I have shopped Ft. Gratiot Yankee Candle since they opened. Have enjoyed the staff always at this location. Have always burned the candles following the directions. Trimmed the wick to 1/8 inch and used the toppers with the candles. If ever a non-burning well candle, the staff always replaced with a smile...(was very very infrequent). I enjoyed shopping here; loved the displays and new scents. I feel so bad and disgusted that this store was closed! Now the closest store for us in this large area is one or two hours away. I don't understand what the corporate was thinking. It would be so good to find a new location in this area if being in Birchwood Mall was unacceptable. Please consider. I don't like shopping candles in the few department stores around; no friendly staff, no displays, not a great selection! read more