Alecia Myers / La Petite Bougie / Youngsville

I make hand poured soy candles, wax melts, car diffusers and room sprays. Basically I make your house and cars smell magical. 

Part time or full: 

I am currently working part time by myself. 

One thing people probably don't realize about what I do: 

It's Science! There is a lot more to it then just melting some wax down and throwing in fragrance oil. It has taken years to perfect a perfect combo of wax, wick, container, and scent.

Favorite color: 

Lately I've really been into that Halloweenie neon green... or as I would call it, Beetlejuice Green

Favorite self care activity:

My newest hobby is thrifting doll houses and remodeling them into spooky little haunted mansions. 

Favorite way to spend free time:

I love spending time with my Partner Jen and our pack of dogs. We like to cuddle up with everyone in the bed and binge on Netflix.

Hardest part lately of running your business / creating:

Lately the biggest obstacle has been obtaining my supplies. The prices on goods have gone up drastically and its creating a lot of problems not just for myself but lots of other small candle companies.

Favorite part of being the BOSS lately:

Being able to work all the odd hours I want! I have been a real night owl lately and It's nice being able to set your own schedule.

One way I fight creative burnout is:

Taking breaks when I can feel myself burning out. Sometimes you have to step away and clear your head. 

Follow along:

Currently I am working on a website so stay tuned for that in the very near future. My facebook was recently hacked and I lost access to my long running business page so I am looking to find a more controlled platform. 

Shop my work:

My Etsy  or you can make an appointment to come out and shop in person at the Candle Cottage in Youngsville!