My Bestie and I were looking for something fun and crafty to do and came along Candle Chemistry! We…read morehad no idea what to expect but this is definitely my new favorite girls night activity! The staff members were so kind and walked us through the whole process and helped with suggesting scents too! Who knew so many scents existed!? They have an entire wall full of candles to smell so you can craft your own custom candle. Once you select your scents you will pick out a jar then get to mixing your oils to craft the perfect candle smell! The candle was ready a few hours later and it smells so good!! Xo -BB

Such an amazing experience, and I can't wait to go back after my products run out!…read more I called ahead to see if this place required reservations, but they are walk‑in ONLY. I got there first thing in the morning with my mom and aunt to get started. We arrived on a Friday and parking was PACKED. We ended up finding a spot in a nearby lot, so if you have a certain time you want to arrive, make sure you factor in parking. Anyway, we made our way into the building, and a nice lady told us we could sit anywhere we wanted and gave us the rundown. You're able to make an array of items. We ended up making car fresheners, perfumes, lotions, and candles. You start off by picking your favorite scents and combinations. If you're anything like me and my mom, we are very indecisive, luckily they help you pick out scents and combinations they think you'll like. Seriously amazing staff! They were so patient with us to make sure we got the scent we loved. Overall, the process took about an hour, and depending on what you make, you'll have to come back after 3 -4 hours to pick up your items. When we came back around late noon, it was packed, so I definitely don't recommend coming at that time. Definitely go early in the morning or maybe a couple hours before they close. The prices weren't overly expensive at all. I can't remember the exact total, but I think I got around three items and only paid about $70. Either way, if I have more family coming in from out of town or just want a fun place to go with friends, I can definitely see myself coming back

Our Football Boosters just did a fundraiser with Shaila and it was the easiest thing ever! The…read morecandles sell themselves and Shaila made the entire process successful for us! Can't wait to do it again in a couple months!

From the owner: Gold Canyon uses food-grade paraffin wax that does not contain genetically modified (GM or GMO)…read morematerial. All our wicks are made in the USA and feature a "safety collar" so that the wick will self-extinguish when it burns down to the last quarter of an inch, which prevents broken glass and spilt wax. You can shop online at shailaodell.mygc.com or come to my candle room and shop.

I came here and instantly fell in love with this local candle shop. One of the owners was the one…read morethat was working and he was very helpful. He guided me towards the scents I would like. My favorite scent was "Grandpa's Flannel" He shared that he was in the process of releasing a car diffuser. Prices were reasonable and great gift idea! I recommend stopping here next time your day brings you to the fun shopping area of Old Town Scottsdale.

From the owner: The Candle Company has transitioned to new ownership and is now part of Noir Blanc Candle Company.read more

Did a night tour with a friend. This house, its story and the treasures it houses were colorful and…read morefascinating. I don't want to give anything away that my photos didn't already reveal. You owe it to yourself to do a tour. The gift shop/cottage houses more of the properties treasures: lavender inspired home, bath, and body products. I'm coming back to take a soap making class.

I've always assumed a celebrity once lived here, but it turns out that's far from the truth. The…read morereal history was nothing like I expected. I won't give it away--you'll have to go on the tour yourself. Upon arrival, there's free parking on the premises in a designated grassy area. John was a great tour guide--nice, informative, and absolutely hilarious! There were a few places we couldn't see that I personally would've loved to explore, such as the hidden rooms behind the doors and the son's room upstairs. Due to time, those areas weren't included, which was a bit of a bummer. Overall, though, the tour was enjoyable. Since the place was built in the '80s, there aren't really any ghost stories--probably because in the '80s the only ghosts people talked about were the Ghostbusters. The property definitely needs a bit of love. The carpets need cleaning, and the whole place could use a refresh to bring back that '80s charm instead of feeling more like the '50s. I did love the artwork throughout, especially the stair rails, doors, and mural. A small on-site café or coffee spot would be amazing--there's so much potential here to elevate the experience, especially if they plan to maintain it as historic grounds. They no longer host weddings here, which is disappointing since I remember driving by years ago and seeing celebrations happening on the property. Overall, the tour is worth the price and definitely something to check out for yourself. Drink your coffee before you go! And remember: don't touch anything on the tour. It's always embarrassing when the guide has to remind everyone because of that one person who just can't follow the rules. Sheesh! Why is there always that one human?‍ The kitchen was definitely a 80s kitchen. In any case, I recommend checking it out if you're a history buff or just simply need something to do. Tours are held on the weekends in 3 sessions... check their site and get your tickets online. (Subject to change) Tell John that you heard it here! Btw... There's a cute gift shop on premises that sells lavender soaps and trinkets. They also sell sugar cookies and soda No coffee on the premises at all!

Darling boutique, filled with the cutest clothes, gifts, specialty and unique items. Run by the…read morenicest family members... Best kept secret.. You must check it out! I

Great boutique shop with lots of fun gifts. I especially like the tea selection. Unique items for…read morethe hard to buy for - or treat yourself!

Cute store with lots of options within candles, kitchen tea towels and farmhouse themed decor. Not…read moresure if they decorate for the big holidays but I'd love to come back and see!

Beautiful store with some amazing home decor including items for the kitchen. Service was friendly…read more Unfortunately for me however the smell was so overpowering and overwhelming I didn't spend as much time as I'd of liked inside. Not sure if it was all the candles avail or some kind of intense. So if you have a sensitive nose or headache prone this may not suit you. Again, a lovely store though.

Such a gem! Great items well priced on clearance outside and so many cute fun and beautiful items…read moreinside. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff. Clean and well organized. Something for everyone!! There is a Discount Tire right in front so if you need your tires done do them at this location so you can shop here while you wait. There's also an Amazing Jake's in the same center so you can run away while the kids are playing there and get some retail therapy!!

Staff is super helpful and friendly and it's the Best place to shop for gifts!! Love the rustic…read morehutch!

This place is home decor GOLD! It was totally worth my long drive out to Gilbert simply for the…read moreprices alone. They have lots of large items like furniture, lighting, rugs etc at discounted rates, around 50% off regular retail. It's somewhat easy to miss since it's nestled between other business buildings but once itself it's quite large. During my visit I ended up with just a candle but I'd definitely stop here next time I need new funiture. I know they will hold items for you but they do not offer delivery so make sure to make your own arrangements.

Made a quick run again to grab a few things for our bathroom. Check out was a totally different…read moreexperience from the last time. I purchased a mirror and didn't even ask about bubble wrap, I knew where the self service station was. She said give me just a quick second I'm going to wrap it for you. I looked up a bit surprised and said thank you. She packaged all my items so nicely. The only problem this time was I didn't get her name. An extra sale on top of outlet prices made it a decent deal!! Thanks again lady with the beautiful platinum blonde hair.

Light + Bark is such a cute addition to Old Town, and I especially love their commitment to…read moresupporting rescue dogs! We were in town for my brother's ASU graduation, which happened to fall on Mother's Day weekend. I was searching for Mother's Day activities that didn't involve food (so much of the graduation festivities were ALL about food), and I came across Light + Bark. I decided to book a candle pouring reservation for our group of seven, and was grateful they still had availability on such a busy weekend. I've done candle pouring before, and it's been more of a private experience, where we had the space to ourselves. Light + Bark has a bit different of a layout ... the candle pouring takes place right in the middle of the shop, and felt a bit crowded at times for a larger group like ours. Even still, the instructors made us feel welcome, and encouraged us as we selected our scents! They even had free mimosas for Mother's Day, which was such a thoughtful touch to make moms feel special. The scent selection is expansive, and we especially loved the desert-themed collection. We felt the pricing was fair for the experience as well ... it's $38 for a small vessel, $48 for a medium vessel, and $58 for a large vessel. We ended up getting really into the scent mixing process, and had a great time smelling everyone's final products! The candles take two hours to set, and then you can pick them up at your convenience during regular shop hours. I'd definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a unique way to celebrate, and you could absolutely pair your experience with brunch reservations elsewhere in Old Town.

We loved this as an activity on a bachelorette! Incredible scents and the staff was so sweet.read more

Needed some travel sized Paraffin Hand Cream for my trip as the air was very dry here in AZ. I…read moreusually use this cream at home so I picked up some. The store isn't as huge but had the main scents available. I was also able to use my free travel sized coupon plus they had the cream in stock. Sometimes the stores run out so luckily this location had it in stock. The mall is in a nice area & street parking is accessible. Associates are pleasant & the store was clean & with a bright, cheerful vibe.

This store is super stocked, very clean, there are always new scents & products to try, & the…read moreemployees here are very engaging with the customers. If a product is not on the shelf, they are quick to check their inventory for more products. I love the holiday & Semi-Annual sales & am constantly amazed at finding rare scents & products, plus some that have come back from "retirement". Also, being a rewards member here is great because there are fantastic offers. Thank you B&BW for being my happy place!