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Understanding the Scent Strength of Essential Oil Candles

We often receive inquiries from well-meaning first-time customers asking why our candles aren't more strongly scented and suggesting we add more oil. It's important to understand that essential oils are highly flammable, which limits the...
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What is Really in a Pumpkin Spice Fragrance Candle?

Pumpkin Spice and everything not so nice? When you love Fall as much as we do, it is easy to get caught up in the Pumpkin Spice craze. But we want you to think again...
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Fontana: The Rebrand

Since our inception in 2018, Fontana Candle Company has undergone significant transformations and remarkable growth. What began in a basement with our founders, Katie and Eric Roering, has now blossomed into a 6500 sq ft...

We're proud to be Mostly Crunchy! Special Giveaway!

Have you ever faced criticism from your friends, family, or even fellow wellness fanatics for not adhering strictly to the "crunchy" lifestyle? For instance, our team has faced backlash on social media for something as...

My Sourdough Baking Journey

I've always been intrigued by sourdough. Fascinated, but intimidated. I typically bake my cakes from a box, and precise measurements are not my strong suit. When sourdough started trending in 2020, I scrolled through video...
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Is Sourdough Healthy, and Why is it so Popular?

Sourdough has surged in popularity in recent years, thanks in part to the Covid pandemic and TikTok trends. From dining out to store-bought options, and even homemade attempts, sourdough bread has truly made a comeback....
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Why Coconut Probably Isn't the Only Ingredient in that Coconut Wax Candle

As many of you know, it has become increasingly challenging to distinguish between genuinely nontoxic brands from those that are merely greenwashing. This issue is even prevalent in the candle industry, where a growing number...
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Fontana Favorites: Mother's Day Gift Guide 2024

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate and express gratitude for the incredible women in our lives, but finding the perfect gift can be a challenge. This year, instead of a traditional bouquet or a...
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A Little Less Toxic Honey Lemonade

When Shawna Holman, @alittlelesstoxic, visited us in Fall of 2023, she was adamant that she wanted to create a scent that was reminiscent of a lemon drop candy at the bottom of her grandmother's purse....