Mabon Cauldron Candle / Mabon Pillar Candle / Mabon Decoration / Wheel of the Year / Cauldron Candle / Autumn Candle / Fall Candle / Cottage

The season of harvests has begun, and the night and day will once again be equal to celebrate the changing of summer to autumn; Mabon.

A specialty cauldron candle is accented with three different color wax drips in correspondence with the holiday in particular, and the herb mix on top is much the same. Specially collected and mixed by me and added on top of the candle itself to celebrate the holiday at hand. In this case, it all revolves around Mabon! The fall equinox as summer officially ends, and the weather starts to cool. The flows of energy in the world shift as the days begin their descent into deep fall and winter.

Autumn Equinox, around September 21, is the time of the descent of the Goddess into the Underworld. With her departure, we see the decline of nature and the coming of winter. In September, we also bid farewell to the Harvest Lord who was slain at Lammas. He is the Green Man, seen as the cycle of nature in the plant kingdom. He is harvested and his seeds are planted into the Earth so that life may continue and be more abundant.

Mabon is the Witch's Thanksgiving, a time to appreciate and give thanks to the Goddess for her bounty and to share in the joys of the harvest. To celebrate and welcome the end of one turn, and the start of the next turn of the Wheel.

You have the option of the candle being scented, as well. Should you choose it, the Mabon scent blend will include frankincense, myrrh, rosemary, apple, and clover.

Each candle is made to order to ensure freshness and quality. These candles can be made and shipped out in 3-5 business days.

If you need any further customization, do not hesitate to ask and I will accommodate as best I can! Large quantities should also message me before ordering.

Also, I have received questions about the approximate size of this candle. Once made, it is roughly 3.5 x 3.25 x 3.5 inches (with slight variance due to the contrasting drips). Weight comes out at around 14 oz. (again, with only slight variation).

If you love the concept of this candle, but do not feel that a pillar-style candle is for you, that it will not fit in your space, or you have kids or pets that you are worried will tamper with it, there is a jar candle equivalent for you as well: https://www.etsy.com/listing/522120520

*PLEASE NOTE: This must be burned like a pillar candle. Meaning you need a safe area and non-flammable surface to burn it on. The herbs on top can, and most likely will, catch fire and burn. Never leave a burning candle unattended, and make sure to keep an eye on this candle in much the same way. We don't need anyone's Mabon to be disturbed by a house fire! Now be safe, and enjoy!*

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Ingredients:
Pillar Blend Soy Wax, Zinc Core Wick, Colorant, Apple & Clover Fragrance Oil, Rosemary Fragrance Oil, Frankincense & Myrrh Fragrance Oil, Chamomile, Rosemary, Sage, Yarrow, Rue, Mistletoe.

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SHIPPING:
Shipping is done through USPS at Priority and First Class Rates. After the processing time of 1-3 business days (though I ship orders out as quickly as possible), it should take the package no more than 1-4 business days to reach your home. This, of course, can vary during the holiday season. Please contact me if you have any questions about current processing times or need an estimate of how long it will take for your order to reach you. I cannot offer an exact time, but I can estimate as best as possible.

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PLEASE NOTE:
This product is made with soy wax, a common skin moisturizer. Many soy candles can be used as lotions or massage candles as the wax does not get hot enough to burn skin, and is known for its eco-friendly, skin-friendly, and moisturizing properties. HOWEVER, this candle is not recommended for that use. It is meant to be burned as a standard candle in the home, not to be used as a bath and body product due to the use of fragrance oils that are not considered skin safe in the scent. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me and I will answer them.

Also, this candle contains a real, dried herbal mix in it. This means that the herbs can absolutely catch small fire, and this candle needs to be monitored. DO NOT LEAVE BURNING CANDLES UNATTENDED. Keep within view, and extinguish if leaving for more than a moment. Burn candles on a fire-safe surface, and place where it will not be knocked over by accident. We don't need anyone's day ruined by a fire!

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Everything at From A Fable is crafted with allergies and sensitivities in mind. I aim to make sure that there are fun, body-loving products out there for people with difficulty finding bath and body products to use that do not cause negative reactions. I have extremely sensitive skin, normally needing to turn to free and clear products that seem to be harsher than need be on my body, but have discovered which ingredients can come together to form sensitivity-friendly recipes. If you have any questions about the ingredients of this product, do not hesitate to contact me via Etsy, Instagram, Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, or email (laurenrunck@fromafable.com) to address your concerns. I make it a point to know my products inside and out, and will be happy to put your mind at ease so you can enjoy luxurious bath and body experiences.

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GENERAL SHIPPING AND RETURNS:
I ship through USPS (domestic as well as international), and always use Priority Mail or First Class depending on weight, unless otherwise requested. Further contact and negotiation will be required for anything being expedited when it comes to shipping. Items vary in processing time, so please consult the individual items for their processing times. Priority Mail and First Class shipping usually takes anywhere from 1-4 days to reach its destination.

From A Fable is not responsible for any international taxes, import delays, or other issues that can arise during the shipping process. Once it leaves the shop, I am no longer able to control its care or process.

I accept payment via credit card or PayPal. I accept Etsy gift cards as well. Cancellation must occur BEFORE the items are shipped, and any concerns should be addressed via direct communication with the owner of From A Fable, Lauren Runck.

In order to return a candle, it must be in its original condition (meaning that once it has been used AT ALL, I will not accept it back). A refund will then be issued once the candles are back in my possession to ensure they are in re-sale condition. Refunds will not include original shipping costs, as those have been used up. Return shipping is also the responsibility of the customer.

I do not accept returns of earrings or bath and body products, pertaining to health code standards. Once the item has shipped, I will not accept back ANY bath and body products or earrings. Necklaces are still available to negotiate returns or exchanges, though the customer is still responsible for return shipping.

Should there be any damage to a product on its way to you, please contact me immediately with photos so that I can submit a report with my shipper. Each situation will be handled from there, to ensure that the customer has not wasted their money on damaged goods. I strive for quality products as well as customer service! We don't need anyone's day ruined by faulty products!

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REFUNDS/EXCHANGES:
I want you to be happy with your purchase, and absolutely love it. If for whatever reason, the product does not meet your satisfaction, please contact me right away. I will gladly refund the purchase (according to the guidelines found underneath shipping and return policies) within 2 weeks of receipt for candles less the original shipping costs. I do not accept returns or exchanges for bath and body products. If doing an exchange or return, the buyer is responsible for returning candles in the original condition as well as return shipping costs. If product was damaged during shipping, I will need pictures of the damage to submit a claim to the shipping company. Contact me right away if this is the case so that I can sort out the situation with you.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
I always take custom orders, and love being contacted for them!

As for wholesale, message me privately for that as well to talk about amounts, pricing, etc.

Please burn candles responsibly.

Burn candles for 1-1.5 hours for each inch in diameter. This is especially important for the first burn (to keep the candle from doing what is called "tunneling"). Allow the melt pool to reach the edge of the container before extinguishing, so that you get a chance to burn all of the wonderfully-smelling wax!

For pillar-style candles, vigilant awareness is required. Always burn on a fire-safe surface that is flat, even, and will not be bumped or shifted during burning. Also, it is common practice to burn pillars in a holder or on a dish of some sort to catch the melted wax that WILL DRIP DOWN if allowed to burn long enough. Please keep wick trimmed to 1/4 inch long, and do not burn for more than 2-3 hours at a time for thinner pillars, 3-4 hours for thicker pillars. Never leave a burning candle unattended!!

Before lighting your candle, make sure the wick is trimmed to about 1/4 inch long. Keep debris out of your melt pool. If the flame is flickering, either the wick is too long or your candle is in a draft. Large flames will burn/consume your candle more quickly than a smaller, steadier flame will.

As for soaps and other bath and body, please read descriptions and ingredient lists if you are like me, and have sensitive skin. I test all soaps myself, and will always let you know in the descriptions which kind of fragrance or essential oils are used, which soap base they are made with, as well as any herbs or exfoliants that are added to the mix. I am open about all ingredients, as well as knowledgeable about the suppliers and their effects on the body. I welcome any questions or concerns about the products so that I may put them at ease and provide further information. Pay close attention to my ingredient lists, as I do not accept them for returns once they have been used!