So happy to have found this hidden gem in Stillwater! I booked a "pour your own" candle class for a…read moregroup of friends for our girls night out and absolutely fell in love this store! The place itself has such a unique and dark, yet luxe atmosphere with a touch of goth aesthetic. I was slightly worried the smell would be overwhelming since one of my friends is sensitive to scents but as soon as you walk in you are pleasantly enveloped with a most enjoyable and comforting smell without it being overbearing! Plus, not only are their candles toxic free, but hand-poured and formulated with high end luxury oils blended into a 100% natural soy wax blend for clean burning. I also love that they have an awesome recycling/discount program to reduce their footprint. Its refreshing to see a company with such high values and truly consider their work as a passionate art form rather than just another tourist shop in this charming historic town. Our group was given time to peruse the retail portion of the store before our class started which includes not only candles, but one of a kind items and gifts (even from some of my favorite brands that are usually harder to find in stores!) including Spitfire Girl, Sugar Boo and P.F. Candles. We received a discount for doing the class also! Booking the workshop online was quite simple and very convenient as it assured our spots (they do accept walk ins but spaces seemed to fill quickly so I am happy I made reservations) I also like their flexibility as I was able to book the basic package with the option for everyone to make their own upgrades separately if desired. The workshop space was a whole upper level floor in a historic brick building (circa 1800s) designated just for the candle making. It was spacious with two huge tables to accommodate up to a group of 16 people! The large windows overlooking the towns main street was also a bonus. We were able to sit where we liked and each spot had a cute tray set up that included all the supplies we needed to make our candle. There was a beautiful variety of vessels show cased and easy to select from with pricing clearly labeled. There was also wax station and a scent station that offered an incredible selection of pre blended scents each of which were carefully curated by the owner and kept unnamed as to enhance our scent experience with our memory, making us reminisce on what each reminded us of. Overall, the entire process was truly hands on and the instructor was super personable and made the detailed process seem so effortless. It was so fun to collaborate and guess what smells we could decipher in each blend- and the instructor knew exactly what was included in each in case we couldn't figure it out! We were also able to mix the scents if we wanted making it feel like a fun mad scientist experiment! This is something totally unique that none of us had done before and they even served wine and beer to accompany the class so it felt very intimate and classy. We did an evening class so we were able to pick up our candles the next day-we were glad because we went out to dinner after and didn't want to have to carry them around with us. The instructor also gave us an insider tip to a hidden speak easy bar that was just so magical and mysterious that we would never have otherwise known about! Definitely will be back as I think this would make the cutest date night!

The experience was fine but overpriced. We went as a Mother's Day experience. I've been to other…read morecandle making experiences and this was not as fun. I also paid to have the candles shipped the next day and we didn't receive them. I called to get them shipped out and they said they would be in the mail the next day. We still have not received them. so while the experience was "ok" we haven't received the product we paid for and so I cannot recommend them.

This is our friend time and we will definitely be back! We went to meet Santa which was a great…read moreexperience. Not sure if they use the same Santa each year but he was so wonderful and patient with our boys and held our baby with ease! The store itself was beautiful and well organized. We went at Christmas time and they have amazing gift insides and decor. I'm wish I went here first this season and now we know! The staff were so friendly. They have a private bathroom and easy for kids. Parking is easy out front. We'll go back for gifts for sure!

This place has a gift for everyone in it! I have ventured into the Woods a handful of times and…read moreyou want to make sure you allow enough time to actually shop in here. So many things to look at and many ideas for your home or yard. Cute store and you could spend a fortune in it! It's easy to do. We will be back when searching for a gift for an in law or coworker. Perfect and have fun while in there. The staff are always very friendly and helpful.

I love the White Bear Lake store, so when I stumbled upon this one while walking Arbor Lakes Shops…read moreI was super excited! So many fun gift ideas!!! Unique kitchen items. Soup, baked goods & cocktail mixes along with recipe books. Clothing & jewelry! Art, lamps... stuff we don't need, but would love to get/give as a gift because it is all so cool! Staff were attentive and friendly! Nothing cheap here, but it is all high quality. I am a fan and will be back!

Loved this shop! It has something for everyone, I was hunting for a tea towel for my mom for…read moreChristmas and I found that and a unique puzzle for her, viking socks for my dad, and portable dauchaund Bluetooth speaker for my daughter Can't wait to stop there again!

So great to have this cool store in town! Shopped here twice and got great customer service and fun…read moreplace to find nifty gifts. As soon as I walked in the door, I was greeted and asked if I needed any assistance. They were attentive, giving suggestions and answering questions. The place is well organized, fun selection of gifts and unusual trinkets. Smells amazing in the store and you can find gifts for any occasion. Prices are very decent there! They have neat plants there..cool succulents, cactus and air plants. One of the fun gifts that you can get from there are Moss Amigos. Fun plant pet that is perfect for anyone without any fuss. They will be moving to their new location and I can't wait to check it out...wonderful and pleasant customer service keeps the business thriving!

We were greeted immediately by an absolutely bright and charming man who welcomed us to the store…read moreand told us about some holiday specials they had going on. It was small business Saturday so the shop was very busy and tough to navigate. The smell in the store is heavenly and they have a wonderful selection of the Thymes fragrances and collections. The merchandise includes gifts, decor, body fragrances/soaps/lotions, food items, and more. The Copper Pony not only fills a void in the marketplace but it brings an elegance to the downtown St. Cloud area. I wish them lots of success!!

WBC feels like an extra storage space for Bath & Body Works. The stores are connected and you can…read moreshop both sides. WBC mostly has candles, air fresheners, candle holders and such. Even when the store is busy they hardly have registers open on both sides. Generally there's always staff around and the will help need be expect for checking out. Overall you can usually find some good deals and nice candles!!

Not to be confused with Wide Barn, which is the same store but for big and tall people…read more This is more quiet and sleepy and maybe more friendly and definitely a better selection because they're so much less busy, than the Roseville location of this little candle store in the mall up there. This one is in Ridgedale, the sleepy mall in the west burbs of Mini Soda. They're not cheap but they do have a good selection. I just can't spend too much time in here cuz I get a migraine headache because of all the scents. It just doesn't make scents.

I've made a candle at PPP several times and have always enjoyed the process. They provide simple…read morestep by step instructions and help with the process if needed. The ladies of PPP are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet! It's so fun to be able to get creative and make your own candle. These candles burn way better than some of the ones at big box stores. After the class I took some time to shop the store. The cheapest candle is $7 and I think the most expensive one (outside of ordering a custom one) is about $40. I picked up a couple of great gift items for friends and family. They have cards, clothes, games, some food based items and just about everything in between. There is parking right outside the store; which makes stopping in to grab some goodies even easier.

Hold the Prosecco, but add the candles!!! Do you want to go…read moreto a place I can teach you how to make a homemade candle with a custom send this is the place to go. This cute little shop has been in Burnsville for over a year and a different location for years past. They have a small store, but it's exactly what you need if you were looking for a gift for any occasion.

Do some gift shopping here! They have an online shop you can always use, but it's way more fun to…read morecome in when they're open. The most obvious reason is that of course you want to smell what you're getting. But also I just love the whole ambiance when all the studios at the Northrup King building open up to let you wander around. And acutally, a really cool thing to do is save your used containers and bring them back, and they will sell you a replacement candle of the same size for half off! These are very thoughtfully crafted candles, with unique scents that I have gotten compliments on from my houseguests. They have new creations each time I come in, and they have different styles depending on your preferences. Some I've liked much more than I expected, like Tomato Garden, I've been stocking up on that scent, very pleasant! Check their socials for when they're open, but I think the normal thing is on Saturdays from 9-4 and on the first Thursday evening of each month.

I had an awesome time learning the art of candle making with owner Heidi! She is a rockstar and is…read moreso freaking talented. Her story is very inspiring and I love how she's passionately sharing her talents with others. All of her candles are environmentally friendly and she also offers a candle exchange program that promotes healthy and sustainable choices for avid candle users who wish to recycle. Excelsior Candle Co is perfect for a date night, gathering with family or friends, or anyone that's interested in making their own candles with a guide. Her sessions are also very reasonably priced and are of great value. I think my favorite scent of all time was made by Heidi and it's her Guilt Free Egg Nog candle.... Thanks to her, every room in my home is warmly scented and I couldn't be more happy! FYI- They are inside Northrup King Building - Floor 2, Studio 206

Took a class to make candles and learn about the history of Roseline's place! We loved to hear…read moreabout all the sustainable efforts from the jars to the labels. We even got a rechargeable electric lighter to take home! Had a great time getting to customize the label and experiencing the process. The store is filled with amazing local finds too

Great candles and features crafts from local artists. The staff is helpful and kind. Good place for…read moregifts.

I'm so mad and disappointed. I went shopping at a Bath and Body Works recently. I brought my bag…read morehome and unloaded some tubes of cream and 5 wallflower scents and a new wall flower plug in. Later in the day, I open one of the wall flower scents, put it in the plug and plugged it in. I put the extras in a plastic contain in my hutch for later. The next day, I was walking through my kitchen and saw 2 circles of bare wood on my table. My boyfriend said he saw it earlier and wiped it up and it was sticky. I realized, that's where the wallflower scents were laying. They leaked and completely removed the finish in the 2, two-inch circles! So, warning....do not let leaky wallflowers remain on your wood. I need to re-stain and poly my tabletop!

My wife and I were at this shop 2 times; about 2.5 months ago and 3 weeks ago. My wife has medical…read moreissues and both times she had a problem. The staff was very kind and considerate. They found a chair for her to sit in until she felt better. In all my years of shopping I have never seen such kind compassionate behaviour by staff. This store has a fantastic vibe. you are warmly greeted when you enter. The staff is attentative and helps you find what you are looking for. When you make your purchase they are very personable and thank you for coming in. Kudos to the Bath and Body Work outlet employees in North Branch MN!

Such a cute boutique with the friendliest staff! Love the variety of gifts and clothing.read more