The freezing temperatures and shorter days have the Georgia Crafted Peaches craving all things cozy. When we want to make our homes feel (and smell) warm and inviting, we reach for a Jack Be Nimble candle. 

Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Paul “Jack” Bruschi, a former professional ballet dancer and founder of Jack Be Nimble candles. 

In 2008, Paul founded Jack Be Nimble after being dissatisfied with run-of-the-mill, low-quality candles offered in stores. 

“I decided I was tired of buying candles that smelled great in the store just to get them home, and they lost their smell after a couple of burns. I knew there had to be a better way.”

With that, Paul began crafting his own signature formula that would later be the foundation for all Jack Be Nimble candles. 

 “I started experimenting and a year later, I felt I had the formula that would make a candle that smelled amazing from start to finish.  Jack Be Nimble was born and I still use that same formula today in all our candles.”

Jack Be Nimble upholds an unwavering commitment to quality that you won’t find in big box store candles. Hand-poured in batches of 12 in their Atlanta studio, all Jack Be Nimble candles are made using American grown soy wax, all-natural cotton wicks & fine fragrance oils. Plus, each candle has a clean burn time of 50+ hours.

When it comes to the divine smell of each Jack Be Nimble candle, Paul is inspired by smells that ignite nostalgia, like his fond memories of his childhood in Georgia, and his devoted customer base.

“I love developing scents that are nostalgic in some way and recall some pleasant memory from your past. Many of our scents, like Georgia On My Mind, come from things I remember from my childhood growing up in Georgia. Other scent ideas come from our amazing customers who ask if we can make a candle that smells like this or that.”

After coming up with another scent, the real work begins, as the process for creating a new candle scent can take up to a year.

“When I do come up with an idea, it usually takes up to a year to fully develop and test the scent.”

After twirling the top off of any Jack Be Nimble candle, you’ll find yourself inhaling deep and smiling as you breathe in each cozy note. Even before lighting one of these beautiful candles, Paul wants the scents to bring happiness to anyone who smells them.

“I really want the scents to bring a smile to someone’s face. I see it when people pick up a scent and smell it for the first time. Whether the smell reminds them of Christmas morning at their grandmother’s house or a relaxing day at the spa, I want them to make people happy.

With scents like Rustic, Harvest, Nutmeg & Ginger, and Georgia On My Mind, a Jack Be Nimble candle is the perfect way to bring folks together at every gathering. 

As the holiday season gears up, we couldn’t help but ask Paul some of his best entertaining tips. His answer: simplicity is key.

“I say keep it simple. You can’t have fun if you are working the entire time your guests are with you. Prep or buy your food and beverages ahead of time, light your Jack Be Nimble candles 2-3 hours before your party starts, and then relax and enjoy your family or friends.”

What’s Paul’s suggested host or hostess gift to bring along with you to every gathering this holiday season? Give a more thoughtful “Thank You” to your host(s) by choosing a Jack Be Nimble candle. 

“So many people are tired of giving a bottle of wine and are turning to unique gifts like our candles. Candles are a more personal gift and I always think including a handwritten note with the candle is a nice touch.”

Finally, as a Georgia native, Paul has had ample opportunity to explore the Peach State. His favorite Explore Georgia adventure? Visiting old houses that have a unique history to share and provide inspiration for his candles.

“I love exploring old homes whether in South Georgia, the Coast, or the Georgia mountains.  Old homes remind me of my youth and I get lots of inspiration for candles by visiting historic places or homes around the State.”

As the Georgia Crafted Peaches settle in for chilly season in Georgia, you can rest assured that we have a Jack Be Nimble candle lit to warm our homes and our hearts with every sniff.

If you want to bring the cozy feeling from lighting a Jack Be Nimble candle into your home, shop our entire collection here. 

It’s Pumpkin Spice season, y’all!

Well, the cold front folks kept telling us about finally made its way to the Peach State which means we’re ready to wear blanket scarves, sweaters, and duck boots while sipping on a delicious pumpkin spice latte.

That’s right! Pumpkin Spice is back and it’s here to stay. Honestly, your Georgia Crafted Peaches don’t care how “basic” people call it. We LOVE our Pumpkin Spice.

That’s why we have curated our Limited-Edition Pumpkin Spice gift box for all the obsessed PSL lovers like us.

This gift box includes everything a Pumpkin Spice lover needs to get through Autumn 2019 including soap, coffee, and a mug to show your PSL love.

You'll Love This A (Pumpkin Spice) Latte

Perky Moose Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix

This box includes a package of Perky Moose Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix, which is the perfect blend of creamy pumpkin, fragrant spices, and the best hint of vanilla. Plus, you can save your bucks and have enough Pumpkin Spice to last you through the whole season instead of grabbing one Venti.

Caffeine and Pumpkin Spice, Please

Jumpin Goat Pumpkin Spice Coffee

Forget about spending your hard-earned bucks at that Star place! With this bag of Jumpin Goat Pumpkin Spice Coffee, you can make your own delicious brew that you can feel good about. Instead of supporting a big corporation, you can support local artisans and the local Georgia economy, all with your daily cup of Pumpkin Spice coffee.

Oh My Gourd! Pumpkin Spice Soap

Belham & Co Pumpkin Spice Soap

Now you can stop and smell the Pumpkin Spice every time you wash your hands! Belham & Co Pumpkin Spice soap is the answer to all of your pumpkin spice prayers. One of a kind, with tons of delicious pumpkin scent, a bit of sweetness and a bit of spice, this soap contains real pumpkin puree for a hint of natural color, scent, and skin-loving beta-carotene.

Give 'Em Pumpkin to Talk About

Sweet Goldie Bee Pumpkin Everything Campfire Mug

If you want to take your PSL to the next level, show your love for “everything pumpkin” with this adorable campfire mug. Hand-lettered and cut into waterproof, permanent vinyl, this mug is the PERFECT cup to sip your Pumpkin Spice out of every morning. We promise it’s ready for your Instagram feed. Just add a comfy sweater and a quote about Fall for a caption. 

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

If you love Pumpkin Spice (or know someone who’s obsessed with everything pumpkin), order our Limited-Edition Pumpkin Spice gift box. We only have a limited quantity so add a little bit of Pumpkin Spice to your life and order this gift box TODAY.

We’re starting our days off with sweater weather which means that Fall has made its way to the Peach State, y’all!

A new season means bringing new flavors and scents into your home and we’ve got the Georgia-made products to help you do just that.

Whether you’re cooking up quick dinners after football practice or just want your yearly pumpkin spice fix, here’s your ultimate list of essentials to make sure your pantry is stocked and ready for Autumn.  

Caffeine for Early Mornings

Cooler temperatures = actually wanting to grab a hot drink in the morning.

Forget the Star that’s on every corner! For all of the Pumpkin Spice lovers out there, we have a Georgia-made coffee that’s ready to be brewed right from home.

Perky Moose Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix is the perfect blend of creamy pumpkin, fragrant spices, and the best hint of vanilla. Plus, you can save your bucks and have enough Pumpkin Spice to last you through the whole season instead of grabbing one Venti.

If Pumpkin Spice Lattes aren’t your style, you can have a different flavor of fall with Jumping Goat Coffee’s Southern Pecan blend. With the smooth finish of Georgia-grown roasted pecans, this coffee is like pecan pie in a cup, and you won’t have to wait until Thanksgiving to enjoy it.

Easy Dinners After Practice

As soon as the first leaf touches the ground, we’re ready to scream, “TOUCHDOWN!” If you’re trekking your kids to football and cheerleading practice three times a week, you need Dinner Tonight! Seasonings to help you make easy meals for hungry athletes.

With plenty of variety and multiple recipes that come in each box, even picky eaters LOVE their Black Bean Tortilla Chili, Burger, and White Bean Chili mixes.

Did we mention they can be on the table in thirty minutes or less? Easy, quick, and delicious, that’s a successful play in our book!

Delicious Seasonings with Fall Flair

Fall is not a dull season by any means. Make your dishes as colorful with flavor as the leaves outside by adding delicious seasonings from Beautiful Briny Sea to your pantry.

The new season brings late nights around the campfire with good friends.

Beautiful Briny Sea’s Campfire Sea Salt is the perfect complement to these wonderful times filled with fun and food. Smoked sea salt, cumin, and ancho chili add the same amount of warmth as those crackling logs to any dish that needs to be kicked up a notch.

To put a little kapow into your next meal, grab Flavor of Georgia 2019 Award Winner Gunpowder Salt out of your spice arsenal.

Gunpowder Salt includes Hawaiian volcanic salt with chipotle, black pepper, garlic, onion, sumac and more, the tangy spice mix has a mineral clean finish with smoky, residual heat. This seasoning goes especially well with grilled meats, fried foods, barbecue or any foods lacking deliciousness.

Finally, to add a little sweet to the heat that just won’t leave, Beautiful Briny Sea’s Mexican Chocolate Sugar is the PERFECT garnish for all of your warm fall drinks.

Made with heady spices like cinnamon and allspice, this cacao-sprinkled sugar will amp up the flavor of all of your favorite seasonal drinks, from Pumpkin Spice to Chai lattes.

It’s Harvest Time: Georgia-Grown In-Season Oils

To take your fall recipes from mediocre to gourmet, grab Georgia-grown oils that are bottled right on the farm. Oliver Farms Pecan and Sunflower oils are ready for you to use in all of your dishes this season.

Their Pecan oil has a light, buttery, slightly nutty taste and has numerous health benefits. This delicious gift from Mother Nature contains more than 19 vitamins and minerals and has a low 7% saturated fat content.

Low in saturated fat as well and high in Vitamin E, Oliver Farms Sunflower Oil has a bold, rich flavor with a color as gold as the flowers from which it came.

Both of these versatile oils are great for dips, dressings, sautéing vegetables, and frying with.

A Fall Favorite: A Variety of Pesto for Pasta

Who doesn’t love pasta after a long day in the cool Fall air?

Bella Cucina’s handcrafted pesto are the perfect addition to your pantry when you need some comfort food. Their varieties include Fresh Basil, Sundried Tomato, and Kale Parmesan, just to name a few.

Each jar is filled with only the finest ingredients that are ready to be served to even the pickiest eaters. We promise everyone will think you’re a professional chef making fresh pesto from scratch, y’all!

Happy Fall, Y'all!

Now, you’re ready to welcome Fall with open arms and cannonball into the biggest pile of crisp leaves ever.

Shop all of our Autumn essentials here and HAPPY FALL, Y’ALL!