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5 Candle Ingredients to Avoid Around Pets, Vet Informed
|Audra Wyatt
Vet informed checklist to pick and burn pet safe candles: what to avoid, best waxes, safe burn habits, and when to go flameless. Read more...
Covered candle vessel in cool storage
12–18 Month Scent Window: Candle Shelf Life Tips From a Soy Maker
|Audra Wyatt
A handcrafted soy candle maker explains how to preserve candle shelf life: store candles cool and covered, run quick cold and hot throw checks, and burn... Read more...
Candle flame beside diffuser reeds
Room by Room: When Candles or Diffusers Work, and Why Soy Matters
|Audra Wyatt
Decide candle or diffuser by room. Learn when a 40–60 hour soy candle or a reed diffuser lasting 4–8 weeks fits your space, plus safety and care tips. Read more...
Hands opening a carefully wrapped surprise gift
Under 48 Hours: Best Surprise Gifts That Actually Land
|Audra Wyatt
Skip pricey gestures. Learn three surprise-gift types, fast delivery tricks, and presentation moves that make small gifts memorable—even when you have... Read more...
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Grab These Last Minute Gift Ideas That Arrive Today and Feel Thoughtful
|Audra Wyatt
Fast, practical last minute gift ideas that still feel chosen: instant e-gifts, same day pickups, DIYs you can finish in an hour, plus handcrafted... Read more...
Candle flame and faint indoor smoke
One Candle, Low Risk: Are Candles Bad for You?
|Audra Wyatt
Research backed guidance on candle risks and safer burning. See who is vulnerable, six practical safety steps, and cleaner alternatives from a candle maker. Read more...
Stored candles protected inside a cool cabinet
Protect Candle Scent and Shape for Soy and Everyday Candles
|Audra Wyatt
Learn candle storage by type to keep jar, pillar, taper, and soy candles smelling and looking best. Includes pro fixes and rotation tips. Read more...
Wrapped office Secret Santa gift on sideboard
Office Secret Santa Gifts That Land for $20–$25, Wrapped to Impress
|Audra Wyatt
Office Secret Santa gifts that work on a $20–$25 budget: practical picks, pro wrapping and one sentence notes, plus remote shipping fixes to avoid late... Read more...
Pearlescent wax beads being poured into vessel
Pearlescent Candles for Crafters: Make, Refill, or Buy Hand Poured
|Audra Wyatt
Learn how pearlescent candles work, make DIY pearl refills, burn them safely, shop refillable packs, and when a hand poured soy candle is the smarter buy. Read more...
Silver coin emerging from embedded candle wax
Money Soap for Gift Buyers: 5 Safe Steps to Reveal Real Silver Coin
|Audra Wyatt
Discover how money soap coin candles work, why Stars and Cents uses 100% soy, and follow five safe steps to reveal and verify the real silver coin. Read more...
Hands inspecting candle wax wick and jar
Before You Buy a Mahogany and Teakwood Candle, Check Wax, Wick, and Jar Size
|Audra Wyatt
Check wax, wick, and jar size before you buy a mahogany and teakwood candle. Practical tips to get the right throw, plus Starsandcents soy options. Read more...
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Trim Candle Wicks to 1/4 Inch for Cleaner, Longer Burns
|Audra Wyatt
Trim wicks to 1/4 inch before every burn. Learn when to snip, which tools work, and soy and coin candle tips to cut soot and extend burn life. Read more...
Soy jar candle with even melt pool on first burn
1 Hour Per Inch: Zach's First Burn Tips for Soy Jar Candles
|Audra Wyatt
Learn why the first burn matters. Follow a 5 step checklist and use Zach's soy wax and wick tips to avoid tunneling and achieve a full melt. Read more...
Close-up soy candle burning with wax and fragrance elements
3 Maker Tested Checks for Clean Burning Candles: Wax, Wick, Fragrance
|Audra Wyatt
A maker tested, evidence backed guide to clean burning candles. Learn the three essentials—wax, wick, fragrance—and how to spot honest labels before you buy. Read more...
Wrapped white elephant gifts on wooden table
The Best White Elephant Gifts That Actually Get Stolen
|Audra Wyatt
Discover the best white elephant gifts that combine humor with utility. Make your gift exchange memorable with items everyone will fight over! Read more...
Hand pouring soy wax into candle vessel
What Makes a Candle Non-Toxic (and Which Ones Actually Are)
|Audra Wyatt
Discover how to identify truly non-toxic candles. Learn about wax types that burn cleanest and verify claims on candle labels. Read more...
Side-by-side soy and paraffin wax candles melting
Soy vs Paraffin: Which Wax Actually Wins at Home?
|Audra Wyatt
Explore the pros and cons of soy and paraffin wax candles, from burn time to scent throw, to find the best option for your home. Read more...
Glowing Christmas candle with pine cones and cinnamon
The Best Christmas Candle Scents for Every Room This Year
|Audra Wyatt
Discover the best Christmas candle scents for every room and create a festive atmosphere at home with five must-have fragrance families. Read more...
Hand placing hostess gift on dining table
The 6 Best Hostess Gifts to Bring to Any Dinner Party
|Audra Wyatt
Discover six perfect hostess gift ideas that delight without obligation. From scented candles to artisanal olive oil, bring joy to any dinner party. Read more...
Soy candle burning in natural cozy setting
Soy Candles Benefits: What Actually Holds Up to Scrutiny
|Audra Wyatt
Discover the real benefits of soy candles, from cleaner burns to environmental advantages, and learn how to choose the best ones. Read more...
Soy candle and wax melts warming in living room
Wax Melts vs Candles: Which Fits Your Home Fragrance Needs
|Audra Wyatt
Discover whether wax melts or candles better suit your home fragrance needs, balancing scent, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Read more...
Cozy living room corner with rug, throws, and warm lighting
9 Cozy Home Essentials to Add to Every Room This Year
|Audra Wyatt
Transform your space with these nine cozy home essentials. Discover how soft textiles and warm lighting can create inviting rooms. Read more...
Basket with bath kit and candle for gift
Mother's Day Gift Ideas That Actually Feel Thoughtful
|Audra Wyatt
Discover thoughtful Mother's Day gift ideas, from unique keepsakes to pampering experiences, perfect for showing your love. Click for inspiration! Read more...
Graduation gifts laid out on table
The Best Graduation Gift Ideas for 2026
|Audra Wyatt
Discover the best graduation gift ideas for 2026, from practical gadgets to sentimental keepsakes, ensuring a memorable celebration. Read more...
Hands wrapping a scented candle gift for Father's Day
Father's Day Gift Ideas That Actually Land, From Fast to Handmade
|Audra Wyatt
Discover unique Father's Day gift ideas tailored to his interests, from heartfelt keepsakes to practical upgrades, ensuring a meaningful surprise. Read more...
Hand poured soy candles
What Makes a Hand Poured Soy Candle Different (And Why It's Worth It)
|Audra wyatt
Introduction Not all candles are made the same way. Once you understand the difference, it's hard to go back to a big box store candle. Most mass produced candles are... Read more...
silver coin candle gift idea for silver stackers
Gifts for Silver Stackers: What to Buy Someone Who Collects Silver
|Audra wyatt
Gifts for Silver Stackers: What to Buy Someone Who Collects Silver Finding a gift for a silver stacker sounds simple until you actually try to do it. Buy them silver... Read more...
Stars and Cents 7 oz sea salt and orchid wood wick soy candle in amber jar
Wood Wick Candles vs Cotton Wick Candles: Which One Is Right for You?
|Audra wyatt
Not all candles are created equal. Learn the real difference between wood wick and cotton wick candles, why 100% soy wax burns cleaner and longer, and how to find a... Read more...
Real US silver coin found inside Stars and Cents candle with money inside
The Best Gifts for Coin Collectors in 2026 — and One They've Never Seen Before
|Audra Wyatt
Searching for a money candle or candle with money inside? Stars and Cents hides real U.S. silver coins in every jar — the most unique coin collector gift in 2026. Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Scented Candles: Compare Soy Candles by Brand & Burn Time in 2026 Star's and Cents
The Ultimate Guide to Scented Candles: Compare Soy Candles by Brand & Burn Time in 2026
|Audra Wyatt
Choosing the perfect scented candle can transform a room’s atmosphere, turning everyday spaces into cozy retreats or invigorating corners of relaxation. Among the variety of options available, soy candles stand... Read more...
1922 silver Peace dollar coin, reflecting today's rising silver value
Silver Price 2026 — Current Value and 10 Year Forecast
|Stars and Cents
Silver recently crossed $75 per troy ounce — up over 130% from last year. Here's where prices stand today, what's driving them, and what the next 10 years could look... Read more...
Wax melter info
Wax Melts 101: What They Are, How to Use Them, and Why You'll Love Them
|Stars and Cents
No flame, no fuss, all fragrance. If you've never tried wax melts or just want to know how to use them right, here's everything you need to know. Read more...
candle care tips
How to Get the Most Out of Your Soy Candle (And Make It Last)
|Stars and Cents
Tunneling, short burns, wasted wax — most candle problems are completely preventable. Here's how to get the longest, cleanest burn out of every soy candle you light. Read more...
silver coin surprise candles
What's Inside a Silver Coin Candle? (And Why It's the Real Deal)
|Stars and Cents
Yes, there's really a coin in there. Here's exactly what's inside every Stars and Cents Silver Coin Candle — and why it's the real deal. Read more...