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Smells Like an Ohio Win Candle | Game Day Gift

Sale price $13.99 Regular price $18.65

77 reviews
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Description

For Ohio fans who scream at refs and wear jerseys to grocery stores—this one's your victory lap in candle form. Because nothing says "we crushed it" like filling your living room with the sweet smell of triumph (minus the stadium beer spills). Hand-poured in New Hampshire with 100% natural soy wax.

Scents
  • Comfort Spice - Brown sugar, cinnamon stick, and pralines. A hug in candle form, minus the awkward arm pat.
  • Eucalyptus Lavender Herb - Eucalyptus, lavender, and earthy woods. Spa day for emotionally damaged adults.
  • Fresh Balsam - Balsam, crisp eucalyptus, fir, and cedarwood. Christmas in a jar, unsupervised.
  • Honeysuckle - Bergamot, honeysuckle, jasmine, sandalwood. Florals, but make it feral.
  • Pink Grapefruit - Grapefruit zest, citrus blossom, soft musk. Tart, blushing, and impossible to ignore.
  • Sea Breeze - Citrus, lavender, jasmine, cedarwood, oakmoss. Your personal ocean breeze, minus the seagulls.
  • Spiced Pumpkin Ginger - Pumpkin, fresh ginger, warm spices, sugared vanilla. Pumpkin with a backbone.
  • Vanilla Bean - Rich vanilla bean, tonka, whipped cocoa. Sweet, smooth, and a little extra.
  • Unscented - No scent, just a flame and zero opinions. For when your presence is the only thing that needs to make a statement.

    NEW - 9 oz only:
  • Sea Salt & Orchid - Orange, sea salt, freesia, tonka bean, musk. The kind of vacation where someone catches feelings.
  • Clean Cotton - Lemon, cotton blossom, linen, sandalwood, violet. Line-dried laundry in a tasteful indie film.
  • Apple Harvest - Apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, vanilla. Fall — but somebody's getting laid.
  • Cinnamon & Vanilla - Cinnamon, clove, cream, vanilla. Holiday baking with someone you shouldn't be baking with.
  • White Sage & Lavender - Lavender, sage, chamomile, rosemary, cedar, sandalwood. Spiritual without the smug.

For the full notes on every scent, visit the Scents page.

Specifications

Sizes: 

  • 4 oz (25–30 hour burn) 
  • 9 oz (40–60 hour burn) 
  • 13.75 oz (60–80 hour burn)

Containers: 

  • 4 oz & 9 oz: Amber glass jar with black metal lid 
  • 13.75 oz: Clear open-top glass jar, no lid-because big vibes need room to breathe

Specifications:

  • 100% natural soy wax
  • Cotton, lead/zinc-free wick
  • Clean burning, phthalate-free fragrance oils
  • Vegan and cruelty-free
  • Hand-poured in small batches in New Hampshire
How To Burn It Right

To ensure the best experience and a long-lasting burn, follow these care instructions for your natural soy wax candle:

  • Trim the Wick: Before lighting, trim the cotton wick to 1/4 inch to prevent soot and ensure a clean, even burn.
  • Burn Time: For the first use, let your soy candle burn until the melted wax reaches the edge of the jar (approximately 3-4 hours). This helps prevent tunneling and creates an even burn.
  • Safety First: Always burn your candle within sight and keep it away from children, pets, and anything flammable.
  • Avoid Drafts: Place your candle in a draft-free area to prevent uneven burning and excessive flickering.
  • Extinguish Properly: Use a candle snuffer or gently blow out the flame. Avoid using the lid to extinguish the candle as it can cause soot build-up.
  • Recenter the Wick: After extinguishing the flame, ensure the wick is centered and upright for the next burn.
  • Burn Time Limit: Do not burn your candle for more than 4 hours at a time. Allow the candle to cool for at least 2 hours before relighting.
  • Reuse the Jar: Once your candle is finished, clean out the jar and repurpose it for storage or decor. Our amber glass jars are perfect for upcycling!
Shipping & Returns

Unused, unopened candles can be returned within 14 days of delivery - just email hello@whimsicalwicksco.com with your order number and we'll send you return instructions.

For lit candles you didn't vibe with: reach out anyway. We'll figure something out.

Personalized and custom candles are non-returnable unless they arrive damaged, wrong, or misprinted. Anything that's our fault, we'll make right. Promise.

Arrived broken or sad? Email us a photo with your order number within 2 days of delivery and we'll replace it on the house.

A themed game-day candle praised by customers for its "wonderful" and "amazing" fragrance. Most shoppers love giving it as a gift and appreciate the fast shipping and careful packaging. However, some noted issues: burn quality concerns, small size for the price, greasy arrival, and rare fulfillment errors. A few mentioned the label text doesn't stand out well against the jar.

  • The fragrance is wonderful. I recommend this gift for any Buckeye fan!
  • Great gift for my husband to keep in his Buckeye themed man cave. Plus the smell is amazing.
  • I received my candle in no time. It looks and smells amazing. I highly recommend purchasing this.
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Tabia Kubos

It didn't make it here by Christmas but that was through no fault of the seller! I haven't burned it because it's a gift for my daughter-in-law but it smells amazing and I was super happy with how carefully it was packaged. Highly recommend!

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Heather

Great candle. Smell isn't strong, but I mean that in a good way. You can smell the scent without it overpowering the area. And it is a good luck charm too. Go Buckeyes!

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michelle tyson

Smells amazing! Fast shipping and great seller!

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Kate Taylor

I received my candle in no time. It looks and smells amazing. I highly recommend purchasing this.

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Etsy customer

Great item! Husband loved it!

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Etsy customer

Candle came just as expected, smells great and the recipient loved it and is burning it on game days :)

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Etsy customer

The candle is a nice gift but the coloring of the label makes it difficult to read.

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Martin Aellig

The fragrance is wonderful. I recommend this gift for any Buckeye fan!

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Tracie W

Can’t wait till football season! Love this candle! GO BUCKS!

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Jennifer Wilson

Definitely but this again and again

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Etsy customer

Bought as a gift. Arrived on time. I purchased the unscented candle but it looks great! As expected.

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Skye

This was a great product with fast shipping!

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Nicole Miller

I received 2 different size candles for gifts and they smell wonderful!

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Jen Brack

Smells fantastic was a gift favorite

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Lindsey Brettell

Fantastic candle! Made a great gift for my Ohio state loving mother in law!

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Susan Kennel

My daughter in law, an Ohio State alumni, loved it but regrets not lighting it the day they lost!

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Kelly Dickson

Got this for my dad to enjoy on game day. He loves it!

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KIEARA Phillips

Smells great. Looks exactly like the advertisement

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Shelly Lindroos

love the candle! It smells great.

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Brittany Moore

Great gift for my husband to keep in his Buckeye themed man cave. Plus the smell is amazing.

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Lilly

This was a Christmas gift! They said they absolutely love it!

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Tracy

Nice gift just really small

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Scott

It was a great idea but the candle does not burn well.

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Julie Hite

Perfect gift for a Buckeyes fan!

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Megan

Good. Yes. Yes. Loved it.

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Leshay Jones

Came greasy but smells great

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Lori

Great customer service and communication

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Savannah Smilez

Smells delightful, will be burned during games!

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Holli

Nice candle. As described. Exactly what I wanted

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Melissa May

Awesome gift. Coworker loved it

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Stacey Aroney

A favorite for my coworker. Thank you!

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Addie

Did not receive what I ordered. Would not recommend.

FAQ

Our Candles

What are your candles made of?

Natural soy wax, cotton wicks, US-sourced fragrance oils loaded at 6%. No phthalates, no parabens, no weird mystery ingredients. Just clean stuff that burns clean.

How long do they burn?
  • 4 oz: ~25 hours.
  • 9 oz: ~55 hours.
  • 13.75 oz: ~85 hours.

Your mileage may vary depending on whether you're a “burn it for 30 min” type or a “leave it on all weekend” type.

How strong is the scent?

Strong enough to be noticed, not strong enough to give your aunt a migraine. We load at 6% - balanced throw, not perfume-aisle-at-the-mall throw.

Are they safe?

Yes, if you don't do anything stupid. Keep them on a stable surface. Trim the wick to 1/4 inch before lighting. Don't leave a burning candle unattended. Don't try to drink the wax. Don't let the cat near the flame. You know the drill.

How do I get the most out of my candle?

First burn: let the wax pool to the edge of the jar (usually 2–4 hours). This sets the “memory” so your candle burns evenly forever. Trim the wick to 1/4 inch before each burn. Don't burn for more than 4 hours at a time.

Shipping & Orders

How long does shipping take?

Orders ship within 1–3 business days from our New Hampshire workshop. US transit is usually 3–7 business days depending on where you are.

Do you ship internationally?

Currently US only. International shipping for candles is a whole thing — we're working on it. Email us if you want to be notified when it opens up.

Can I track my order?

Yes. Tracking info gets emailed the moment your label prints. Check spam if it's not in your inbox — our emails sometimes end up there.

My candle arrived broken / wrong / sad. What do I do?

Email hello@whimsicalwicksco.com with photos and your order number. We'll make it right. Promise.

Can I return it?

We accept returns on unused, unopened candles within 14 days of delivery. For full details check our Refund Policy page. If something arrived damaged or wrong contact us within 48 hours and we'll make it right immediately - no questions asked.

Everything Else

Will my house smell like candle for days?

If you burn it long enough, yes. That's kind of the point.

What's the difference between 4 oz, 9 oz, and 13.75 oz?

Burn time, price, and a little bit of personality.

  • The 4oz is your amber glass jar with black lid - the "I want to test this scent before committing" size, burning 25–30 hours.
  • The 9oz is also an amber glass jar with black lid - the "this is my new everyday candle" size, burning 40–60 hours.
  • The 13.75oz is a tall clear glass jar with no lid - the "I made it and I deserve this" size, burning 60–80 hours.

All three are hand-poured in New Hampshire with 100% natural soy wax.

Do you have a loyalty program?

Yes - Whimsical Points. Earn points on every order, redeem for discounts. Smart shoppers stack up fast.

Where do you source your scents?

All US suppliers, all loaded at 6% for a balanced throw. Check out Our Scents for the full lineup with notes and descriptions.

Can I light multiple candles at once?

Knock yourself out. Just don't light them so close that the heat melts each other's wax. Olfactory chaos is fine; structural damage is not.