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Clingmans Dome

Clingmans Dome

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Scent Profile:  Top Notes of Fraser Fir, Cypress and Citrus open up to Spruce and Cedar, with humble Moss and Amber rounding out the base notes. 

The Inspiration:  I planned and scrimped and saved, and finally in 2004, I was able to hike the Appalachian Trail (affectionately called the A.T.), a footpath that traverses almost 2,200 miles from Georgia to Maine.  Yes, I hiked the whole thing.  And yes, I was by myself.  At least that was the plan until I met my husband.  I like to say it was the world’s longest first date because we met in Georgia near Mile 30 in late April and completed the A.T. together in mid-October that same year.  We were married within 9 months of meeting. 

Although it’s been almost 19 years since we hiked the A.T., I’ve never forgotten the wallop of a scent those Fraser firs have – it’s the classic Christmas tree scent.  In the southern Appalachians, they only grow at higher elevations, often in large dense stands with red spruce.  We didn’t encounter them until we entered the Great Smoky Mountains near a place called Clingmans Dome at 6,600 feet above sea level. I remember feeling exhilaration and childlike wonderment that day - by the ever-present scent of the firs, by the mysterious foggy beauty of the area, by our progress along the hike, and by the major milestone that it was the first day we were able to hike more than 13 miles (we’d been stuck at 12 miles per day for so long). Y’all, those Appalachian Mountains are tough, they make you hike up and down and up again all day.  It was this day I realized I was in the best physical condition of my life.

If you ever have the opportunity to spend time in the Great Smoky Mountains, or on the Appalachian Trail, I highly recommend exploring the area near Clingmans Dome.  There is also a short, easy loop trail from the Clingmans Dome observation deck that takes you through a glorious section of this Fraser fir stand.

This candle is made with natural US grown soy wax. 

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Materials

FRAGRANCE - Across our product lines, our premium fragrance oils are:

  • Phthalate-free
  • Carcinogen-free
  • Mutagen-free
  • Toxin-free
  • Used in proportions that comply with standards established by the International Fragrance Association

WAXES - Our pillar wax is 100 percent soy wax made from soybean oil grown in the USA.  We add UV inhibitor to prevent candles from fading due to ultraviolet light exposure. 

WICKS - We use cotton wicks with a paper core specifically designed for the waxes used in our candle lines. Wicks are dipped in a natural wax by the manufacturer for stabilization. 

Dimensions

Our standard pillar is 3 inches in diameter and is available in three heights:

  • 3 inches wide x 3.5 inches tall, weighs about 12.5 ounces (350 g)
  • 3 inches wide x 4.5 inches tall, weighs about 15.75 ounces (450 g)
  • 3 inches wide x 6.5 inches tall, weighs about 22.75 ounces (650 g)

Dimensional pillars come in various shapes and sizes, please read the product description for approximate dimensions and weight.  

Care information

For Standard Pillar Candles (3-inch diameter columns): 

  • Trim wick to 1/8 - 1/4 inch each time before lighting
  • Burn the candle for 3-4 hours during the first burn
  • For best results, burn candle no more than 4 hours each session
  • Avoid placing your candle near drafts
  • Place pillar on a stable heat proof candle plate and remove nearby flammable materials before lighting your candle
  • Never leave the pillar candle unattended
  • Keep children and pets away from open flames
  • Keep the candle at least 4 inches from other candles

For Dimensional Pillar Candles:

  • Trim wick to 1/8 - 1/4 inch each time before lighting
  • Avoid placing your candle near drafts
  • Place pillar on a stable heat proof candle plate and remove nearby flammable materials before lighting your pillar candle
  • Note that dimensional pillars are decorative in nature and are not likely to burn as long as a standard pillar or candle jar of similar weight.  They WILL drip,
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Summer
Fantastic

Smells just like Christmas, really got our family in the spirit!

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Kathleen
My husband and I fight over this one!

I'm currently winning, but I expect him to steal it back soon. It's too cold for hikes through the woods. This is a great substitution! I love the story that goes along with this candle. It truly captures that experience. Love!