As we close our first quarter in business we just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported us! Starting a new business can be scary, but we're really excited about the future, and your continued support is the fuel that keeps us moving forward.

Here's a peak at where we're at right now, and our plans for next year moving forward.

Holiday Overstock

A couple weekends ago we attended the Candy Cane Craft and Gift Show. It was our first big event, and the organizers projected attendance was between 2K and 3K people. I think the whole weekend saw fewer than 1K people. We never made back our booth fee of $250, and in preparation for the event we poured way too many candles -- most of which are now in boxes! 

Less to say, we've got a few candles left in stock. We'll keep these on the website for a few months, or until they are gone. And right now we're running a Buy 3 Get 1 Free so take advantage of this offer while it lasts!

P.S - Local to Colorado Springs? Catch us the next two Saturdays at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort between 5 PM and 8 PM on the Winter Patio!

Wooden Wicks

We've completed our testing with wooden wicks and are stoked to announce that all of our candles moving forward will utilize wooden wicks! This is really exciting because the ambience of a crackling, wooden wick is just something you have to experience for yourself. And while we love cotton wicks, it was our plan all along to utilize wood. 

But they can be finicky! Which is why we wanted to make sure the candles were burning correctly. In our tests we've gotten more than 60 hours of burn time out of a single 8.5oz candle. Not to mention, the hot throw (the scent you smell while burning the candle), seems to be stronger with wood vs cotton wicks. 

You can expect our first candles with wood wicks to be rolling out with our spring lineup. 

Expanding the Product Line

We envision FFO Goods to be a household name. Going beyond just candles, we have plans for other products that we are really excited about! In fact we're already testing a couple of them as I type this. Next month we're releasing a line of natural soap and shampoo products, free from forever chemicals and dyes. Part of this quest, truth be told, is personal. I don't necessarily want my family using products with Red #40, Yellow #5, and other unnecessary chemical ingredients. We don't need products to last 5 years on a shelf. We believe there's a way to charge a fair price, make a profit to stay in business, while not including anything else that doesn't need to be in there.

So far we're pretty happy with the results from our test bars! In fact we're a little surprised because we didn't know what to expect. Be on the lookout next month for this exciting new release. Sign up for our newsletter (scroll to the bottom of this page) and stay in the know!

Valentines Day

With Christmas less than a week away, we're already gearing up for Valentine's Day with a test batch of new products! For this special line, we've created an exclusive custom scent that's nothing short of amazing—and the best part? You won't find this scent anywhere else! It's going to be featured in a limited run with special edition vessels.

We're only making 24 sets (yes, we learned our lesson!), and pre-orders will open right after the New Year. You won’t want to miss out on this one!

That's a wrap!

If you're traveling this seasons be safe! Drink lots of eggnog, eat lots of food, and we'll catch you on the flip side!

About FFO Goods

FFO Goods is a family-owned business based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, creating high-quality, hand poured soy wax candles. From artisanal candles to small-batch lip balms, every product we make is crafted with care, using natural ingredients to bring the soothing essence of the outdoors into your home. We’re passionate about creating products that make people feel connected to the beauty of the world around them, one handmade item at a time.