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From humble beginnings ... Christmas 1969. Sixteen-year-old Mike Kittredge, too broke to buy his mother a present, melted some crayons to make her a candle. A neighbor saw it and convinced Mike to sell the candle to her. With that small stake, he bought enough wax to make two candles—one for his mom, and another to sell. That was the birth of Yankee Candle. …to America's favorite brand of premium scented candles Yankee Candle has become the most recognized name in the candle business and the country’s best-selling candle brand. Today, we offer over 150 fragrances, a wide range of seasonal and specialty scented candles, home fragrance products, car air fresheners and candle accessories. The majority of our candles are made by master chandlers (candlemakers) in Massachusetts. Our candles and accessories can be found in our nationwide base of over 475 company-owned retail stores. We also have a vibrant catalog and online business, an expanding North American wholesale customer network (including over 19,000 specialty retailers in the U.S.), our Yankee Candle Fund-Raising division and international distribution. The future looks bright for new growth and expanding opportunities as we continue to write new chapters in this true American success story.

Paddywax is an artisan candle company in Nashville, TN, founded in 1996. Each candle features a soy wax blend hand-poured into an easily repurposed vessel with cotton wicks. Specializing in candles and diffusers that compliment home decor trends, Paddywax candles are made with quality materials, inspiring color palettes, and intriguing fragrances to set the tone in your home.

Home of the original candle warmer, Candle Warmers Etc. leads the wax melt and candle warming industry with unique, exclusive, and top-trend designs. Safety is our priority, as we believe that home fragrance should be enjoyed without any fear or flame. Our innovative line of patented candle warming products and accessories provide a safe, clean, and healthy alternative to enjoying fragranced candles in the home.