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If you love the smell of coffee... ... you are not alone!  But WHY do we love it? According to science, it’s because coffee contains molecules for almost every attractive scent, including sweet, spicy, fruity, floral, and smoky.  Plus it energizes us and let's be honest, there is nothing more inviting and comforting than conversations over coffee. How many of us schedule coffee shop meetings to not only sip a delightful hot beverage but also to revel in the smell of it? Because we love it too, The Rustic House now has three coffee themed scents.  Java, Pumpkin Chai and now...

Scent is Personal If you've been a fan of The Rustic House candles for any length of time, you are likely familiar with our Signature Scent.  But, do you know how the scent originated?  Our sense of smell is closely linked with memory, probably more so than any of our other senses. So when our founder, Emily, started The Rustic House candle company, she knew exactly what she wanted as her first scent. All based on a powerful memory. As a teenager, Emily’s father purchased a special gift for her after her mother’s death. As a father trying to connect in a difficult time,...

The This Little Light Project has always been the heartbeat of The Rustic House; we strive to give back to the world, no matter how big or small the contribution. With our 2020 Practice In Action Service Trip just weeks away, we wanted to share what we plan to achieve with Rising Minds.

The Rustic House was recently featured on the Co.Starters Website!  Co.Starters is a Chattanooga-based company that helps start-ups reach full potential.  The following was written about The Rustic House: "The Rustic House specializes in luxury, soy-based candles. Each dye-free candle is made with sustainable wax, high quality oils and 100% cotton wicks. Because the candles burn cleanly, a large scent throw is distributed throughout any space. The Rustic House isn’t just about producing high-quality, soy-based, candles; they want to evoke emotions and memories through scent. Use the discount code COSTARTERGIFT18 for 20% off." View the full article here.  Need a quick holiday gift idea for...