This is a special addition to the gift guide. Cantrip Candles is owned by my friend from High School, Christoff. Christoff and I went to High School together and were in an academic program together and we were on the swim team. I’m so proud of my friend for starting a business and making it so successful! I remember when he first started making candles and now he has a retail space!

Christoff doesn’t just make candles, he is in incredible artist and if you like D&D you will want to get your hands on one of these. Cantrip Candles are D7D themed candles with beautiful illustrations and the 16oz candles come with a d20 dice in them!

Please read more about Cantrip Candles below and visit the shop! His candles go fast so if you want to get your hands on them make sure to follow along on his social media or subscribe to know when the next restock or preorder is!

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Was there a catalyst that made you start Cantrip Candles?

I wanted to have more control over my own life/time. I was working at a retail store and absolutely hated not being able to schedule more of the things I liked, so I quit the job and decided I would come up with something that would sustain my wallet and healthy mindset.

What is your process for coming up with a new candle/scent?

It's a blend of trial-and-error and sometimes getting lucky! Usually, I have a goal in mind, be it a woodsy smell or maybe more of a rustic interior scent. Then it's off to the collection of oils I've gathered over the years through samples and old oils that didn't quite work for what I was looking for. Once I've gathered some oils that might be a good fit, the fun part of mixing and matching happens! Usually it takes a few rounds of testing before I've got something I really like, but sometimes you get lucky, throw a few oils into a formula and it works out perfectly the first try!

Tell me more about the artwork features on your candles? When did you start designing/creating?

I do all of the lid artwork myself, but all other art featured on Cantrip Candles is usually by commissioned artists outside of our studio. I've always enjoyed doodling, and found that my drawing style meshed well with the "battlemaps" that are featured on each of our lids. I've always dabbled in art and graphic design since middle school, but haven't ever really pursued it as a full time thing. I'm thankful for knowing enough to produce the labels!

What is your favorite candle that you make currently?

My favorite SCENT is Stonemoss Chapel, it's a really lovely blend of rainwater, soil, and moss - and I designed it to evoke a sense of walking around London parks. I'm also really proud of Library Scriptorium because it's a damn accurate match to old books.

What does your perfect game night consist of?

Good friends, good vibes, and a comfortable atmosphere. Game nights are most comfortable when everyone checks their egos at the door, and there is a good leader who can guide newer players through the rules. Setting out a nice candle helps too :)

Do you have any holiday sales, restocks etc that you want to share?

Not at the moment. We're currently blessed with a surplus of demand, so at the moment we're just working on getting the inventory leveled out and opening our storefront in Hollywood! 2020 has been a transformative year for the company and despite all of it's hardships I'm incredibly thankful for a time period to just focus on growing the business.