Meet Alexis Smith, founder of Gold + Ivy Candles. Growing up in South Jersey, creating has always been a true passion of hers. Alexis decided to follow her creative heart and enroll in college for graphic design; however, she quickly realized that staring at a screen for hours each day was not her cup of tea. So, she decided to take a semester off and get as creative as her budget would allow. She tried everything from macramé wall hangings to hand lettered signs…even cement planters! A self-proclaimed candle addict, she thought one day that maybe she’d throw candle making into the mix as well…and after a lot of research (and trial and error), Gold + Ivy was born!

These candles are hand poured in Nashville, TN and are carefully crafted using non-toxic ingredients—something that was extremely important to Alexis after seeing just how many harmful carcinogens are in most candles. Her graphic design background also came in handy when creating the overall minimalistic look for her candles; add in unique scent combinations like oak moss, brandy or pecan or your traditional scents like apple, vanilla, and cinnamon and you’ve got a recipe to transform any room into an intimate space of relaxation and comfort.