Things You May Have Never Known

Finding and enjoying a lovely fragrance enriches everyday life and often serves as an important act of self-care. Scents can feel energizing, refreshing or calming. They might even boost a sense of well-being and create a sensual connection between ourselves and our environment. Liking or disliking a certain scent or scent family is deeply personal. Preferences change over time or with the season. Many people favor light and refreshing scents in the summer months and enjoy deeper, warm aromas during the holiday season or go through the entire scent spectrum as they advance in age. When fragrances are applied to...

In the ancient world, incense was used as a way to create pleasant smells for religious ceremonies and other rituals. The earliest evidence of incense use is documented in pottery from Sumer (modern-day Iraq) dating back to 6000 BC. Over time, various cultures around the globe developed their own unique traditions for using incense. For example, Hindus often burn it during puja rites while some Buddhists use it in meditation practices. Early incense was made from aromatic gums, roots, flowers, and spices. These were burned on a charcoal fire to create smoke. This practice dates back as far as 4500...

Punch needle embroidery is an old form of making quilts, clothing, home furnishings and other items. It's a technique started in the early 1800s. There are two different methods for punch needle embroidery - one with thread, the other using yarn or wool strips. In this post we'll be discussing the difference between these two forms of punch needle embroidery and how they're used in today's society as well as their history in order to give you all you need to know about them! Punch Needle is part of a rich history of rug making in America, and to better...

Have you ever had a candle stop burning before it reached the end of the container? If not, you're one of the lucky ones. Candles are an easy way to create ambiance and fill your home with beautiful smells. But because they can be expensive, we want them to last as long as possible! But what if I told you that there was a simple trick that will make your candles burn longer than ever before? Before lighting your candle for each use, trim the wick to 1/8" to 1/4" using scissors or nail clippers. This will allow more air...