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3 Gift Ideas from a Woman-Owned Business This Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of women who paved the way for generations to come. It's also a beautiful opportunity to recognize the phenomenal women in your own life – the ones who inspire you, support you, and make the world a brighter place.

At Scented Designs Candle Co, a woman-owned business passionate about empowering others, we believe a thoughtful gift can speak volumes. So, ditch the generic flowers and skip the impersonal gift cards. This year, give the gift of self-care, inspiration, and connection with these unique present ideas made especially for the women in your life.

February 27, 2024 — Kate De Palma
Why We're Crushing on Our Gal Pals This Galentine's Day

Why We're Crushing on Our Gal Pals This Galentine's Day

Hey fabulous friends! 🎉 Let's throw some confetti and pop the bubbly because Galentine's Day is almost here, and as a woman owned business who is constantly being lifted up by other women, we're all about celebrating the phenomenal power of female friendships!

Here are 5 reasons why we're head over heels for our gal pals + 3 fabulous gift ideas for them brought to you exclusively by our female-led business, Scented Designs Candle Co.

February 01, 2024 — Kate De Palma
Gifting with Gratitude: Candle Gift Sets for Mindfulness

Gifting with Gratitude: Candle Gift Sets for Mindfulness

Hi there, and welcome to Scented Designs! We are a clean-crafted candle company based in San Jose, California, and we are so excited to let you in on a little secret that's been in the works behind the scenes for the last month or so. 

Are you ready...? Here it is: 

We have proudly partnered up with a fellow female-owned business, also located in California - Gratitude Blooming - and we couldn't be more excited to bring you a special candle collaboration + some special candle gift sets for Mother's Day and beyond

9 Ways for Women to Empower Women

9 Ways for Women to Empower Women

Women supporting other women is a powerful force that has the potential to create positive change in the world. Here at Scented Designs, I can say with 100% certainty that we would not be where we are as a small business if not for the way we've been empowered by other women.

This Women's History Month, we wanted to pause for a moment and consider this phenomenon of female empowerment and why it matters so much. 

While there are many ways to support other women, here are 9 Ways that Women Can Empower Other Women and really make a difference:

March 06, 2023 — Kate De Palma
7 Gift Ideas for Womens Month

7 Gift Ideas for Womens Month

Have you ever thought about Women's History Month as a time for gift-giving? Giving gifts during Women's Month can be a way to celebrate and honor the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. It can also be a way to show support and solidarity with the ongoing fight for gender equality.

While giving gifts during March certainly isn't expected, it can certainly be a powerful gesture, whether you're an individual or a business owner.

 Not sure what kind of gifts will make an impact during Women's Month?

To help you out, we've compiled a list of 8 Gift Ideas to Celebrate Women's History Month and honor the women in your life:

March 03, 2023 — Kate De Palma
7 Reasons to Support Woman Owned Businesses

7 Reasons to Support Woman Owned Businesses

Welcome to Scented Designs, a woman owned business in California, proudly operating since 2016 and continuing to grow every year!

I am Kate and I'm a former educator-turned-entrepreneur, the founder and owner of Scented Designs. I'm so excited you're here!

It's the end of February as I write this, which means International Women's Day and Women's Month are just around the corner! With that in mind, today's topic female owned businesses, specifically 7 Reasons Why You Should Support Women Owned Businesses every day (not just Women's Day!).

February 22, 2023 — Kate De Palma
5 Reasons to Shop Wholesale Candles with Scented Designs

5 Reasons to Shop Wholesale Candles with Scented Designs

Hello! Are you a retailer of a brick-and-mortar shop or of an online boutique? Are you looking for wholesale candles for resale? Are you hoping to find the perfect high-quality soy candle to add to your already-lovely-I'm-sure collection of goods? If so, you've definitely come to the right place!

Here are 5 Reasons to Shop Wholesale Candles from our women-owned business!