THE SJS HOMEMADE JOURNAL · EVANSVILLE, IN
Local stories.
Lasting warmth.
From the concrete workbench to your favorite corner of home. Ideas for living, gifting, and shopping a little more locally.
01THE MAKER’S GUIDE · 10 min read
How to make concrete candles: a guide to casting, sealing, and testing your jars
A step-by-step concrete candle guide: cast your jar, cure it, apply a candle-vessel sealer, check for water leaks, pour wax, and burn-test.
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02SHOP LOCAL · 4 min read
Handmade candles in Evansville: a little warmth, made close to home
Discover SJS Homemade candles made in Evansville, reusable concrete vessels, and free local delivery on orders of $20 or more.
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03CONCRETE & HOME · 4 min read
After the last burn: five ways to reuse your concrete candle vessel
Turn a cleaned concrete candle vessel into a catchall, desk organizer, décor piece, or planter with these practical ideas from SJS Homemade.
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04FRAGRANCE & SEASONS · 3 min read
Bring fall home in Evansville with an Apple Cinnamon candle
Create a cozy fall corner with SJS Homemade’s 10 oz. Apple Cinnamon concrete candle, handmade in Evansville and listed at $15.
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05GIFTING LOCAL · 4 min read
A locally made gift in Evansville: choosing a candle with character
Choose a thoughtful Evansville-made candle gift by considering fragrance, concrete vessel style, and local delivery from SJS Homemade.
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Bring a little River City home.
Free local delivery in Evansville on orders of $20 or more.
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