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— just like the scent of our new candle: warm sweet-potato base, a drizzle of butter, hint of vanilla and pecan topping. Delicious, comforting, and perfect for fall evenings. Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease an 8×8″ baking dish. Peel & chop about 2½-3 pounds of sweet potatoes. Boil or roast until tender. Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in: ~½ cup milk or cream ~4 tablespoons melted butter 2 large eggs, beaten ~¼ cup granulated sugar + ~¼ cup brown sugar (or adjust swe

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, I find myself reaching for small moments of stillness — the kind that remind me what truly matters. Between work, motherhood, and preparing for the holidays, it’s easy to get swept away by to-do lists. But gratitude has a beautiful way of grounding us back into the present moment. One of my favorite nightly rituals is simple, yet powerful: ✨ Light. Breathe. Reflect. Each evening, I light a candle — often one with a comforting

🍂 Finding Gratitude in the Glow Hey friends, It’s been a whirlwind few months here at Hippie’s Homemade Candles  — school routines, candle pouring, and prepping for the busy holiday season have filled my days to the brim. Between mom life and small business life, I’ve been running on coffee, creativity, and the scent of spiced wax filling my studio. November always calls me to slow down a little — to breathe in the cozy scents of fall, light a candle, and remember what reall

There’s a certain magic to Tuscany—golden afternoons, the hum of cicadas, vineyard-covered hills, and tables overflowing with simple,...