Review: Wilfred Wax Candle Shop

My candle collection is getting way out of hand, but I don't even care! I'm obsessed with candles and I'm not afraid to yell it from the rooftops. My new candle obsession that I'm so happy to share with you is Wilfred Wax! 

If you like fandom-inspired soy candles with great packaging (I seriously love their no-fuss labels!), then you NEED to give Wilfred Wax's Etsy shop a look. I love candles that have a powerful scent, so that the moment you take off the lid the scent wafts up to you. To me, that's when you know it's an awesome candle and all of their candles do that. I have seven Wilfred Wax's candles and I can tell you that I 100% love every single one and burn one if not every day then every other day. I personally love burning a candle while writing. 

Of their candles, I have Dreamy Midsummer, In A Nutshell (Nutella-inspired candle, guys), Sweet Chai O'Mine, Steamed & Frothed, Halfling Hill, Won-Won (Ron Weasley-inspired!), and their new holiday candle Merri-Mint Mocha. They also have wax melt versions of all their candles in case you prefer that. 

Wilfred Wax is a new candle shop that just started in February of this year, but you'd think they've been in business for years because their candles and tarts smell fantastic, the scents are strong, their labels and packaging are professional, and the owners, Kenyon and Michelle, are wonderful and cool people. Their candles are made with all-natural, American-grown soy wax that produce a strong fragrance.

Want a candle or five of your own? Use my code SINCERELYSARA10 for 10% off!

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Which of their candles do you want?

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Sponsor Spotlight: A Hundred Tiny Wishes + Giveaway

Hey there Sincerely, Sara readers! 

I am Tabitha, and I write over at a hundred tiny wishes. Sara has graciously allowed me to take over her blog for the day, and I am here to talk about some classic novels... and give you all a chance to win a nice little giveaway package. 

One might say that to be considered a classic novel, it must also be unanimously classified as a great literary creation. I disagree. I believe that classic novels are those that you are able to make a connection with, and after reading they have shaped you in such a way that you start to question the world around you. They are the ones that even fifty years after publication, people are still picking them up to read and falling in love with them all over again. Along with being able to stand the test of time, a classic novel must also be easily readable. Sure, there can be some parts that are just downright confusing, but for the general public, who are not English Lit majors, the novel itself should be at least at a 9th grade reading level. Today, I am sharing five of my favorite classic novels that I believe everyone should read at once in their lifetime.

1 | To Kill a Mockingbird (1960)

Harper Lee

A fixture on all high school reading lists, To Kill A Mockingbird is set in a small town in Alabama in the 1930s, and makes readers question their own humanity while the narrator, six-year-old “Scout”, explains southern racism from the eyes of a child.

2 | Of Mice & Men (1937)

John Steinbeck

In less than 200 pages, Steinbeck tells the story of mentally disabled Lennie and his best friend/ somewhat caretaker, George. Set in 1930s California, the two are migrant workers, who aspire to be more than "help".  The story focuses on loneliness, compassion, and

3 | The Great Gatsby (1925)

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Set in the Jazz age during prohibition, The Great Gatsby is about the wealthy Jay Gatsby, his long lost love, Daisy, and the extravagant parties that he throws in hopes to reunite with her. The book explores the world of social politics, resistance to change, and of course, the American dream.

4 | Pride & Prejudice (1813)

Jane Austen

Austen writes about Elizabeth Bennett, a lively, intelligent, twenty-year-old with four sisters, living in England, in the 19th century. The book puts a great deal of focus on manners, the fact that even though she does not want to, Elizabeth must adhere to certain societal expectations, and of course, putting pride and prejudice aside to succumb to love.

5 | Charlotte’s Web (1952)

E.B.White

A popular children's bedtime book, Charlotte's Web, details the relationship between a pig, Wilbur, and a barn spider, Charlotte. The story truly evokes magic, imagination, and child-like understanding, while exploring humanity, compassion, and love.

Along with having a passion for blogging, reading, and beauty, I operate an Etsy shop- tiny wishes designs- in which I sell hand painted glassware and jewelry. I am currently running a 30% off sale- just use code HAPPYSPRING -- and I bet you would find something that you love!

As a thank you for reading, I am giving you all a chance to win an item from my shop (winner's choice), a $10 gift card to Starbucks, AND $15 to Barnes & Nobles. Good luck & always say yes to the wine!

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Outfit: Sparkles & Scallops (With SheIn)

What is it about scalloped edges that are just so fun? You know when you see something online and your eye bug out like the heart eyes emoji and you just have to have it? That's what happened when I saw this SheIn dress. I love a classic LBD and the scallops add to the girly factor. 

This dress is a nice silky, stretchy material, but I wish it was shorter (or rather I wish I was taller). I don't mind that the hem hits at the knee, but based on the pictures I thought it was going to be an inch or two shorter. I should've known since models are so tall. 

**I received this dress for free. All opinions are my own.**

Dress: ℅ SheIn | Necklace: old | Belt: Anthropologie 

Tights: KushyFoot | Boots: via Poshmark | Druzy Ring: Simply Chic

Do you like scalloped edges?

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Review: Create Luv Ring

If you saw all the jewelry in my room, you'd see that I'm a bit of a ring hoarder. I'm always looking for new pretty pieces to add to my collection and this beautiful Luv Calm Ring is a new favorite. Let's talk about the reasons why: It's purple (you all know how much I love anything purple), the stone is amethyst, it's made of 14k gold vermeil, it's adjustable, and purchases at Luv help do good. 

Luv connects artists from all over the world, consumers, and charities in order to help support causes. With every purchase, Luv donates 50% of the profits to a charity of the buyer's choice (UNICEF, War Child, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada, Feed the Children, or Save the Children). So not only do you get a unique item, whether it's a ring or a candle or tea or a clutch, but your money goes to a great charity. Win-win!

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**I received this ring for free. All opinions are my own.**

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Outfit: Casual Glam

I was never the kind of person who got really into the holidays, but the past two years I've found it infectious. The lights, the singing, the family togetherness, the warm fuzzy feeling it creates. For me, it's not about the actual holiday (since I'm Jewish), but I really like that it represents all of those happy things. 

So I kind of like that this outfit has a casual holidays vibe.

To add to that holidays look, I of course had to put on some sparkle! This bracelet from Cait Johnson's Chloe & Isabel shop drew me in due to it's timeless and glamourous feel. It looks like something famous actresses wore on the red carpet in the 1930s. It catches the light so nicely! If you're looking for feminine and classic meets modern jewelry, I would recommend her shop. 

**I received this bracelet for free. All opinions are my own.**

Bracelet: ℅ Cait Johnson's Cloe & Isabel Boutique | Sweater: Modcloth {similar}

Dress: Forever 21 | Belt: thrifted | Tights: KushyFoot

Boots: Amazon | Bangle: Bauble Bar

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Sponsor Spotlight: Ink Print Art + Giveaway

Let's be real: gallery walls look wonderful, but they're hard to put together because you want art that goes together and that you like. If you've browsed Pinterest and decided you want your own gallery wall in your home, then you need to know about Ink Print Art. 

This shop sells cool art prints that come in a four pack. Yep, that's four prints for your gallery wall already! And all four are only $15!

I picked the NYC prints because I live in New York. These four prints (the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, the Flat Iron Building, and the Crysler Building) come on sturdy, matte paper and can be easily framed because they're 8x10. The shop also suggests using washi tape instead of frames, which is a fun idea if you rent and can't put holes in the wall. I liked the idea so much that I did that myself!

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Review: Teabox

**I received a box of Teabox for free. All opinions are my own.** 

Remember when I reviewed Tea Box Express? Well, I wanted to test out another tea subscription and just as I was thinking about it Teabox reached out to me. So, how are these two different and what is Teabox all about?

Tea Box Express is a cute subscription box that has both tea and goodies (like cookies, snacks, and small home accessories), whereas Teabox is a personalized tea subscription service that sends tea to you based on your preferences. It's a tea program that's for people who really, really love tea.  

If you are a classic tea lover who doesn't want all the bells and whistles, this is the box for you. Just tea all the time! My box came with three teas (Teabox Special Spring Darjeeling White, Runglee Rungliot Classic Spring Darjeeling Black, and Selim Hill Classic Spring Darjeeling Green) and a Teabox Ideal Teaspoon. All of the teas I received were light, flavorful, and delicious. 

Like a tea you get? You can buy all of them on their website! 

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What's your favorite tea?

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Sponsor Spotlight: Simply Chic Jewelry

Have you ever come across a shop on Etsy and felt like the pieces were made for you? For me, one of those shops is Simply Chic Jewelry! I'm seriously in love with every piece of jewelry being sold in Rachael's shop. I've always liked simple, classic, minimalist but colorful jewelry, and Simply Chic Jewelry fits the bill.  

The best part is Rachael makes all of the jewelry by hand and is always coming up with cool, fresh ideas (like these gemstone rings and these thin stacked rings). Because it's all handcrafted she has no problem customizing the jewelry. I was able to get this beautiful druzy ring with a cobalt stone and silver wire instead of the gold it showed online. If you're a fan of elegant jewelry, I would recommend this shop.

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Review: MEKU Sunglasses Case

**I received this product for free. All opinions are my own.**

Who knew a sunglasses case could be so fancy? I certainly didn't, but now my mind has been changed by this MEKU sunglasses case. Let me count the ways for why I'm obsessed with it:

1. It's handmade and made in the U.S. 
2. It's made from 100% genuine leather (it's so soft and supple!)
3. It's sturdy, so I know my glasses are secure
4. It's stylish (I love the shape and the magnetic clasp!)
5. The clasp is easy to open, but tough enough that it won't pop open if dropped.

I showed the case to my mom when it came in the mail and she loved it so much that she immediately bought one for herself. This MEKU sunglasses case looks so special that it makes me feel like I spent a lot of money on it when in reality it only costs $29.99. I also like that it comes in four beautiful colors: beige, black, brown (which is the one I got), and coffee. 

Would you get a fancy sunglasses case?

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