Description
Since 2004 the Wheel+Washwares have been a very important collection for Wilamina Wormwood. Her fragrance & botanical blends, specially formulated to pay homage to the seasons & celebrations for The Wheel of the Year, are thoughtfully chosen for what would be in season and traditionally used.
Now adding the Wickwares to the House of Wormwood’s Wheel+Wares, this complete Candle Set includes (8) Seasonal Celebration Wickwares for The Wheel of the Year and a booklet sharing some of Wilamina’s favorite ways to celebrate each holiday.
The House of Wormwood’s Wheel+Wickwares set makes the perfect gift for those who enjoy feeling more connected to the natural world.
I M B O L C – THE FIRE FESTIVAL
Lemon & Lime, Wildflower Honey, and Sparkling Ginger
From the darkness of winter the seeds of light and inspiration take root
and the Sun begins its accent back to dominance.
The chill of winter is still upon us, but the days are waking up.
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Light a candle to encourage the Sun’s return,
Sweep out the old to make room for the new,
Make Sun Wheels and Grain Dollies, Embrace another turn of The Wheel and your place in it,
Practice Enthusiasm + Get inspired and excited about something new, or renewed.
IMBOLC MOONS Storm moon + Chaste moon
O S T A R A – THE FESTIVAL OF THE BEGINNINGS OF FERTILITY
Black Jasmine, English Rose, Fresh Lilac, Honeysuckle, and Strawberry
The dawning of new growth and abundance and the celebration of all life
A beautiful time of the year, when every living thing starts to wake up from winter’s rest.
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Decorate wooden, or paper mache eggs (vegan)
Collect and decorate your home with wildflowers,
Plant an herb garden,
Practice Joy + Dance and Sing (even if you think you can’t.)
OSTARA MOONS – Seed moon + Green Grass moon
B E L T A N E – THE FERTILITY FESTIVAL
English Rose, Sweet Plums, Ripe Berries, Vanilla and Patchouli
Celebration of the union of the God & Goddess and a time of the year marking the return of the Sun
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Dance around the May Pole waving ribbons,
Enjoy bonfires safely with respect to nature,
Give neighbors and friends gifts of flowers,
Practice Love + Give someone a compliment, a hug, or patience.
BELTANE MOONS – Hare moon + Dyad moon
L I T H A – THE FIRST DAY OF SUMMER
Lemon Verbena, Rosemary, White Thyme, Cucumber, and Melon
Celebrates the longest day of the year and the mark of the sun at its zenith.
A time when the earth is recharged by the light of the sun.
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Harvest herbs in the garden,
Leave out food for the fairies, and water for the creatures,
Promote healing and love by helping others, including animals,
Practice Serenity – sit quietly in nature and breathe
LITHA MOON – Meade moon
L U G H N A S A D H – THE FIRST HARVEST FESTIVAL
Apples, Frankincense, Orange, Myrrh, Cinnamon, and Clove
Time to celebrate the honor of the wandering Sun
Known as the Festival of Breads
A time to celebrate the abundance of grains
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Weave corn dollies,
Make breads with corn & grains,
Visit orchards, lakes, fields, and wells,
Give something back to nature or the community, a little something goes a long way,
Practice Gratitude + Make a list of 5 things you are grateful for,
& put it on the front door to remember as you go into the world.
LUGHNASADH MOONS – Wyrt moon + Barley moon
M A B O N – THE SECOND HARVEST FESTIVAL
Pomegranate, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Patchouli and Vanilla
This is a time of Thanksgiving for a successful and bountiful harvest
The days become shorter and darker
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Meditation on the aspects of one’s life,
A time to be introspective and listen to yourself,
Take quiet walks and commune with the changes in nature,
Practice Resetting + Take time to reconnect with yourself
MABON MOONS – Harvest moon + Fruit moon
S A M H A I N – THE THIRD HARVEST FESTIVAL
Amberʼd Apple, Pear, Black Pumpkin, Ginger-cake, Cinnamon & Clove with Sacred Sage
Time at which the veil between worlds is very thin
A time to remember those who have crossed over
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Create Jack-o-lanterns to frighten away evil spirits,
Make masks & fanciful costumes,
Wassailing, Trick or Treating, Promenading in your finest get-up,
Leave plates of food out for the souls of the dead, and water for the creatures who may be in need,
Practice Reverence + Remember loved ones and take time to pay respect to those who have passed.
SAMHAIN MOONS – Blood moon + Wine moon
Y U L E – THE FESTIVAL OF MIDWINTER
Siberian Fir and Cedar, Pear, Apple, Cranberry and Fig, Cinnamon & Clove
The Winter Solstice
The return of the Sun’s lengthening days are also celebrated on this day
Traditional & Wilamina Wormwood’s CELEBRATION IDEAS
Decorate evergreen trees & bring the green inside,
Burn the Yule log & relax in front of the fire,
Make wreaths to symbolize the Wheel of the Year
Get wrapped up in blankets with your favorite cup of tea, book, or movie, and enjoy the long night,
Practice Patience + the light will soon return.
YULE MOONS – Snow moon + Oak moon + Long-night moon
WORMWOOD’S WICKWARES FORMULA
These hand-crafted tin travel candles are made with US grown Soy (hydrogenated oil) Wax & Cotton Wick. High quality cosmetic-grade essential and fragrance oils are thoughtfully blended for each seasonʼs signature scent, and accompany the Wheel+Washwares of the same name.
SHIPPING INFORMATION: Please note, Bundles, Boxes, and Soappe Satchels are shipped individually and are made-to-order so plan accordingly and let Wilamina know if this is intended as a gift.
In order to guarantee your gift will be delivered to the right place, there are (3) options:
1. Order each gift separately, as individual orders, and add the shipping address where appropriate,
(this is the fool-proof option and best during the busy holiday season)
2. If you are purchasing multiple items, please let Wilamina know what items are being shipped separately from your own address and write the recipient’s shipping address in the notes,
3. Send an email to Wilamina and let her know your gift plans.
A hand-crafted gift card will be enclosed.
Make sure to include your gift-card message in the notes and Wilamina will happily send along your tidings of cheer!
DISCLAIMER
The House of Wormwood’s Washwares & Wickwares are vegan, palm oil free, Phthalate free, and cruelty free. Reusable, recyclable, and compostable packaging are used. All recipes are handmade in small batches to insure quality and freshness. No two Soappe batches will look alike, therefore colors and patterns will vary in the bars of Soappe.
All products are for external use only.
Never leave burning candle unattended, especially when children or animals are present. Please note, some fragrances may be harmful to animals. Consult your veterinarian immediately if symptoms of lethargy are observed while using this, or any scented product.