Lifestyle
Planting a Bee-Friendly Garden for Pollinator Week
Did you know that bees, like the rest of us, have favorite flowers? It’s true! They choose their favorites pretty much the same way we do: by which flowers are the brightest and the sweetest-smelling. This attracts them to flowers like bluebonnets, dandelions, and daisies. Unfortunately, bees are in trouble, due to widespread pesticide use…
Are Scented Candles Toxic?
There’s nothing like hitting a wall of seasonal scents when walking into a store like Yankee Candle – whether you love it or hate it, the experience is sure to leave an impression. But are these scented candles toxic? We’re asked that question often. We’re also asked why we don’t add scents to our beeswax…
Want to Reuse Beeswax? Recycle It Instead!
You can reuse beeswax scraps, or you can recycle the beeswax, giving it new life as recycled beeswax candles that are donated to charitable organizations. It’s a win, win, WIN for our bee friends, the environment, and our community. Here’s how it works: Those of us who are part of the natural bee product industry…
Pure Beeswax vs. Organic Beeswax
How is pure beeswax different from organic beeswax? We’re asked this question all the time. The answer is important, and it also relates to pure honey versus organic honey, so listen up: When you’re into health and wellness, looking for certified organic products can be a great way to ensure that what you’re consuming (or…
Imported Beeswax: The Hidden Dangers
Imported beeswax has been tapped to help fill consumers’ growing appetite for beeswax products. But just as with honey, its cousin product, not all beeswax is what it appears to be. Imported beeswax, in particular, can contain damaging impurities and dangerous toxins. But because the industry is vastly unregulated, it’s nearly impossible for those outside…
Stories from the Hive: Sarah Sheppard and the Bee Mural
If you’ve ever visited us in Dripping Springs, you’ve probably noticed the mural on our wall, hand painted in our retail space between the honey display and the pillar candles. People who come in will often remark on it (after they’ve had a chance to mention how great everything smells), and our reply is always…
