Happy International Women’s Day!

Behind every candle is a team of dedicated people, many of them incredible women, who show up every single day with curiosity and thoughtful problem-solving. Women who lead with passion. Women who step in to support one another when opportunity outweighs the hours in the day. They care deeply about quality, about community, and especially about the customer experience.

Choosing to buy from a small business like Northern Lights is not just a transaction, it is a vote of confidence. It allows us to keep creating, keep investing in our communities, and keep brightening the world. For more than 47 years, you have been an important part of the Northern Lights story.

International Women’s Day reminds us that reaching 47 years of business isn’t accidental. Progress is built step by step, often through perseverance. I have the privilege of witnessing this drive every day, on the production floor, during sales calls and product development brainstorming sessions. I see it in leadership meetings and in the quiet, behind-the-scenes moments our customers may never see but always experience through the quality of our products.

Today, we celebrate the women who lead and create. We are reminded that strength often shows itself through adaptability, and that kindness and support are what allow all of us to glow a little brighter.

Thank you for believing in our mission to Brighten the World. In uncertain and defining times, that belief truly means everything.

PawsON candles are made using odor neutralizing technology that traps common pet smells and replaces them with aromatherapeutic fur-eshness. Available in four unique fragrances that are made with essential oils.

Introducing the pets who inspired us:

Grady

Loved by Tori - Director of Product Development

Grady is a rambunctious 2-year-old Australian shepherd. His hobbies include playing fetch, bounding through fluffy snow, hiking, and playing hockey in the driveway. Grady is a chewer; his favorite toy is a destroyed toy. When it comes to snacks, Grady is a pro at toddler clean up!

Wolverine (Bean Burrito)

Loved by Chelsie - 2D Design Coordinator

Wolverine is a 6-year-old mischievous tuxedo cat. His hobbies include jumping to the highest point in the room, wrestling with his brother, and following his humans around the house. He loves playing fetch with hair ties and beating up his raccoon kicker toy. Wolverine tries to steal most human foods but settles for cat treats. 

Dusty (Captain Dusty)

Loved by Katrina - Packaging Graphic Designer

Dusty is a spunky 4-year-old Netherland dwarf rabbit. His favorite toy is toilet paper rolls, which he loves to pick up and thrash around. Dusty loves snacking on bananas and being chased around the living room. If you scratch Dusty on his cheeks, he lifts up his foot!

Tucker (Doodie)

Loved by Alicia - Director of Sales

Tucker is a loyal 10-year-old golden retriever. He enjoys hanging out in the yard on a summer day. Tucker loves to show off his toys to anyone around. His favorite toy is a bear named Bluey. Tucker loves holding his own leash and taking himself for walks!

Dahlia (Diddles)

Loved by Susan - Marketing Graphic Designer

Dahlia is a snuggly 13-year-old tabby cat. Her favorite toys are pom poms and pipe cleaners, which she loves to throw around and bury underneath pillows in the middle of the night. Dahlia once took care of a peacock egg and befriended him when he hatched!

Ollie (Ollard McDogBoi)

Loved by MacKenna - Packaging Graphic Designer

Ollie is an affectionate 3-year-old boxer dog. His hobbies include being outside, playing with his frisbee, and finding a good stick. His favorite food is anything chicken. Ollie happens to be a bionic boy. He has a pacemaker!

 

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