Great gift idea- VellaBox – An Artisan Candle Subscription Box

Are you looking for a fun gift to send to your friends, family or co-workers? Why not a monthly curated candle gift box? VellaBox has all sorts of options for quantity and duration perfect for any budget.

This one came with a frosted glass jar with a dear silhouette candle that is firewood spice scented from Glint Candles and an Amber Vanilla scented candle from Often Wander.

The selected candles come in pretty box and boy do they smell great!

Inside the VellaBox the candles are wrapped in a pretty piece of fabric tied with a bit of string. There is also a snack included from This Bar Saves Lives a company that gives food to children in need. I love how they decorated the inside box with a pretty sticker that features the quote,

“Anyone who thinks fallen leaves are dead has never watched them dance on a windy day”

Everyone I know loves to get a surprise in the mail and this VellaBox is the perfect gift to send out to all my friends and family.

Hubcap Creatures is the creative project of British sculptor Ptolemy Elrington, who has transformed discarded hubcaps into captivating sculptures of wildlife. Operating from Brighton, Elrington has been crafting these unique pieces since the late 1990s, turning everyday automotive debris into stunning representations of animals from the natural world.

The artistic process behind Elrington’s sculptures is centered around recycling and upcycling. The hubcaps he uses are typically found on the side of the road and often show signs of wear, including scratches and dents. Elrington believes that these imperfections add character and depth to his creatures, making each piece truly one of a kind.

His work spans a wide range of animals, including foxes, fish, and birds, with each sculpture thoughtfully crafted to showcase the unique features of the materials. The brand logos, grooves, and markings found on the hubcaps often contribute to the creature’s expression and structure, giving them a distinct, textured look.

Elrington’s Hubcap Creatures have been showcased in various exhibitions, both in the UK and internationally. His innovative approach has gained recognition for its creativity and environmental awareness, demonstrating how discarded materials can be transformed into meaningful art.

For art enthusiasts or collectors, Elrington offers a mix of available sculptures and custom commissions, allowing individuals to bring home a piece of this upcycled art. Hubcap Creatures stands as a brilliant example of how creativity can breathe new life into the most unlikely of materials, all while promoting sustainability.

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