Wood Scents

Fall is coming and a great warm scent for the season is all wood fragrances. Here are some that we offer:
Alaskan Wilderness- This brisk, evergreen scent complete with pine needles underfoot and a clear mountain stream.
Autumn Woods-Memories of a walk through the woods on a crisp autumn afternoon.
Christmas Cheer- rich with fir notes balanced by nuances of orange peel, garlands of cranberry, dried lemon slices, golden spun sugar, and a touch of vanilla.
Christmas Tree- A Strong Straight Pine Scent.
Country Christmas- blend of wilderness pine and fresh cranberry.
Enchanted Forest- This is an earthy, pine scent.
Evergreen- fragrant, seasoned firewood or an antique chest.
Falling Leaves- It is everything fall is. It is refreshing, delightful and clean. It is the cool brisk air and the smell of fall.
French Vanilla & Oak- Reminiscent of a classic, sophisticated Vanilla liqueur, infused with undertones of rich oak.
Lavender Apples & Oak-This scent is a very smooth mix of apples with a light woodsy touch of oak, underscored by a soft lavender.
Ozark Forest- a great blend of cedar, pine and fir.
Pinemint & Blossoms-blend of blooming ginger, tiare, and jasmine petals and island fruit with a hidden mint note!
Redwood- A pert, bright, forest-wood scent.
Scotch Pine- The sweet, woodsy fragrance of a cedar closet or a forest full of ancient trees.
Sweet Grass & Cedar- Fragrant braided sweetgrass with just a touch of cedar create this fresh and herbal blend!
Twigs & Berries- The smell of a deep forest and the wild berries that grow within.
Winter Wonderland- A wonderful wintery blend of mint and pine.
Aspen Winter-top-notes of piney-green, frosted fir needles, a spicy cinnamon and bay leaf, with a nuance of holiday fruits as the middle-notes, and a cedary and woody cypress base-note.
Autumn Embers-top-notes of bergamot and basil, middle-notes of lavender and violet, and a pronounced oriental base-note of enzoin, styrax, cedar and opoponax.
Balsam Pine- A fresh ozone-holly berry type with a fir needle top note a crisp green fruity middle note and warm sweet musky-woody dry out.
Christmas Morning-buttery fresh baked cinnamon mulled fruit top-note, a fir needles piney middle-note, and a clovy vanilla, cedar wood base-note.
Elton John's Fire Side- notes of charred birch, pine and cedar with a balsamic vanilla, ambery-sandalwood and musk drydown.
Energy- top-notes of grapefruit, orange, mandarin and lemon, middle-notes of lavender and spearmint, and a cedarwood base-note.
Fireside- Fireside is a warm and cozy aroma blended notes of woods, spices and fresh eucalyptus.
Japanese Cherry Blossom-blend of Japanese cherry blossom, vanilla rice, oriental woods & mimosa petals. Top Notes of Asian pear & Fuji Apple w/ Mid Notes of Japanese Cherry Blossom, Butterfly Lily, Kyoto Rose, Mimosa Petals & Hedione, base notes of Vanilla Rice, Imperial Amber, Silk Musk, Cinnamon Incense, Himalayan Cedarwood & Sandalwood.
Midnight Pomegranate-red pomegranate and mulburry-like top-note, a spicy clove, ginger and cinnamon middle-note, and a warm, precious wood and cedar base-note.
Mistletoe Kisses- A strong pine and berry blend, perfect for the holidays.
Noel- fir needle top notes a camphoraceous middle note a balsamic wood base note.
Northwoods Balsam Pine-fir needle top note a crisp green fruity middle note and warm sweet musky-woody dry out.
Sensual- A subtle floral herbaceous type with top-notes of orange, lime and lavender, middle-notes of jasmin, rose and ylang, and a sandalwood/cedar base-note.
Snow Drift- A clean cool watery ozone type, with a melon, minty tangerine top-note, a fresh pine, lily of the valley middle-note, and a soft woody, white musk and sandalwood base-note.
Splendor of Christmas-top notes of oranges, peaches, and a touch of grapefruit spiced up with nutmeg, bay leaf, cinnamon and clove and a warm woody-piney dry out.
Tranquility- A citrusy, light floral, lily of the valley type, with a green, orange top-note, middle-notes of jasmin, rose, ylang and lily, with a woody cedarwood and white musk base-note.
Winter Nights- Blend of crisp pines, clove, and spices for a great Christmas fragrance.
Autumn Lodge- top notes of winter green and pine needle with middle and bottom notes of fir balsam, cinnamon, and spice.
Balsam & Cedar- uplifting aroma of majestic balsam fir mingling with a touch of cedar and other soft woody notes.
Cedar- Nice aroma of a log cabin.
Firewood- heart-warming smell of a good fire burning in the winter time.
Oakmoss- Blend of jasmine and rose on an undertone of cedarwood and patchouli with a strong background of moss that is a very popular masculine fragrance.
Palmwood & Hibiscus- orange and fruit lime top notes, with geranium, lavender, lilac, rose, and lily middle notes on a base of sandalwood, musk, heliotrope, cashmere, violet, and oakmoss.
Rambling Woods Moss- A warm, musky floral combines notes of jasmine, herbal lavender, and a base of musk and earthy oakmoss to create this unusual scent.
Sandalwood- Woody bouquet with touches of cedarwood, amber, cedar leaf and musk.
Sandalwood & Ginger Apple- A duplicate of the popular Pier 1 fragrance.
Spruce Orchard- A clean refreshing blend of citrus, pine, and rosemary on a light woody background.
Woodberry- Fruity bouquet with notes of jasmine and rose.
Acorn Harvest- warm earthy nutty aroma with rich buttery vanilla notes.
Apples & Oak- A truly complex fragrance blend of McIntosh and Granny Smith apples, with notes of woodsy fresh oak leaves and oakmoss.
Australian Bamboo Grass-top notes of fresh lime, mint, and ozone; balanced with middle notes of French lavender, and well-rounded with a nice base note of white musk.
Autumn Magic-top notes of lemon and apple; followed with middle notes of anise, cinnamon, and ginger; sitting on well-rounded base notes of woods, musk, and vanilla.
Bay Rum-blend of crushed cloves, cinnamon sticks, and crisp pine needles, with a sweet orange freshness.
Bayberry- A nice blend of fir and balsam and delicate spicy undertones of nutmeg and ginger.
Black Magic-blend of earthy sandalwood & ylang ylang, with a quick top note of patchouli. Base notes of baby powder and vanilla.
Christmas Cabin- A wonderful blend of bayberries and cranberries with a top note of freshly crushed cinnamon bark with hints of orange zests.
Christmas Memories-top notes of orange peel and cranberry sauce; middle notes of cinnamon sticks and freshly ground cloves; with base notes of evergreen and pine cones.
Christmas Thyme- aroma of bayberries and apples with a base note of fresh pine needles and thyme, with a top note of freshly ground cinnamon bark.
Cracklin' Birch- top notes of bergamot, orange, and lemon; with middle notes of geranium, lily, and rose; and base notes of patchouli, vetiver, and tonka beans.
Cranberry Balsam- Strong top notes of fresh balsam fir needles, and hints of citrus; middle notes of rose, nutmeg and jasmine; bottom notes of tart cranberries, and fresh greenery.
Fireplace- A woodsy, earthly aroma with balsam, fir and pine and fresh berries.
Garden Gate- combines fresh honeysuckle, lily of the valley, jasmine, and rose petals; providing a hint of woodsy bottom notes of cedar and oak.
Harvest Moon- top notes of fresh pear, blueberries, and pineapple; middle notes of juniper berries and eucalyptus; and base notes of spruce, woods, Douglass fir, cedar, and white musk.
Home for the Holidays- top notes of bay leaves, orange, and lemon; followed by middle notes of spruce, pine, and clove; and well rounded with base notes of eucalyptus, pine, and amber.
Hope Chest- An aroma of warm cedarwood with a base note of fresh ripened peaches.
Lavender Sage- top notes of French lavender, lime, sage, and fern leaves; middle notes of dill, pepper, moss, and ginger; and well rounded with base notes of pine, musk, and patchouli.
Nutmeg- A wonderful spicy and woodsy, yet slightly herbal fragrance
Pine Forest- A pleasant blend of fir and balsam.
Polo- A Ralph Lauren Duplication. Polo is classified as a sharp, woody, dry fragrance. This masculine scent possesses a blend of leather, wood, tobacco, basil and oakmoss.
Santa's Whiskers- blend of balsam, fir, and pine with warm vanilla sugar cookies.
Winter Garden- top notes of fresh lime and menthol; middle notes of Douglas fir and lavender; with full-body base notes of eucalyptus and pine.

Enjoy!
Marie Ilardi
Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.- Owner
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com

Why Does My Candle Produce So Much Soot?

There can be many answers to this question. Many times its the environment that the candle is lit in. Is the surface flat? Is there a draft? Was the wick trimmed to 1/4" before lighting it? All of these factors play a role in a well lit candle.
Also, if a wick is too big for the candle sooting may occur. If the wick is not straight through the candle sooting may occur. Some wicks are made with materials that soot more than others. Also some waxes produce more soot than others.
So, if you want to have less sooty candles make sure you burn them on a flat surface away from drafts with a trimmed wick with each lighting session. Also using soy or bees waxes will help.
Some things which you may not be able to control such as wick selection, size & placement may be a factor. But trying the suggestions above may help you out.

Enjoy,
Marie Ilardi- Owner
Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com

Light a Candle Today!

Take today to light a candle. Light it for the memory of a lost loved one, for a romantic dinner, for scenting a room, or just because you read this! Make this Light a Candle Day! For what ever your reason join with all the other candle lovers out there & light your candles!!
Enjoy!
Marie Ilardi- Owner
Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com

Scents For Him!

Candles are NOT girly!! They are for men & women!! So, ladies if your looking for a gift for that guy that's so hard to buy for, get him a candle with a masculine scent. Guys- buy a candle for your house, room, office, etc. You will be amazed as to what masculine scents are out there.
Here are some masculine scents we offer:
Barbershop 1920's- Heart notes of Amber and Rum with a light top note of musk and Bay make this irresistible!
Cool Water Type- duplicate of the men's cologne
Ezra- Ezra Fitch cologne of Abercrombie & Fitch fragrance. Lavender, fresh bergamot, and leather accords, Ezra Fitch deepens into a masculine musk and finishes with sandalwood.
Dark Knights- blend of intensely rich-smelling Oriental flora accentuated by deep, earthy wood tones and spices.
Dragon's Blood- A soothing oriental blend of orange, rose, and carnation on a warm exotic dry down of patchouli and creamy vanilla.
Flower Child- Patchouli, Sandalwood, amber, ylang, musk, violet, cedar wood, and Vanilla notes round out this cool, far out fragrance.
French Vanilla & Oak- Reminiscent of a classic, sophisticated Vanilla liqueur, this version is infused with undertones of rich oak.
Incense- An exotic blend of spices, florals, and resins from India.
Leather- Sexy. Sensual. Leather is a scent for the man's man. Heavy and heady.
Madagascar Spice- Subtle notes of saffron, allspice, nutmeg, clove, and more. Some have reported aphrodisiac effects on their significant other.
Redwood- A pert, bright, forest-wood scent.
Serengeti Sunset- It's a surprisingly light and warm fragrance made from a perfect blend of exotic florals, sweet Papaya, juicy Pomegranate, Vanilla, spices, and touched with a hint of seductive musk.
Very Sexy For Him- A spicy citrus blend, has top notes of tangerine, pink lime and bergamot leaves. The heart mixes lime wood, cinnamon bark and sage. Vetiver and orange flower comprise the dry down. Just like the Victoria Secret cologne.
Autumn Lodge- A duplicate of the popular Yankee Candle fragrance, this fragrance has top notes of winter green and pine needle with middle and bottom notes of fir balsam, cinnamon, and spice.
Balsam & Cedar- A duplicate of the popular Yankee Candle fragrance, this fragrance has the uplifting aroma of majestic balsam fir mingling with a touch of cedar and other soft woody notes.
Cedar- Nice aroma of a log cabin.
CK One- Designer fragrance with a strong musky, Amber background.
Coffee- Smells just like a pot of fresh brewed black coffee.
Cool Water- A fresh modern fougere with a citrus top note enhanced by a hint of green, with a heart of flowers on a background of amber, musk, moss, sandalwood, and cedar.
Drakkar Nior- Modern "fougere" bergamot, lavender, oak moss and woods.
Eternity for Men- Smells just like the popular men's designer fragrance.
Fireside- This warm and cozy aroma composed of woods, spices and fresh eucalyptus embodies all the comforts of home.
Firewood- You know that heart-warming smell of a good fire burning in the winter time? This is it! You'll love it!!!
Hugo Boss Men- Smells just like the popular men's designer fragrance.
Lagerfeld- Smells just like the popular men's designer fragrance.
Mountain Lake- Fresh floral, crisp ozone blend with woody amber notes on a musky dry down.
Oakmoss- Blend of jasmine and rose on an undertone of cedar wood and patchouli with a strong background of moss that is a very popular masculine fragrance.
Pine- Harvest of northern pines.
Polo- Nice woody blend enhanced by hints of mint, artemisia, lavender, and nutmeg.
Rambling Wood Moss- A warm, musky floral combines notes of jasmine, herbal lavender, and a base of musk and earthy oak moss to create this unusual scent.
Spruce Orchid- A clean refreshing blend of citrus, pine, and rosemary on a light woody background.
Tommy Bahama- A masculine medley of crisp green notes, tangy lemon and orange zests entwined with a long-lasting blend of oak moss, amber, cedar wood and musk.
Tommy Hilfiger- Designer fragrance that smells just like the popular men's fragrance.
Australian Bamboo Grass- This creative fragrance begins with top notes of fresh lime, mint, and ozone; balanced with middle notes of French lavender, and well-rounded with a nice base note of white musk.
Bay Rum- Spicy, cultural blend of crushed cloves, cinnamon sticks, and crisp pine needles, with a sweet orange freshness.
Citrus & Teakwood- A Yankee duplication. Juicy citrus top notes of mandarin, lemon and lime, with a full body base note of exotic aroma of teakwood.
Curve for Men- refreshing, spicy, lavender, amber fragrance. This masculine scent possesses a blend of fresh greens, warm wind, pepper, and finishing with mahogany and water.
Egyptian Dragon- Culturally unique blend of essences of tears of myrrh, dragons blood, patchouli; with floral notes of rose and jasmine, with base notes of woodsy musk.
Kama Sutra: Desire- An alluring, sensual fragrance. Top notes of fresh citrus and vetiver and rose geranium, middle notes of jasmine, lily of the valley; and bottom notes of amber guise, vanilla, and musk.
Kama Sutra: Dr. Feelgood- A sexy, masculine, animalistic aroma. Fresh florals of water lily, tea rose, and jasmine come together with woods and musk notes to make this scent a truly sensual blend.
Kama Sutra: Satin Sheets- With base notes of white and dark chocolate, it smells almost edible! Other notes include violet, fresh jasmine, musk, blackberries, vanilla, and just a hint of fresh green top notes.
NG Black Current Vanilla- A warm, oriental fusion of black currant, orange and lemon, with soft, soothing nuances of creamy French vanilla, musk, and patchouli.
Exotic Coconut-This fragrance begins with top notes of guava, pineapple and currants, followed by middle notes of toasted coconut and vanilla, and rounded-out with base notes of tonka beans, sandalwood, and white musk.
Patchouli- An earthy aroma of true herbal patchouli.
Polo- A Ralph Lauren Duplication. Polo is classified as a sharp, woody, dry fragrance. A blend of leather, wood, tobacco, basil and oak moss.
Sandalwood- A woody bouquet of cedar and sandalwood with rose and jasmine.
Storm Watch- A Yankee type fragrance. The floral bouquet of rose, cyclamen, jasmine and carnation with backgrounds of apples, cedar and oak moss.
Tibetan Amber- This fragrance begins with powdery top notes of lotus blossoms, rose, and jasmine, and follows with Oriental notes of amber, musk, and French vanilla bean.

Happy Shopping,

Marie Ilardi
Owner- Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com

Support Mom & Pops

Today times are rough. Money is tight. Imagine how tight business is for your local mom & pop shops. Help them out by throwing some business their way. Shop locally and you'll be amazed at the savings and quality you will experience.
You can also shop with small businesses online. Lots of work at home moms & dads are opening up their own businesses. Give them a try as well!
SO- instead of going out to buy your Yankees or any other major brand, buy from the little guy. You might even like them better!

Happy Shopping,

Marie Ilardi
Owner- Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com

For Those In Real Estate

How is the world of real estate today? Pretty competitive? Feel lost among the droves of houses, properties, & agents out there? Make yourself stand out when showing your houses! Make your properties seem as enticing as possible.

Besides your basic list of having the listing clean & tidy, knowing the community the property is in, & showing off the assets- make it smell nice!! We were at an open house a few weeks ago and the place smelled like a wet dog. I'm sure that will detract a few people.

Sure, you can use febreeze or put a log of cookies in the oven, but why not let every opportunity you can have to make this place memorable? How about a bakery candle? Not only will it smell like the real thing but it will look like it too! Baking in the oven you will not see that pastry that may make that person think of "home". Seeing a bakery candle will fulfill the scents of smell, vision, & originality. They will remember the little details you put into your presentation & people appreciate that.

Of course there are many bakery candles out there, but I would like to show you what we offer. Take a look at this link & feel free to make your own open houses original & memorable with the little details that truly matter:
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com/piedessertcandles.htm

Thank you,

Marie Ilardi
Owner
Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com