Meet The Maker: Gabe’s Maker’s Collection Candles

Hey, it’s Gabe!

Every year, we remake the Maker’s Seasonal Collection, and every year, I get excited to craft two custom fragrances that will rival the others.

It’s part cooperative exercise, part competition.

Tiana, Sara, and I each bring our own style to the table, and I love the challenge of making something unique while keeping an eye on what they’re up to.

This year, I wanted to push myself to find hidden gems among our fragrance collection—scents that deserved a spotlight but had been waiting for their moment.

Gabe pouring Barnwood & Cashmere candles

Studio News: Too Many Bottles, The Best Problem to Have

Here’s a little behind-the-scenes fact—our studio ended up with over 300 bottles of fragrance oils this season.

Somehow, we over-ordered.

We be shopping too much

Some scents we love and use all the time, others were just sitting there waiting for the right idea.

When I started working on my Maker’s Seasonal Collection fragrances, I made it my mission to pull from our abundance and create something unexpected.

I also had another goal in mind.

Winter always seems to drag on forever, and summer sneaks up before you’re ready.

So, I wanted to create two fragrances—one for cold nights, one for warm days.

Gabe’s Maker’s Collection Candles: Two Scents, Two Moods

For the cold nights, I made Barnwood & Cashmere—a rich, cozy blend that wraps you up in warmth with deep woodsy notes and a soft, luxurious finish.

The Barnwood & Cashmere candle is lit

For the warm days, I went with Coconuts on the Beach—a scent that instantly transports you to a breezy, sun-soaked escape with creamy coconut and a touch of sea air.

Coconut on the Beach is a fun summer fragrance

These two candles are complete opposites, but they capture the contrast of seasons perfectly.

Call to Action: Get the Maker’s Seasonal Collection

Want to experience all six of this year’s Maker’s Seasonal Collection candles?

Use code BLOG for 15% off your purchase and bring home the scents of the season.

It's Time for Some Local Family Fun

We’re excited to be part of Piper & Leaf’s Fun Friday Markets, starting April 25th!

If you’re local, stop by and say hi—we’d love to see you there.

Who is ready for Piper & Leaf's Fun Friday Markets ?

Until Next Time…

Every candle has a story, and I love getting to share mine with you.

See you soon, with a new fragrance challenge already on my mind.

Warmly,

Gabe