Benefits of Contentment & Gratitude

It weighs about 2 ounces, it can be a source of joy, encouragement and inspiration. What is it? It is our tongue! Not only does the way we use our tongue build us up but it can also promote a positive mindset. Murmuring or negative talk brings us down but an up building conversation and mindset promotes gratitude and contentment. What are some of the benefits of contentment? Here are a few below. Why not  show your gratitude by bringing a memorable Hostess Gift to the next dinner party you are invited to. I’m sure the host will be pleased and content!

1. Peace of Mind

2. Lasting Friendships

3. Good night sleep

4. Wellness & Wholeness

Luxury Scents with Intent!

Unlike some other aromatic woods, sandalwood (a class of fragrant woods from trees in the genus Santalum) keeps its rich, sweet and warm scent for decades.  Sandalwood oil serves as the base note that both enhances them and helps them last longer. As a harmonizing agent, it brings together other aromas, without overpowering them. All these qualities make sandalwood oil one of the most valuable ingredients of the high-end natural fragrance products.

Speaking about luxury scented candles, sandalwood appears as one of the most refined fragrances, capable to make a divine atmosphere in your personal space. According to some of the traditions of the East, its sensual flavor calms and focuses the mind and relieves anxiety, which makes it perfect  for the quick recovery from a hard day. Besides, it can can nicely complement a romantic evenings, by relieving tension and mental blocks.

Here at Laguna Candles  we can private label our 11oz. or 14oz. standard candle and make a memorable  statement for your brand.  With our generous 13% fragrance load customers will be  instantly enveloped in the memory of your brand and they will never forget you.

Our proprietary blend of natural waxes, essential oils and cotton wicks create a clean  burning candle with an exceptional scent throw. Each luxury scented candle will elevate your senses.

Scents that make you Happy!

Most of us go through life, overlooking the importance of little things which are all around us, while desperately waiting for something big and significant to happen. The truth is that those seemingly little things, if we recognize them can make a huge difference in how we perceive life. A flower in your office, alluring scented candle in your room, a loving pet, a beautiful picture or a meaningful quote attached to the wall right above your computer. Each of them can seriously increase the quality of our being.
One of my favorite things to do when I travel is to take a scented candle and my favorite perfume to enjoy during my stay. While reading and relaxing,  my hotel room becomes my home.
We have a choice to surround ourselves with small reminders to help us to relieve stressful situations and bring peace to our lives. I find that fragrance does that for me.
During everyday activities, we often get lost in doing, thinking, analyzing, projecting, remembering… Most of these processes are problematic and stressful, or more precisely, we are those who make problems of them. This is why it is necessary taking as many breaks as it is possible, in order to retain strength and inner peace. The good news is that you do not need special conditions to get the quick rest from problems. You just need something to divert your attention from them, for a plant or a flower on your worktable. Whenever we bring the attention to anything natural, we become more aware of the present moment, our minds stop working for a while, and we become relaxed .
Refresh your inner space with a room spray or a scented candle. The sense of smell is by far the strongest of our senses. It can detect thousands of different fragrances which forever stay in wrought in man’s memory. Natural scents are capable to calm a mind, relax a body and uplift the energy. Laguna High-end scented candles, can be great substitutes in case you do not have a garden or a park near the house. They can fulfill your personal space with the most refined aromatic blends which, depending on your preferences, can be based on floral, herbal, woodsy or spicy flavors.
Products of the human creativity and pieces of art are also pretty useful tools. Laguna Candles Heirloom Artisan Candles are unique pieces of art and make wonderful gifts. Thus, surround yourself with artworks or your favorite quotes which can inspire, motivate, and make you happy.

Laguna Candles Coastal Diffusers!

Laguna Candles  Coastal  diffusers are a great alternative to candles. Diffusers are great for the office, areas with small children or pets, and anywhere else that a flame isn’t the best way to fragrance your space.
No heat is needed to  enjoy  Laguna Candle’s  aromatic diffuser. Add the element of aromatherapy to your personal space and enjoy your favorite fragrance, when a candle is just not practical. Laguna Candles Gifting diffusers are safe for classrooms, offices and nursing homes. Check them out at http://www.lagunacandlegifting.com

Cozy Winter Evenings on The Coast

To enjoy completely an idyllic winter evening, we need to be relaxed and totally present, which is often just unattainable dream for most of us, while rushing from one task to another.

So, instead of blaming this wonderful period of the year for our bad mood, it is better for us to slow down a little bit and capture the infinite beauty of nature. Before moving on to the next, it is important to use every free moment to relax. To me, scented candles are inevitable ingredients for the perfect home atmosphere during cold winter days and long chilly nights. To warm me up, I enjoy the woodsy scents of our luxury Candles.
With Laguna Candles you do not only get a candle with the most exclusive ingredient, but also a intense fragrance that equals the one made by two standard-sized candles which burn at the same time.
Laguna Candles complex fragrances of our luxury candles are so powerful that I highly recommend you to take the favorite ones on a trip with you, just like I always do in order to complement the cozy atmosphere in the winter house.

“Free All Natural Scented Soy Candle Contest!”

We are so excited about our contest
and wanted to share some of the benefits of burning one of Laguna Candles  Natural Scented Soy Blend  Candles in your Home.

1.When choosing a Natural Scented Candle make sure that the candle contains natural, high quality ingredients that are safe both for you and the environment.

2. Natural Scented Candles with clean burning soy wax and all-natural, lead-free wicks should be a perfect choice.

3. 100% Cotton lead-free wicks should be a perfect choice. The soft soy candle wax liquefies rapidly and allows optimum diffusion of the flavor, while a quality wick keeps air in your room clean.

4. Eco candles burn cleaner and are a much better candle for the home.

5. One of the best  fragrant candles to chose are natural blend candles. Some of the Soy blends are Soy, Coconut, and Palm.

6. Scented candles with essential oils are a much better choice than using synthetics scents.

If you are interested in experiencing these types of natural scented candles for the home,  feel free to go to www.lagunacandles.com

The Aroma Of Space

I started my company Laguna Candles for two reasons. My love for candles and scents and the  desire for a clean burning scented candle and a another important reason was I wanted my three daughters to have a choice to choose between working for someone or for themselves. For many years I also  sold Luxury Real Estate In the Coastal communities of OC.  I previewed some of the most beautiful homes in the US.  What surprised me the most, was how much people invested in the interior of their home, and yet what I  found was as beautiful as these homes  were,  so often the homes were void of scent. Typically when I walk into any home the first thing I notice is the smell.  Scent has always been a large part of who I am. From my days as a little girl mesmerized by the scent of Chanel No. 5 that my Grandmother (Lola) loved,  to walking in  one of my favorite luxury Hotels and smelling beautiful scents all through out.

Many years ago my husband Clarence’s  tennis buddy Herman told him one day, what he loved about our home was that it always smelled wonderful. That was one of the nicest complements that I have heard to this day. I recently read an article that I would like to share from Hotels Mag’s newsletter.  It was written by Sherri  Sheck-Merril, and she was gracious enough to allow me to share with  my readers.  Please enjoy.   http://tinyurl.com/8awk55t.

Heirloom Artisan Candles

Laguna Candles, earth friendly all natural soy candle’s Founder Sharie Hendricks collaborated with local Laguna Beach Master Glass Blower, John Barber, who studied the techniques of the European Masters in Sweizel, Germany. Together, they have created one-of-a-kind candle vessels from the furnaces of John Barber’s Laguna Beach Studio.

The heirloom quality vessels feature Laguna Candles’ eco-friendly blend of all-natural waxes and are scented with popular fragrances from the Laguna Candles Coastal Collection, such as Laguna Paradise, Tide Pool, Coconut Paradise, Salinas in Bloom and Urban Citrus. “Every piece is unique unto itself, and bears the mark of John Barber as testimony of their heirloom quality,” says Laguna Candles Founder, Sharie Hendricks. The vessels come in 8 carefully crafted color palettes and are priced at $65 for a 20oz. vessel and $90 for a 40oz. vessel.

“Everyone at Laguna Candles is honored that John has chosen to work with our company,” beams Hendricks. “This partnership exemplifies our commitment to support the work of local artisans by creating unique and memorable heirloom quality keepsakes that allow both locals and visitors from around the world to take a little piece of Laguna home with them,” she shares. Owners of these elegant vessels will be captivated by their beauty as a careful reminder to pause from the hectic pace of daily life. Hendricks further commits to a sustainable experience as careful stewards of the environment, by offering to refill the vessels with a Laguna Candles fragrance once the candles have been enjoyed. This unique refill service is available for a nominal fee.

You’ll find these delightful treasures online at http://www.lagunacandles.com, or with a spirited trip to John Barber’s Sawdust Festival Booth #501, Sand and Surf Resort in Laguna Beach or The Grand Del Mar Hotel Spa in San Diego. Image attached.

The Sawdust Festival in Laguna Beach, CA runs through September 2, 2012 and is open daily 10am to 10pm. For more information visit http://www.sawdustartfestival.org/

“Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors.” African proverb

Much work has been involved in running a business. It takes a fearless attitude and a persistent determined mind set. There will be challenges and many Nos. Focus and determination is vital. What happens? Promises come and go , you hope and you you pray that your hard work pays off. Then an opportunity come and you take advantage of it and you appreciate the fact that you never gave up, and that there are those who never forgot where they came from. You remember that is is important that you not forget either.

What Customers Want From a Candle

There is no getting around it, customers want quality in the way a candle looks and, more importantly, in the fragrance that they throw. The quality of the throw, or the way a candle scents a room or any environment to create ambiance is a major factor that every candle maker must seriously take into consideration.  Additionally, the appearance, price and burn quality are also key factors that consumers look for.  To insure our candles burn clean Laguna Candles uses only cotton wicks, natural, premium waxes like coconut, palm and soy combined with essential oils for fragrance.

So what is it about candles that make them both a popular gift and home accessory for so many people, The national Candle Associates reports that 70% of all households burn candles and that doesn’t include candle accessories! I’ll tell you why candles are so popular, candles make us feel good; they brighten our day; they bring a decorative style to our homes and create ambiance and elegance.

Laguna Candles creates varied and complex scents,  we want our candle to exude personality and become an economical and functional way to enhance your decor. We understand that candles are an emotional purchase and that they influence the mood of your home. We put all the love and care into our product so that you’ll never be disappointed when you choose to invest in Laguna Candles.

And,  did I mention we’re made in the USA and proud of it!