As soon as you walk in the door, you are greeted and ask if you have been here before. Then you are…read moretold about any store specials and new scents. I absolutely love this store from the variety of candle scents to the variety of home decor. I could literally spend so much time (and money) in this store. They already have fall scents ( yes it's mid August but I'm definitely a fall girl!) Today I bought the Apple Tart. They also have a selection of local favorites, which I bought Brookside Bungalow which is a very fresh, clean, relaxing scent. The store will be celebrating their 20th anniversary on Sept 23.... A dozen votive candles for $36 (usually $42.50). Tip -The container of Brookside Bungalow can be brought back and refilled for $2/oz with any of the scents they are filling that month. You can actually bring in any container as long as it holds water.

This local candle shop is celebrating 20 years of being in business this year!! There is a reason…read morethey are so successful. All of the candles and waxes are made in house. Lori is a dedicated and passionate owner that has a keen sense of what works together. The shop carries over 170 different scents which means there is literally something for everyone there. They don't have just have candles but wax melts, home décor, oils, and a variety of candle sizes. Lori was a guest on my podcast, Kansas City Confidential, where she shared all about the process of making their products and some of her favorite scents. We talked about how scents are like personalities and how everyone has a scent that fits their personality. Lori and her team are awesome and so hopeful to their customers. I cannot recommend this business enough and hope next time someone wants to buy a candle whether it be for their own use or for a gift that they shop at The Corner Candle Shop!

Made a reservation for a girls night with my sister & we had so much fun!…read more When you walk in, you are immediately greeted & walked through each step in making a candle. They allow you to take your time & smell each candle & really try to find your favorite scent. After that, they seat you at a table & explain how to fill the little container with oils until you find the right scent for you. The experience is included with the price of the candle jar you choose. They range from 20$ all the way up to around 60$ depending on the size! It was worth it. I will come back with more friends!

Have you ever wanted to make and pour your own candle? Choose your wax holder. Next go to the wall…read moreof scents to pick out your desired scent. 1-3 scents can be added. Workers can help you with deciding if they work together. Gather items and sit down at a table. The workers will show you what to do to make the candle making magic happen. Reservations or walk in but on weekends highly recommend the reservations. You will have to wait several hours for your candle to setup or go back the next day to pick it up. So many great places downtown you can eat or shop while you wait. Love this beautiful shop! Prices start around $24 and go up from there. Includes the experience.

What an amazing store and learning the history of the store and how everything is all handmade…read more This store is absolute beautiful and these people are true artists to their crafts. Overall this store is clean, the prices are fair, the imagination of ideas is endless here with their selection. Great selection of seasonal gifts!

I went to college/lived in Lawrence in the early 1990's. My friends and I would buy drippy…read moremulti-colored tapers and use beer bottles as holders. I was back for a visit over the weekend and had the opportunity to take a class. If you love candles, I recommend the experience. I really enjoyed the class. Overall customer service is top notch. Seeing the evolution of this family business is so cool! Of course, I came home with a great selection of purchases!

This wonderful shop is filled with handmade candles. My favorite things in the shop are candle…read morewarmers that plug into the wall, theyt use a small lightbulb to melt the wax tarts you place in the top. The tarts they make come in scents like blueberry muffin, apples and oak, and about a thousand more. Of course they have the same scents in every size of candle. You can even make your own candle!

As candles go, these are by far the best candles for the price that I have experienced! You can…read morefind much fancier designer candles at the mall, but they don't compare in quality or value. The selection is amazing. There is a scent for everyone. I like that they are a Downtown business. Topeka needs quality businesses like Hilmers, Wolfes, and Marion Lane Candles. When I travel from Kansas City to see my family I make it a point to stop in and refresh my candle stash. People go nuts for the blueberry scent! Pamper yourself and check it out. You can get several candles for $10 - $15 and these burn down the whole way!

This is one of Kansas City's best success stories…read more A woman had a job, but she liked making candles, so the made it her new job. Next step: world domination - maybe. Anyway - Birdie, the owner, lives a life of passion and conviction, which she pours into her craft. You can see it in her candles and you can definitely see it in the studio. The candles - which are available in a variety of scents - come with a clever name and backstory. Light and citrusy scents - they're there. Wood and leather - oh yeah. Vanilla - now we're talking. At the time of this writing - the business announced it is temporarily closing its studio to customers, so it can focus on online orders. Good for them. If you're in the Kansas City area - you can find their candles in local stores and boutiques. If you're out of town or just a local person who doesn't want to be social - you can order directly through the Effing Candles website.

I love when Yelp takes me somewhere I wouldn't have known about!!!…read more This place was soo effing () cute! I loved it. Thank you for the 2 candles & the sticker. This will definitely get my service. The candles were so delightful. I took pictures of all the ones I am coming back to get. My daughter had so many questions on how candles are made & Birdy (owner) did so good at explaining it to her. T The prices are reasonable & the names were super clever. Besides the parking/walking, everything was amazing. I will definitely be back!

Typically I'm a fan of small businesses making handcrafted products. But their candles are…read moreoverpriced, marketed to elitist snobs who literally have money to burn. When entertaining if you must match the color of your table candle settings to the cocktails you'll be serving, these might be the candles for you..But please don't have children (or vote). Even worse, owner Shelley is a nasty person with no respect for humanity. Not sure if her husband is the same, but either way, these are not the kind of people that deserve your business.

I have enjoyed using Creative Candles tapers for many years. They offer a hard to come by 30" taper…read morein a variety of colors; however, judging by the previous review, the color choice does not include Sour Grapes. The tapers are a well made product.

Stopped by this charming candle shop while exploring Weston and was warmly greeted the moment I…read morewalked in. The staff was super friendly and even gave me a quick lesson on the proper way to sniff a candle--because apparently, there's a technique to it! The store had a fantastic variety of scents, from cozy classics to downright unexpected ones. Case in point: Dill Pickle. Yep, I took a whiff. No regrets. Did I buy it? No. But do I feel like a more well-rounded person for having smelled it? Absolutely. The store also had cute votives and other charming little finds. It felt a little sparse in terms of merchandise, but honestly, that didn't take away from the cozy vibe. In the end, I walked out with a unique-scented candle that's going to make an awesome and inexpensive gift. If you love unique scents and friendly vibes, this place is worth a visit! Just be prepared for your nose to go on a little adventure.

Wonderful candles, even better people. My go-to for scented candles in Weston and KC.read more

We were greeted by the most friendly girls and the sweetest pup, Maisel when we arrived! Lucie…read morehelped my daughter and I find the perfect collar for her pup. This is Annie Austen's second storefront at Zona offering an array of products. The store is so welcoming and colorful! It includes party supplies, local crafts, candles, puzzles, pet accessories, bakery treats, stationery, and custom experiences like on-demand printing for various items, all at budget-friendly prices. It's a one-stop shop and a great addition to Zona Rosa!

Gifted by Annie Austen is the perfect spot to shop in the Kansas City area for gifts and presents…read morefor your friends and family. Gifted by Annie has fun decor for your house and upcoming events/celebrations. They also have goodies for your dogs: bandanas, leashes, toys, collars, and more. Gifted by Annie Austen has a small but cute selection of apparel, endless bags and tissue paper for gifts, adorable accessories, fun items for your office desk, and more. Make sure to stop by Gifted by Annie Austen in the Zona Rosa shopping area if you are looking for the best gift to give to someone!