As fallen leaves speckle the ground and the air turns crisper by the day, many of us are reaching for our fuzziest pair of socks, steaming hot beverages, and lighting our favorite candles to savor the essence of the cozy fall season. During this chilly time of year when most of my time is spent indoors, I often wish I could be enveloped by the scent of a misty morning walk through the forest; without needing to bundle up in ten separate layers to stay warm. Luckily, one of my favorite pastimes during the holiday season is making DIY crafts for my loved ones, so capturing the inviting aroma of the forest by dusting off my candle-making supplies was a no-brainer. Introducing—acorn spice candles!
Acorns, the fruit or nut of oak trees, aren’t just a delightfully nutty treat for squirrels; they also boast an impressive history. Oak trees and their acorn offsprings have been thriving for over 50 million years across the Northern Hemisphere and are considered a keystone species for fungi, plant, and animal life. Across many cultures, oak trees symbolize resiliency, longevity, and strength. On the other hand, acorns are symbols of growth, potential, and new beginnings. By capturing the essence of acorns in these candles, my intention was to not only evoke the warmth of the cozy scent of autumn but also symbolize the serenity winter represents before the blooming spring season.
The earthy, nutty aroma reminiscent of roasted acorns with a touch of spice is attributed to a woodsy and warming blend of essential oils such as oakmoss absolute, Scotch pine, fir needle, and cinnamon bark. Beeswax was also the perfect base for these candles to add gentle notes of nutty sweetness to the candle. Just like the soft glow of a candle or the nostalgic aroma that fills your nose during a morning walk through the woods, acorns serve as representations of the potential and growth that surrounds us. So, even on mornings when it’s far too chilly to venture out on a walk through the forest, this candle will fill your home with the inviting scents of leaves and acorns falling onto the forest floor.
Makes enough for approximately one 9oz. candle or two 4oz. candles.
Materials
Ingredients
Directions
You may also be interested in:
Warming Lotion Bars for Autumn & Winter
DIY Foaming Hand Soap: Fall Scent
Sweater Weather Roll-On Perfume Recipe
Topics: Aromatherapy, Herbal Gift Ideas, Green Living
Hailey grew up on a small rural farm in Oregon surrounded by trees and more animals than you could count on your fingers and toes. Hailey's collective passions for exploration, art, biology, and animals have led her through various career paths including veterinary medicine, neurodiverse healthcare, and teaching glazing at a local pottery studio. These accumulated skills brought her to the front steps of Mountain Rose Herbs, where she holds the position of Partnership & Event Coordinator. When she isn’t planning community events, you can find her cooking up nourishing plant-based food, snuggling with her beloved kitty, Indigo, or wandering around mossy creek beds looking for agates and animal bones to breathe new life into her jewelry creations.
As fallen leaves speckle the ground and the air turns crisper by the day, many of us are reaching for our fuzziest pair of socks, steaming hot beverages, and lighting our favorite candles to savor the essence of the cozy fall season. During this chilly time of year when most of my time is spent indoors, I often wish I could be enveloped by the scent of a misty morning walk through the forest; without needing to bundle up in ten separate layers to stay warm. Luckily, one of my favorite pastimes during the holiday season is making DIY crafts for my loved ones, so capturing the inviting aroma of the forest by dusting off my candle-making supplies was a no-brainer. Introducing—acorn spice candles!
Acorns, the fruit or nut of oak trees, aren’t just a delightfully nutty treat for squirrels; they also boast an impressive history. Oak trees and their acorn offsprings have been thriving for over 50 million years across the Northern Hemisphere and are considered a keystone species for fungi, plant, and animal life. Across many cultures, oak trees symbolize resiliency, longevity, and strength. On the other hand, acorns are symbols of growth, potential, and new beginnings. By capturing the essence of acorns in these candles, my intention was to not only evoke the warmth of the cozy scent of autumn but also symbolize the serenity winter represents before the blooming spring season.
The earthy, nutty aroma reminiscent of roasted acorns with a touch of spice is attributed to a woodsy and warming blend of essential oils such as oakmoss absolute, Scotch pine, fir needle, and cinnamon bark. Beeswax was also the perfect base for these candles to add gentle notes of nutty sweetness to the candle. Just like the soft glow of a candle or the nostalgic aroma that fills your nose during a morning walk through the woods, acorns serve as representations of the potential and growth that surrounds us. So, even on mornings when it’s far too chilly to venture out on a walk through the forest, this candle will fill your home with the inviting scents of leaves and acorns falling onto the forest floor.
Makes enough for approximately one 9oz. candle or two 4oz. candles.
Materials
Ingredients
Directions
You may also be interested in:
Warming Lotion Bars for Autumn & Winter
DIY Foaming Hand Soap: Fall Scent
Sweater Weather Roll-On Perfume Recipe
Topics: Aromatherapy, Herbal Gift Ideas, Green Living
Hailey grew up on a small rural farm in Oregon surrounded by trees and more animals than you could count on your fingers and toes. Hailey's collective passions for exploration, art, biology, and animals have led her through various career paths including veterinary medicine, neurodiverse healthcare, and teaching glazing at a local pottery studio. These accumulated skills brought her to the front steps of Mountain Rose Herbs, where she holds the position of Partnership & Event Coordinator. When she isn’t planning community events, you can find her cooking up nourishing plant-based food, snuggling with her beloved kitty, Indigo, or wandering around mossy creek beds looking for agates and animal bones to breathe new life into her jewelry creations.
