Hephaestus

Maple + Embers + Smoke

Gourmand

Woody

$24.00

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Size 8.5 oz 4 oz

Quantity

Fragrance Notes

Top: Maple, Saffron, Clove

Middle: Incense, Vetiver, Sandalwood

Base: Smoke, Embers, Patchouli

Burn Time

When burned responsibly, our 8.5 oz soy candles have a burn time over 40 hours and 4 oz candles have a burn time of 16-24 hours.

Who is Hephaestus?

Hephaestus, the Greek god of fire and craftsmanship, is the divine artisan whose forge lights up Mount Olympus. Known for his unmatched skill in metalworking, Hephaestus forged the armor of Achilles, the thunderbolts of Zeus, and countless other wonders that blend strength with intricate beauty. Despite his lameness and a tumultuous relationship with the gods, he was married to the goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite—a union that, while seemingly mismatched, tells a deeper tale of divine irony and complexity.

In one famous myth, Hephaestus discovered Aphrodite’s affair with Ares, the god of war. With cleverness befitting the master craftsman, Hephaestus created an unbreakable net to catch the lovers in the act, exposing their betrayal to the other gods. This myth highlights both his ingenuity and the emotional depths beneath his rough exterior. Hephaestus’s marriage to Aphrodite, like his creations, reveals the interplay of opposites—strength and beauty, love and betrayal, fire and resilience. In the end, Hephaestus stands as a symbol of perseverance, creativity, and the enduring spirit of the artisan, capable of shaping even the most challenging materials into something remarkable.

Unleash your inner blacksmith! Our Hephaestus evokes the feeling of sitting around a bonfire with good friends. The sweet scent of maple sugar opens the fragrance, mingling with charred embers, smoke, and a hint of clove to cut the sweetness. The scent finishes with woody-green notes of sandalwood, patchouli, and vetiver, reminiscent of a stack of firewood beside a small cabin. While this candle is perfectly at home in autumn and summer, it transitions seamlessly into a Yule log or fireside holiday scent for the colder months.

Hephaestus, the god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship, is known for his skillful hands and unyielding dedication to his craft. As the divine blacksmith, Hephaestus forged the weapons of the gods. Inspired by the warmth and power of his forge, our Hephaestus candle captures the essence of his rugged strength and creative spirit, imbuing your home with a sense of fiery passion.

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