the founder and curator of 168 Candles Studio! I started this journey in my childhood home, an acreage on 168th road in Seward, Nebraska, with a simple love for cozy spaces, comforting scents, and the belief that there are 168 hours in a week—each one an opportunity to create moments of peace, joy, and intention. What began as a small passion project quickly became something much more meaningful: a way to help others slow down and enjoy the little things, one candle at a time. Every candle and product we create is hand-poured in small batches with care, using clean ingredients that you can feel good about bringing into your home.