{"title":"The Harvest Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Autumn Equinox falls between the 20th-23rd of March (21\/3\/27)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Autumnal Equinox and Second Harvest Festival. A time of equality and balance, fair judgement, introspection and giving thanks. Collect Autumn leaves, pinecones and flax seed pods and display them on your seasonal altar along with overflowing harvest baskets of fresh fruits and vegetables.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Harvest Collection features Autumnal themed decor such as a cornucopia harvest basket to adorn your seasonal altar.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"golden-iron-plate-candle-holder","title":"Round Golden Iron Plate Candle Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect holder for your half corncob candle, on your Lughnasadh altar. Or any other pillar candles up to 5cm wide for your seasonal altars all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 11cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Golden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure candle holder is on a level surface and plate is large enough to capture any dripping wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not light candle in holder on a synthetic fabric surface that could melt as the tray will heat up when the candle burns down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45835387568280,"sku":"GIP-CH","price":11.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/66931F6A-5B96-4BF5-B05D-91CD2D5E655E_1_102_a.jpg?v=1767867399"},{"product_id":"cornucopia-horn-of-plenty-ornamental-harvest-basket","title":"Cornucopia Horn of Plenty Ornamental Harvest Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect ornamental horn of plenty to display, overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables on your harvest festival altars for Lughnasadh and Mabon the Autumnal Equinox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: ~35-22cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter diameter: ~15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner diameter: ~11cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: ~90g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Rattan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45835505795224,"sku":"CORNUCOPIA","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/41C59187-4470-4B7E-BA10-2C0188DC0BA0_1_102_a.jpg?v=1762741364"},{"product_id":"mabon-altar-kit","title":"Mabon Altar Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe full collection of Mabon, Autumn Equinox themed candles and decor. This includes the coloured versions of my candles and the Apple with Leaf option. If you would like a customised Mabon Altar Kit with plain beeswax versions of my candles please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\"\u003elet me know\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mabon altar kit contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/pumpkin-candle\" title=\"Pumpkin Candle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pumpkin Candle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/pinecone-candle\" title=\"Pinecone Candle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pinecone Candle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/apple-candle\" title=\"Apple Candle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Apple Candle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/cornucopia-horn-of-plenty-ornamental-harvest-basket\" title=\"Cornucopia Horn of Plenty Ornamental Harvest Basket\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Cornucopia Harvest Basket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Beeswax Dipped Autumnal Decor\" href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/autumn-equinox-acorns-and-beeswax-dipped-leaves\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFallen leaves, seed pods and acorns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernseasons.nz\/products\/mabon-altar-cloth\" title=\"Mabon Altar Cloth\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Autumnal Altar Cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Does not include candle holders as only 2 are left - will be restocking soon)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandle Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo increase burn time and minimise flame size - keep wick trimmed to 5mm before each lighting and trim roughly every hour if possible to do safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo maintain an even burn - push any unmelted wax pieces into the wax pool as candle burns down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure candle is on a level surface in a proper holder, large enough to capture any dripping wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo extinguish the flame without smoking - dip wick into wax pool using an appropriate utensil and stand it back up for easy relighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you prefer to use it as decor and enjoy it for longer, that is great too! Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46346451681432,"sku":"MABON-AK","price":99.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/C570100E-325B-4BF8-A356-9431F79C7587_1_102_a_419ee07b-f9a1-4513-ac1d-f2251e781afb.jpg?v=1742002932"},{"product_id":"round-black-iron-plate-candle-holder","title":"Round Black Iron Plate Candle Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect holder for most candles up to 6cm wide for your seasonal altars all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 11cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure candle holder is on a level surface and plate is large enough to capture any dripping wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not light candle in holder on a synthetic fabric surface that could melt as the tray will heat up when the candle burns down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46347388125336,"sku":"BIP-CH","price":11.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/239E6008-6C0E-4923-9FEC-CB3AD4C0819F_1_102_a.jpg?v=1741833462"},{"product_id":"pinecone-candle","title":"Pinecone Candle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pinecone candle is the perfect addition to your Autumn or Winter seasonal altars. Available in brown or plain beeswax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: ~8x7cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWax: 100% pure New Zealand beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Brown or natural golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScent: Unscented, natural honey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWicks: Cotton, square braided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurn time: ~9hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandle Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first burn should be for at least 3 hours, so that the melt pool reaches the edges, to avoid tunneling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo increase burn time and minimise flame size - keep wick trimmed to 5mm before each lighting and trim roughly every hour if possible to do safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo maintain an even burn - carefully push any unmelted kernels into the wax pool as candle burns down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure candle is on a level surface in a proper holder, large enough to capture any dripping wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo extinguish the flame without smoking - dip wick into wax pool using an appropriate utensil and stand it back up for easy relighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you prefer to use it as decor and enjoy it for longer, that is great too! Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly as each one is mixed by hand in small batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":46349796114584,"sku":"PINECONE-C-BRN","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Plain Beeswax","offer_id":46349796081816,"sku":"PINECONE-C","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/6679C747-4AC4-4755-8576-02E529443D65_1_201_a.jpg?v=1767867775"},{"product_id":"apple-candle","title":"Apple Candle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Apple candle is the perfect addition to your Autumnal Harvest season altars. Available in plain beeswax or red with a brown stem and an optional green leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: ~5x5.5-6cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWax: 100% pure New Zealand beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Red, green and brown or natural golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScent: Unscented, natural honey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWicks: Cotton, square braided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurn time: ~11hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandle Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first burn should be for at least 3 hours, so that the melt pool reaches the edges, to avoid tunneling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo increase burn time and minimise flame size - keep wick trimmed to 5mm before each lighting and trim roughly every hour if possible to do safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo maintain an even burn - carefully push any unmelted kernels into the wax pool as candle burns down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure candle is on a level surface in a proper holder, large enough to capture any dripping wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo extinguish the flame without smoking - dip wick into wax pool using an appropriate utensil and stand it back up for easy relighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you prefer to use it as decor and enjoy it for longer, that is great too! Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly as each one is mixed by hand in small batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ With leaf","offer_id":46349875183768,"sku":"APPLE-LEAF-C-RED\u0026GRN","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Plain with no leaf","offer_id":46349875216536,"sku":"APPLE-C-RED","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plain Beeswax \/ With leaf","offer_id":46349859782808,"sku":"APPLE-LEAF-C","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Plain Beeswax \/ Plain with no leaf","offer_id":46349873905816,"sku":"APPLE-C","price":16.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/B1CE0933-99D5-43B2-B665-54B6AC054A7F_1_102_a.jpg?v=1741774977"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-candle","title":"Pumpkin Candle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pumpkin candle is the perfect addition to your Autumnal Harvest season altars. 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Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly as each one is mixed by hand in small batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Orange and Green","offer_id":46349900152984,"sku":"PUMPKIN-C-OR","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Plain Beeswax","offer_id":46349900218520,"sku":"PUMPKIN-C","price":16.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5367\/8744\/files\/F45E4F4E-C5F1-4C5B-A9A2-A97D2378D6EB_1_201_a.jpg?v=1741776859"},{"product_id":"mabon-altar-cloth","title":"Mabon Altar Cloth","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Autumnal coloured square of cloth, the perfect base for your Mabon, Autumn Equinox altar decor. 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