Candle Care Tips & Non-Toxic Living | Applewood Blog

Candle Care 101 | How to Make Your Candles Burn Longer, Safely and Smell Better

June 30, 2026Allison Gustafson

A luxury candle is more than home décor... it's an experience! With the right candle care, you can enjoy a cleaner burn, a stronger fragrance throw and maximize every hour...

What to Gift at a Wedding: The Candle Gift Guide for Every Moment of the Journey

June 16, 2026Applewood Candle Co.

From engagement to wedding day, Applewood Candle Co. has the perfect candle gift for every moment — including engraved statement candles and Candle Club subscriptions that last all year.

The Best Summer Scents to Make Your Home Feel Like a Vacation (without ever needing to leave home)

June 11, 2026Applewood Candle Co.

Discover the best summer scents for your home — from tropical coconut to crisp coastal air. Shop Applewood Candle Co.'s Summer Collection and save 20% when you bundle all four.

What Our Candle Club Members Actually Get Each Season

June 09, 2026Allison Gustafson

We all know that quiet joy when you know you have a package out for delivery and then you see that its at your doorstep! Not the frantic, tear-everything-open kind....

The Best Non-Toxic Candles for Dog Owners (From Someone Who Learned the Hard Way)

June 04, 2026Allison Gustafson

Our golden retriever, Magnolia, came home at two months old and immediately made herself the center of everything. Little did I know that she would single-handedly changed the way I...

How to Make Your Home Smell Like a Luxury Hotel (The Toxin-Free Way)

June 02, 2026Allison Gustafson

That signature luxury hotel scent doesn’t happen by chance, instead it’s thoughtfully layered. In this guide, we’re sharing how to create that same elevated, welcoming atmosphere at home using clean,...

How I make our clean, allergen-free candles.

April 29, 2025Allison Gustafson

Every Applewood candle begins with a simple promise: to create something that's both luxurious and safe. Hand-poured in our home studio, each candle is crafted in small batches using carefully...

Magnolia Over the Years

March 31, 2025Allison Gustafson

Get ready for a cuteness overload! Our very own Chief Inspiration Officer, Magnolia, is turning eight today! The furry face behind Applewood Candle Co. is celebrating a big birthday, and...

Dogue: The Spring Issue

March 20, 2025Allison Gustafson

Inside the spring issue: Exclusive Interview with Our Golden Girl and Cover Star, Magnolia! The Ultimate Guide to Awaken, Refresh, and Bring Effortless Elegance to Your Space Pear-fectly Fresh Recipes...

Embracing Spring: The Inspiration Behind Our New Seasonal Fragrances

March 11, 2025Allison Gustafson

After a long, snowy Michigan winter, nothing feels more refreshing than the arrival of spring. This season, I wanted our candle collection to capture that sense of renewal—lighter days, fresh...

Mother's Day Gift Guide

April 15, 2024Allison Gustafson

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and we're here to help you with an easy, ready-to-gift option! If you've followed Applewood for awhile, you know that my love language is gifting....

Flame-Free Fragrance: Why Use Reed Diffusers?

October 15, 2023Allison Gustafson1 comment

There are various methods to enjoy the benefits of scent, one of the most elegant and effortless ways is through Reed Diffusers. In this blog post, we'll explore the world of...