Fall is officially here, which means I have decided it's time to make my home approximately 1000x cozier.

Give me a chunky blanket, a hot chai latte, some cute fall decorations and a candle that smells like someone is baking something sweet and delicious in the kitchen.  That is basically the entire vibe I'm going for.

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So, naturally, I wanted to know where everyone in Rockford is shopping for their favorite candles.

I took the question to Facebook: "Best places to buy candles in Rockford?"

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And I was shocked to see I'm not the only one obsessed with candles when fall rolls around!

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The recs included everything from local candle makers and boutiques to gift shops, markets and some places I didn't even think of!

  • Soy Candles and Wax Melts By Jen LLC.
  • One Love Candle & Bath
  • Wolf Hollow
  • Wisconsin Candle Company - Candles, Bath & Body
  • Bushel & Peck's Local Market
  • Vineyard Books and Gifts at Highcrest
  • Lizzy’s Loft Rkfd
  • Black Moon Collective
  • Porch Boutique
  • Storage Chicks and Unique Gifts
  • CRAFT + FOSTER
  • Norm's Piggy Pen at Edgebrook
  • Edward's Apple Orchard
  • Proper on State
  • Van Jo Candle Co.
  • Lex’Ze Beauty House

Obviously, we can shop all the big box stores and call it a day, but it's so fun to shop local and get a candle that is from a friend of a friend of a friend, you know?

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Nothing wrong with going to Target, Walmart, Meijer, or Bath & Body Works, but it just feels a little more special supporting local businesses.  So, if you're trying to up your candle game like me, consider this your sign to start shopping from the list above!

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