handknit & handmade

by Elise Lopez

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new installation

phytophilia

a knit and crocheted celebration of houseplants

on view at uncommon threads march 6-may 28, 2026

select pieces available for purchase


β™‘FEBRUARY DROP 2/6/26β™‘

Valentine's Day Collection
$20.00

This very special Valentine’s Day collection is poured in limited edition cherry-red crocks engraved with hearts and sweet expressions of love. Grab your favorite scent for a luxurious self-care treat, or surprise someone you love with a beautiful handmade gift.

Valentine’s Day Scents:

Eternal Oceans (ozone/sea salt/plum/sandalwood)

Midnight Jasmine (neroli/jasmine/powder/patchouli)

Saltwater Rose (rose/ozone/bergamot/patchouli)

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

Rich Persimmon
$18.50

Traditonally representing luck, prosperity, and longevity, persimmons are an important symbol in many cultures around the world. Poured to celebrate the coming lunar new year, I hope this rich and luxurious persimmon scent helps usher in some good vibes for the rest of the coming year.

Rich Persimmon features an earthly sweet persimmon scent balanced with the citrusy brightness of orange peel and citron, and warmed with the subtle spice of clove.

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

Crock Grow Kits: Sunflowers
$10.00

Keep the cycle of reuse going with a crock grow kit! Each kit contains everything you need to convert your empty crock candle into a mini sunflower garden. Super easy and fun, even if you don’t think you have a green thumb!

Kit contains:

2” plastic plant insert with drainage holes

wooden riser

non-gmo mammoth sunflower seeds

organic potting soil

wire plant marker + watering card

detailed planting and care instructions

bonus sunflower paper clip!

Crock candle sale

astrology collection, veladoras, and colorful crocks are almost sold out - grab the last of my stock at super sale prices!

Astrology Collection Candles
from $15.00

Limited Edition Astrology Collection features stamped designs in all 12 zodiac signs.

Earth (Capricorn, Taurus, Virgo): oud/tonka bean/amaretto/balsam

Air (Aquarius, Gemini, Libra): ozone/lemon/sage/eucalyptus/amber

Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius): bergamot/coconut/amber/vanilla

Water (Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio): sea salt/eucalyptus/marine/teakwood

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

Glass Crock Veladora "Prayer" Candles
from $18.00

Specially cleansed, ritually dressed with a handcrafted herb blend, and imbued with strong magickal intention. Choose between:

Crafters Comfort

Scent: grapefruit/bergamot/thyme/lavender

raise the vibrations of creativity and inspiration while increasing patience, self-confidence, and calm focus

Love Magnet

Scent: green leaves/pear/cinnamon/sandalwood

manifests abundant self-love and confidence; boost and attracts romantic love and general happiness

Harmonious Healing

Scent: peppercorn/coriander/sage/chamomile/balsam

manifest healing of mental and physical wounds, restore harmony, and promote lasting calm

Spiritual Safeguard

Scent: eucalyptus/rosemary/sage/cedar

powerfully protects and promotes peace while guarding against negative vibrationns

Protect & Purify

Scent: chamomile/pear/sage/rose/lavender/palo santo

purifies and cleanses both mental and physical spaces while promoting health, happiness, and positivity

Road Opener

Scent: sage/eucalyptus/orange peel/pine/moss

powerfully clears blockages to open roads of abundance and a steady flow of luck and success

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere glass yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

Colorful Crock Candles
Sale Price: $15.00 Original Price: $20.00

Limited edition colorful crocks!

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

Current scents:

Dry Gin Cocktail (juniper/red currant/cypress/cedar)

Island Paradise (pineapple/mango/coconut milk)

Rum Swizzle (pineapple/passionfruit/coconut/mango)

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

 

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