laurengrossmanshop
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Handmade figure candles plus a line of one of a kind jewels and baubles all made in Seattle to support my sculpture habit (see www.laurengrossman.com). Lots of repurposed lab glass, bullet shells, glow-in-the dark bits, scavenged beads, and wee gee-gaws combine to make personal adornments you just won't find anywhere else. I make my own findings out of sterling silver. These gems will perk up any ensemble!
The taper candles come in males, females, and hermaphrodites that burn in all the right places. They make great gifts for so many occasions: weddings, divorces, graduations, housewarmings, big birthdays...you name it.
Announcement
Handmade figure candles plus a line of one of a kind jewels and baubles all made in Seattle to support my sculpture habit (see www.laurengrossman.com). Lots of repurposed lab glass, bullet shells, glow-in-the dark bits, scavenged beads, and wee gee-gaws combine to make personal adornments you just won't find anywhere else. I make my own findings out of sterling silver. These gems will perk up any ensemble!
The taper candles come in males, females, and hermaphrodites that burn in all the right places. They make great gifts for so many occasions: weddings, divorces, graduations, housewarmings, big birthdays...you name it.
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reta on Jun 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLove these candles. I get so many compliments on them. Thanks, Lauren!
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Joe on Jan 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsWe haven't lit this candle yet, but it is the 4th or 5th candle, and possibly the 2nd purchase from Etsy (previous ones were bought in person when traveling in the PNW). The packaging was excellent - the candle arrived in great condition. I appreciate the heavy use of reusable materials in the packaging as well.
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Melissa on Jan 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsHigh quality earrings rockin' a pro-science vibe! Students at my school couldn't keep their hands off of them; beautiful and fun with very nice balance and movement. I received them with lightening speed. So great.
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wsmith25 on Jan 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully designed and crafted earrings!!! Thank you so much for the fast shipping and extra careful packing.
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Vix on Dec 29, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe candle was perfectly made! Product and store owner were above and beyond expectations. I will shop here again for sure!
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Cindy on Dec 21, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThanks so much. Even nicer in person. Love the wrapping and cannot believe it shipped so quickly right before Christmas. I am sure my sons science girlfriend will love them.
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Shop of Ni on Dec 20, 2021
5 out of 5 starsReally good, besides the fact it's unscented I rate this a 10/10
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banowetztx on Sep 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExcellent quality and exceeded expectations. So happy to have found these. They are excellent gifts for birthdays, house warming, or anniversaries. Love this item!
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banowetztx on Sep 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsexcellent quality, beautiful & unique! so happy to have found this item. A great birthday gift, or last minute gift for any occasion. Expectations met & exceeded.
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Julia on Aug 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThese graceful AND amusing candles add just the right touch of whimsy to a family heirloom. Lauren is a terrific communicator.
About laurengrossmanshop
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I pour my candles in small batches of six, each one has hand blended color. Expect some variations! -
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I love to make jewels in a bit of chaos. Like a blackbird, I pick out bits to use in each necklace or pair of earrings.
Artist makes products for fun and profit
It was art school in the early eighties and we were desperately trying not to blend into the background--lots of asymmetry, home made and altered clothing, arty haircuts, and snarky attitude. Growing up in that period gave me a lifelong aversion to all things "normal" as well as an unorthodox approach to personal style. I began making jewelry and quirky household items for myself and my friends, but then it morphed into a business model for surviving as an artist.
I like to keep my production small so that I can control the quality and craftsmanship of what I make. Each piece of jewelry is a unique variation of my general repertoire of materials and shapes. I do my own flame working on the glass components, often forming a whole batch of beads and bubbles at once then choosing parts to combine. My finished jewels often depend upon what is just in the right spot on my workbench clutter when I'm searching for beads or colors or scavenged bits to put together.
The candles began as a holiday joke item some years ago. They took off and were the major part of my business for several years. I still hand pour all of them, blending colors in small batches and hand trimming each piece. The waxy labor has become very meditative. The candles are immortalized in the first "Big Brother" house and in Savanna's bedroom on "Glee".
Shop members
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Lauren Grossman
Owner, Maker, And Everything Else
Both my parents were artists, so I guess you could say it's in my DNA. I have a long career doing large sculptures and installations (see www.laurengrossman.com if curious), but I have always loved making wearables and utilitarian things on the side.
Shop policies
I also hand pour my candles to order. Because they are made in small batches, the colors may vary slightly.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept exchanges
I don't accept returns or cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
That said, please contact me immediately if the item arrives damaged. If there is some other problem with your purchase, please contact me and we'll see what we can do to make sure we are both happy about it.
Payment
Buyers who have a shipping address within Washington state will be charged 10.1% sales tax. Buyers from other sites may be taxed according to their state laws.
Shipping
For International Orders - I am required by law to state the value of the items on a customs form. Please be aware that each country may require customs fees or taxes upon arrival. All taxes, duties and customs fees associated with international shipping are the responsibility of the buyer. Currently, I am only shipping the jewelry internationally, but if you wish me to price shipping for the candles CONVO ME.
Additional policies and FAQs
I also am open to wholesale orders!