For something fairly small, a good scented candle can set a whole room’s mood. The one I’ve kept reaching for this year is the cabin candle from local home fragrance company Forestdale. They’re well-priced, locally made by prolific pedal-steel ace Luke Schneider, and they have those fat wooden wicks that crackle a little and ensure that the candle burns all the way to the edge. And the scent — earthy with just a smidge of eucalyptus — is made from only essential oils, so it’s warm and woodsy without being overpowering. Buy them online, or pick one up at a growing number of local spots — from the Turnip Truck to Grimey’s.
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