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BBW candles

poohbear1 — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 15:31:39 GMT

For my birthday someone got me a beautiful BBW candle holder and candle (watermelon lemonade) It burned beautifully and smelled wonderful . Never used them before (my favorites are Crossroads, candleberry and Cheerful Giver). Anyway, wanted a purchase a fall/winter scent. Bought the Mashmallow fireside and burned it yesterday. Its wonderful with a great throw. Also, burned beautifully. Just ordered a pumpkin pedistal and chestnut candle Waiting for those. Does anyone else buy BBW candles and have favorite winter scents? thanks

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TenderMercies — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 15:45:04 GMT

Oh yes, I'm a big fan of these candles, but I mostly purchase them just for the fall and winter seasons. The spring and summer scents tend to be too floral or fruity smelling to me, so I usually purchase candles from other companies at those times of year. For fall, I currently have Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Cinnamon Pretzel Twist, Hot Cocoa and Cream, and The Original. I also like Leaves and Autumn around this time of year. For the holidays, I like Evergreen, Marshmellow Fireside, Winter and Fireside.

If you have Facebook, you should 'Like' their page, because you will get daily updates about sales. They have a huge semi-annual sale around the first week in December during which the candles are on sale. Last year they were $8.50 and with a $10 off $30 coupon that they send you via email, you could really stock up for the season.

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poohbear1 — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 15:50:05 GMT

@TenderMercies wrote:
Oh yes, I'm a big fan of these candles, but I mostly purchase them just for the fall and winter seasons. The spring and summer scents tend to be too floral or fruity smelling to me, so I usually purchase candles from other companies at those times of year. For fall, I currently have Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Cinnamon Pretzel Twist, Hot Cocoa and Cream, and The Original. I also like Leaves and Autumn around this time of year. For the holidays, I like Evergreen, Marshmellow Fireside, Winter and Fireside.

If you have Facebook, you should 'Like' their page, because you will get daily updates about sales. They have a huge semi-annual sale around the first week in December during which the candles are on sale. Last year they were $8.50 and with a $10 off $30 coupon that they send you via email, you could really stock up for the season.

Thanks- I have liked them on FB already. Got the marsmallow fireside for $10 and used a $10 off code for the chestnut candle and pedestal. Thank you for your suggestions. BTW I dont like foral scents either.

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TenderMercies — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 15:59:32 GMT

@poohbear1 wrote:
@TenderMercies wrote:
Oh yes, I'm a big fan of these candles, but I mostly purchase them just for the fall and winter seasons. The spring and summer scents tend to be too floral or fruity smelling to me, so I usually purchase candles from other companies at those times of year. For fall, I currently have Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Cinnamon Pretzel Twist, Hot Cocoa and Cream, and The Original. I also like Leaves and Autumn around this time of year. For the holidays, I like Evergreen, Marshmellow Fireside, Winter and Fireside.

If you have Facebook, you should 'Like' their page, because you will get daily updates about sales. They have a huge semi-annual sale around the first week in December during which the candles are on sale. Last year they were $8.50 and with a $10 off $30 coupon that they send you via email, you could really stock up for the season.
Thanks- I have liked them on FB already. Got the marsmallow fireside for $10 and used a $10 off code for the chestnut candle and pedestal. Thank you for your suggestions. BTW I dont like foral scents either.

I'm usually not a fan of gourmand scents, but the Cinnamon Pretzel Twist smells just like when you walk by an Auntie Anne's Pretzels in the mall, so I couldn't resist. I picked up the Hot Cocoa and Cream, because it is so authentic, and I thought it would be good to burn on Thanksgiving morning when I'm prepping dinner and everyone is watching the parade.

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tucsongal — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 16:22:25 GMT

I don't burn candles very often but one scent I always have on hand is "Tea and lemon" which was formerly "London calling". It's not your traditional spice/winter scent but it's very "cozy".

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poohbear1 — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 17:01:32 GMT

@TenderMercies wrote:
@poohbear1 wrote:
@TenderMercies wrote:
Oh yes, I'm a big fan of these candles, but I mostly purchase them just for the fall and winter seasons. The spring and summer scents tend to be too floral or fruity smelling to me, so I usually purchase candles from other companies at those times of year. For fall, I currently have Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Cinnamon Pretzel Twist, Hot Cocoa and Cream, and The Original. I also like Leaves and Autumn around this time of year. For the holidays, I like Evergreen, Marshmellow Fireside, Winter and Fireside.

If you have Facebook, you should 'Like' their page, because you will get daily updates about sales. They have a huge semi-annual sale around the first week in December during which the candles are on sale. Last year they were $8.50 and with a $10 off $30 coupon that they send you via email, you could really stock up for the season.
Thanks- I have liked them on FB already. Got the marsmallow fireside for $10 and used a $10 off code for the chestnut candle and pedestal. Thank you for your suggestions. BTW I dont like foral scents either.
I'm usually not a fan of gourmand scents, but the Cinnamon Pretzel Twist smells just like when you walk by an Auntie Anne's Pretzels in the mall, so I couldn't resist. I picked up the Hot Cocoa and Cream, because it is so authentic, and I thought it would be good to burn on Thanksgiving morning when I'm prepping dinner and everyone is watching the parade.

Oh thank you! After reading your description I just ordered the Cinnamon Pretzel Twist-know my two grown sons will love this candle-will burn when they are here for the holidays!

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Carmie — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 17:46:54 GMT

I buy them when they are on sale. I get them for about $7.50 to $8 each with the sale price and a $10 coupon, and I buy six at a time.

RIght now I am burning Harvest Gathering, which at think has been discontinued. My very favorites are Leaves and Tis the Season. I always stock up with those scents.

My closet shelf has Lemon Verbena, Roasted Chestnuts and Cherries, Bergamot and Suede, Twisted Peppermint, Holiday, Pumpkin Caramel Latte, Winter, Fresh Balsam, 'Tis The Season, Black Pepper Bergamot, Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Leaves and Marshmallow Peppermint.

I keep them in the bottom shelf of my linen closet and when I open the door, my hall way smells wonderful.

i just took inventory and made a list so that I am ready for their next big sale.

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poohbear1 — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 18:03:13 GMT

Looking forward to the holiday selection-Want to get a nice pedestal that I can use for the holidays and one for the winter. Also have a candle called winter which I have not burned yet.

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sueinsf — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 19:57:52 GMT

I've bought BBW candles for years -- started when Slatkin made them. Fall is usually my favorite season although I still have a bunch of Fall scents on hand. Just went online and don't see as much as usual for this time of year. Most of the time there are tons of pumpkin scents! And I don't see much that is new this season. Hot Cocoa and Cream was a favorite of mine last year. Wish I had some coupons or I'd try and pick some of those up while they are on sale. It is already showing as out of stock online.

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rustysmom — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 18:44:08 GMT

These are some of my favorite candles (along with Crossroads and Goose Creek). My favorite Fall candles from Bath and Body Works are Pumpkin pecan waffles, Cider Lane and pumpkin apple with the pummpkin pecan waffle being my favorite. Oh, and then tere is the salted carmel one too. All so yummy. I do not care fo the fruity and floral ones either.

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poohbear1 — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 15:45:07 GMT

@rustysmom wrote:
These are some of my favorite candles (along with Crossroads and Goose Creek). My favorite Fall candles from Bath and Body Works are Pumpkin pecan waffles, Cider Lane and pumpkin apple with the pummpkin pecan waffle being my favorite. Oh, and then tere is the salted carmel one too. All so yummy. I do not care fo the fruity and floral ones either.

Hi rustysmom- don't know if you remember, but you were the one who told me about Crossroads candles- I am burning Buttered Maple syrup right now-still one of my favorites. ( and Kettle corn) Haven't tried the pumpkin pecan waffles yet from BBW-ordered quite a few in the past week-one being salted caramel popcorn. Our taste in scents seem very similar-you have to try the Candleberry Hot Maple Toddy -think you'd like that one a lot. Ordered my third of that one this week.

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rustysmom — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 19:55:43 GMT

Yes, I remember but I think you were going under a diff. name. And if memory serves me, I think you got me hooked on Goosecreek also. As I said, my 3 favorite brands are B&BW, Crossroads and Goosecreek.

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tsavorite — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 01:16:31 GMT

WOW what a great thread!! I am going to stop by BBW and just smell all these great recommendations....hope they have a sale or something soon.

Edit: have a question about the 3 wick candles....I remember long ago I had one of these from BBW....leaves was the scent...and all I remember was that the wicks would be drowning out in the wax within a short time of lighting the candle.

I even took it back and got another one...same thing happened....I never bought anymore candles since way back then...must be 5yrs I think. Anyway I am assuming that problem is fixed now?

And if anyone can give me the general care/instructions you follow I'd appreciate that. Is there a time limit on how long you burn a candle? do you put the lid on or blow out? do you ever trim these wicks?

Back then I wouldn't burn it longer then 3hrs....I used the lid to put it out...and never trimmed the wicks. That's what I was told back then but who knows now...it's been a long while just getting back into burning candles.

Thanks

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poohbear1 — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:53:30 GMT

@rustysmom wrote:
Yes, I remember but I think you were going under a diff. name. And if memory serves me, I think you got me hooked on Goosecreek also. As I said, my 3 favorite brands are B&BW, Crossroads and Goosecreek.

think I had the same name but yes, I did tell you about Goose creek -they have many good scents, however,I have so many cute metal toppers from illumilid and I found out you should only use these with 1 wick candles(fire hazard) so I've been buying the candleberry candles which are wonderful. Since I love the Crossroads so much(buttered maple syrupm Kettle corn, Bluberry and Grape) I just burn them without the lids.

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poohbear1 — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:57:41 GMT

@tsavorite wrote:
WOW what a great thread!! I am going to stop by BBW and just smell all these great recommendations....hope they have a sale or something soon.

Edit: have a question about the 3 wick candles....I remember long ago I had one of these from BBW....leaves was the scent...and all I remember was that the wicks would be drowning out in the wax within a short time of lighting the candle.

I even took it back and got another one...same thing happened....I never bought anymore candles since way back then...must be 5yrs I think. Anyway I am assuming that problem is fixed now?

And if anyone can give me the general care/instructions you follow I'd appreciate that. Is there a time limit on how long you burn a candle? do you put the lid on or blow out? do you ever trim these wicks?

Back then I wouldn't burn it longer then 3hrs....I used the lid to put it out...and never trimmed the wicks. That's what I was told back then but who knows now...it's been a long while just getting back into burning candles.

Thanks

So far, I have had no problems with the 3 wick candles from BBW. They pool nicely and I do trim the wicks after each use. I don't use the tops to put them out-I just blow on them gently. I burn them for about 2-3 hours at a time. I didn't buy them 5 years ago but I have been told they are much better than they were in the past. You should give them another try.

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spot555 — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 16:11:30 GMT

I used to buy candles at BBW (I loved their scents!). But years ago, the quality took a huge dive. That included bad wicks- the candle couldn't even burn because they would drown every time. That even happened on the first lighting.

Also their 3-wicks used to have a burn time of 45-60 hours- now, it's 25-40. That's a horrible amount of burn time.

I wish BBW would get their act together, & get back to the quality of the Harry S. days. I purchased several of his Q sets, but I want to select each one of my scents. BBW has such a huge, FUN selection. I miss that.

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poohbear1 — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 18:26:51 GMT

@spot555 wrote:
I used to buy candles at BBW (I loved their scents!). But years ago, the quality took a huge dive. That included bad wicks- the candle couldn't even burn because they would drown every time. That even happened on the first lighting.

Also their 3-wicks used to have a burn time of 45-60 hours- now, it's 25-40. That's a horrible amount of burn time.

I wish BBW would get their act together, & get back to the quality of the Harry S. days. I purchased several of his Q sets, but I want to select each one of my scents. BBW has such a huge, FUN selection. I miss that.

As a said, I just started burning BBW candles and have had no wick issues.I dont mind the burn time because most of my candles now are Candleberry, Keepers of the light papa jars and crossroads so I burn different scents everday, so the BBW's have lasted me a good amount of time being that I only burn them a couple of hours each week.

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poohbear1 — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 15:50:15 GMT

Just purchased 2 candles today from BBW They are 2/24 + 20%off. Christmas preview is up. I bought the winter candle(with the cute bear) and Cranberry woods.

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TenderMercies — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 16:13:41 GMT

I"ve been burning these candles for years, and I've never had a problem with tunneling wax. When you burn these candles, you absolutely must burn them long enough so that you produce an even, completely full wax pool on the top of the candle. If you blow the candle out when you just have little pools around each of the wicks, you'll have tunneling.

You can either blow out the candle, use a wick dipper, or put the lid over it until the flames go out then remove the lid so that smoke doesn't pollute the wax. I prefer the method of just lightly putting the lid over the candle until I see the flames extinguish then removing the lid. Blowing the candle out can be dangerous and risks wax going everywhere, and using a wick dipper risks contaminating the candle with the dead part of the wick which could break off during the dipping process.

Once the wax is cool and solid, you can either trim off the mushroom tops of the wicks, or I just use my fingers to pluck off the dead parts at the top.

That's how I take care of my 3 wick candles from BBW.

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tsavorite — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 00:05:39 GMT

Thank you ladies for explaining what and how you take care of these 3 wick candles....they did give me a little directions paper today at BBW. I had fun checking out the scents and they were on sale 2/$24 with a extra 20% off....so not a bad deal to pick a few up and see how it goes. I decided to get Autum and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin...I hope the dreaded drowning of the wicks from the past truly is gone...I will follow the directions to the letter (but I did that in the past too LOL) since everyone is having such good luck with this brand I couldn't resist getting a few today!