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Hi, I’m Kristy
A best-selling author, columnist for Willow and Sage magazine, and contributing expert at The Herbal Academy. I founded Life-n-Reflection to establish a hands-on resource for simple living to transform your everyday.
And I’ve been writing and sharing creative projects and tips from my country home ever since!
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Creative Candles Made Simple
If you’ve made candles before without success or always wanted to, it’s time you became the candle maker you’ve longed to be. I’m here to help you every step of the way, with 100+ pages to learn the art of candle making, refining and evolving your skills with each finished project!
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Apple Sage Scented Candles
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How To Make A Match Jar With Striker
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I’m Kristy
A best-selling author, columnist for Willow and Sage magazine, and contributing expert at The Herbal Academy. I founded Life-n-Reflection to establish a hands-on resource for simple living to transform your everyday. Read more…