a big candle fan, but I'm having a hard time finding a brand that really does smell throughout the whole room like they all advertise. My latest try was those Glade scented oil candles. They're not bad, but I really want somthing better. Who likes what brands, and what have you all had success with?

[DrummerDeanna]

Ugh..let the flogging begin.

I actually like these candles I buy at Wal-Mart. I don't know the brand, they're unique to Wal-Mart but smell wonderful - some of them...I like the Hazlenut Cream or something. They last a long time, smell throughout my whole apartment and don't smell cheap and skanky.

And they are cheap (price wise)

I can't afford the big expensive Yankee and Illume candles and such - so I'm a cheapskate - but I think you get a good deal with those Wal-Mart candles.

That said, I haven't bought candles in about 6 months...and I actually haven't shopped there in a while :D

[rbs3676]

I'm a huge candle freak. My house is filled with them.
Two that I constantly buy: Trapp Garden's Fresh Cut Tuberose and Tyler Candles French Market. My house smells incredible...

rbs

[hayley]

I'm a huge candle freak. My house is filled with them.
Two that I constantly buy: Trapp Garden's Fresh Cut Tuberose and Tyler Candles French Market. My house smells incredible...

rbs

Nothing smells as good as Trapp candles or lasts as long- they stink up my whole house just sitting in a closet, un-lit. They're pricey but really worth it- my favorite scent is Orange Vanilla- I love them!!

[DrummerDeanna]

I've never even heard of Trapp Canldes! Where can one find them?

[michelle2677]

I usually only buy yankee. My favorite is Christmas cookie. oh. my. god. :nod:

[gldstwmn]

I like Votivo and Egro soy because they don't produce any soot. They are also really fragrant.

[gldstwmn]

I usually only buy yankee. My favorite is Christmas cookie. oh. my. god. :nod:

I burned Christmas Wreath all through the holiday season.

[skcin]

Partylite is usually good but expensive. I usually wait for Yankee coupons before I'll buy there.

David you may want to try tarts in warmers. They last longer & the scent is stronger, IMO.

[DrummerDeanna]

^^

Ooh warmers..that's one of the big reasons I haven't bought candles in so long - I discovered The Body Shop's home oils and burners....oh man SOOO good.

So that's what I'm all about and they totally smell up the entire place...I've had something that smells like Christmas tree burning all season, now I'll probably switch to Vanilla or something warm and wintry - after that I'm all about the Satsuma!

[Livia]

L'Occitane makes FABulous candles too! I first heard about them because of Stevie. They're having a huge online clearance sale right now.

The vanilla, lavender and almond delight ones are my favorite.

They also make the best hand cream known to man. :thumbsup:

[skcin]

I go back & forth between liking food scents (shocking, I know) & more perfumey ones. Home & Garden (whose candles I'm not typically a fan of) had a scent called Country Breeze that I loved. Then they discontinued it. :mad:

I like fresh linen/clean cotton types scents for the bathrooms, cinnammon (OMG, why can't I figure out how to spell that?) baked goods types for the living room, and musk/perfume types for the bedroom. I currently have a Teakwood & Cardommom (sp) Partylite tart in our room. Love it. :nod:

[hayley]

I've never even heard of Trapp Canldes! Where can one find them?

I know my local Hallmark store carries them now, which is new and weird- they don't have a huge selection but they carry the basics, like orange vanilla- which I am obsessed with and think is all you need, ever. I can't go into Hallmark anymore because otherwise I'll walk out with more.

When I can afford the splurge, I order from thecandleshop.net. You can get a discount in bulk. I buy the votives, but the poured candles are really great too, just a little pricier. They burn really well, really clean- no waste like you get with cheap candles. These burn ALL the way down.

[bikerchic]

I usually wait for Yankee coupons


:lol: :lol: Is that the same as Canuck coupons?

[strandinthewind]

Slatkin and Co. makes this Chocolate Mint candle that is to die for!

[DrummerDeanna]

my faves are "mowed lawn" and "post-coitus"




Um. ew. What does that one smell like..cigarette smoke and....um nevermind :laugh:

[rbs3676]

I like Votivo and Egro soy because they don't produce any soot. They are also really fragrant.

Votivo has a beautiful Jasmine candle that I burn in my bedroom. Fabulous!

rbs

[GODDESS6]

Ok, I'm a big candle fan, but I'm having a hard time finding a brand that really does smell throughout the whole room like they all advertise. My latest try was those Glade scented oil candles. They're not bad, but I really want somthing better. Who likes what brands, and what have you all had success with?

yankee candle all the way baby, they are worth the money~ when i burn just one it fills my whole home w/ fragrance~ my fav is "witch's brew" which is patchouli based, but they have tons of wonderful fragrances~ i also burn meadow mist & lilac at the same time it smells just like backyard:nod: ~

[carrie721]

:lol: :lol: Is that the same as Canuck coupons?

omg. i don't know if i hate you more for making that joke or myself for laughing at it. :rolleyes: :laugh:

[SuzeQuze]

Nothing smells as good as Trapp candles or lasts as long- they stink up my whole house just sitting in a closet, un-lit. They're pricey but really worth it- my favorite scent is Orange Vanilla- I love them!!

I have some soy beads you melt like the tarts Yankee has. They're orange vanilla scented and that scent is to die for. The soy beads burn clean so no bad air.

[DavidMn]

Partylite is usually good but expensive. I usually wait for Yankee coupons before I'll buy there.

David you may want to try tarts in warmers. They last longer & the scent is stronger, IMO.Actually, Derek just ordered some partylite candles. Funny you mentioned that!:lol: Thank you for the advice as well.:nod:

[michelle2677]

I burned Christmas Wreath all through the holiday season.


I got cranberry chutney for christmas and it smells VERY good!! :nod:

[DavidMn]

I got cranberry chutney for christmas and it smells VERY good!! :nod:Thats from Yankee candle right?

[michelle2677]

Thats from Yankee candle right?


yes. and it smells so good!!!

[DavidMn]

yes. and it smells so good!!!I'm thinkin that the big jars run about $20. Am I right?

[michelle2677]

I'm thinkin that the big jars run about $20. Am I right?

yeah, but I got a strawberry one at crackerbarrel for 1/2 off one day!

[Phoenix]

Hey David - have you ever tried making your own??I have been doing it for quite awhile - certainly not professional at it but i got a bunch of molds and smells and wax and wick . . .ok so it's a little moolah to get it rolling -(you can wait for sales at michael's or even joann fabric or i have a company that i order candle making supplies from and it is WAY cheaper than buying in the store and much bigger selection) - so once you do get some supplies . . . you are in charge of how much stink u put in your candles . . . and mine fill the room. . . and the neighbors smell them too . . .:D

THIs is true. I love homemade candles. There is a lady who sells them in my neighborhood. I allways buy from her, and they are great. I also like carolina candles, cause they do that really cool drippy thing.

[michelle2677]

lol -
my faves are "mowed lawn" and "post-coitus"

um ,.. . - i mean "citrus" :rolleyes:




dear god, how did I miss this??:lol:

what is "post citrus"??:cool:

[rbs3676]

Nothing smells as good as Trapp candles or lasts as long- they stink up my whole house just sitting in a closet, un-lit. They're pricey but really worth it- my favorite scent is Orange Vanilla- I love them!!

That candle always reminds me of an Orange Julius drink!! :nod:
I personally like a more floral scent, but that is a great candle and it's one of Trapps best sellers.

rbs

[Livia]

I just spent another $50 on L'Occitane's sale. 6 more candles and some free samples of lotions and eye creams and stuff I've wanted to try are on the way with 'em!

[sara1998]

Partylite and Yankee are the only 2 brands I will buy. I love me some cranberry candles!

[michelle2677]

Partylite and Yankee are the only 2 brands I will buy. I love me some cranberry candles!
have you tried the cranberry chutney from yankee?

[BlackWidow]

Voluspa!!!!!!!!!!

[sara1998]

have you tried the cranberry chutney from yankee?

No, I have something like 2 dozen from partylite. I'll try that when I have to buy new ones!

[rbs3676]

I just spent another $50 on L'Occitane's sale. 6 more candles and some free samples of lotions and eye creams and stuff I've wanted to try are on the way with 'em!

When you come to gay S.A., remind me to take you to the new L'Occitane shop at La Cantera. It's flaw. I think I like it better than the one in Vegas!

rbs

[Livia]

When you come to gay S.A., remind me to take you to the new L'Occitane shop at La Cantera. It's flaw. I think I like it better than the one in Vegas!

rbs

That would be sassy, but I never pay full-price for 'em. It's either the 50-75%-off sale, ebay, or nothing! :nod:

By the way, have y'all checked ebay for Yankee and Trapp's candles? Good prices!

[DavidMn]

Partylite and Yankee are the only 2 brands I will buy. I love me some cranberry candles!Partylite isnt sold in stores is it?

[ontheEdgeof17]

I'm not too too keen on candles (although I have them all over my apartment in case of an outtage). I do enjoy the Yankee Christmas Eve candle. I keep it buring all year long.

To keep my apartment smelling fresh, I use those BathandBodyWorks Wallflowers. The linen scent is what I use the most.

[JazmenFlowers]

^^^
me too...if it's linen or freesia or cotton or anything "clean" I'm all over it.

[skcin]

Partylite isnt sold in stores is it?

No. In home shows/mail order only. Good deals on Ebay though, like Livia said. :nod:

[mikeschmike]

^^^
me too...if it's linen or freesia or cotton or anything "clean" I'm all over it.

that's the way to go! i really like the water scents too. rain, ocean, etc. the best i have found have been at pier one.

[DavidMn]

No. In home shows/mail order only. Good deals on Ebay though, like Livia said. :nod:Cool. I'm going to have Derek order soem then!:thumbsup: