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    Paddywax

    Paddywax is a Nashville-based artisan candle company crafting hand-poured soy wax candles and diffusers in uniquely designed, repurposable vessels since 1996.

    Company Overview

    Paddywax is an artisan candle manufacturer headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in hand-poured soy wax blend candles and home fragrance diffusers. Founded in 1996 by Gretchen Hollingsworth and David Duncan, the company creates seasonally-inspired collections that complement home decor trends with sophisticated fragrances and innovative vessel designs. Paddywax products are distributed through specialty boutiques nationwide and feature eco-friendly materials with cotton wicks in containers designed for repurposing after use.

    Key Metrics

    45

    Import Shipments

    2

    Distribution Centers

    15.3M

    Annual Revenue

    1996

    Founded

    Company Profile

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    Recent Developments

    Paddywax continues expanding its artisan candle collections while growing its experiential retail footprint through Paddywax Candle Bar workshop locations, maintaining focus on sustainable materials and design-forward vessels that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers seeking premium home fragrance products.

    Strategic Expansion

    Expansion of Paddywax Candle Bar workshop concept to additional locations, providing interactive candle-making experiences for customers; Launch of new seasonal candle collections featuring innovative vessel designs and sophisticated fragrance profiles; Enhancement of e-commerce capabilities to support direct-to-consumer sales growth; Strengthening of specialty retail partnerships and boutique distribution network across the United States

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    Business Information

    Paddywax manufactures artisan candles and home fragrance products using soy wax blends hand-poured into aesthetically designed, repurposable vessels. The company distinguishes itself through its focus on versatile functionality, pairing complex fragrance profiles with innovative container designs across multiple seasonal collections. Beginning as a kitchen-based startup with minimal capital, Paddywax has grown into a recognized brand featured in national publications and available in specialty retailers across the United States. The company also operates candle workshop spaces where customers can participate in hands-on candle pouring experiences.

    Headquarters

    Nashville, Tennessee

    Founded

    1996

    Stock Symbol

    Private company