{"product_id":"candle-pottery-oracle-tarot-deck-holder-1","title":"Crescent Moon Candle \u0026 Smudge Holder","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1pxtjob\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eCrescent Moon Candle \u0026amp; Incense Holder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eA symbol of cycles.\u003cbr data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eA quiet companion for ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eInspired by the waxing and waning moon, this sculptural holder honours the gentle rhythm of growth, release, and return. The crescent form curves protectively around the candle, like the moon cradling light in the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eDelicate carved markings trace the surface, echoing lunar textures and the soft patterns of shifting light. The speckled glaze settles in warm tones of stone, sand, and ash, giving the piece an ancient, weathered presence - as though shaped by earth and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eA candle sits securely within the central holder, allowing a steady flame to glow from within the curve of the moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eAt the base, a small hole is designed to hold an incense stick, allowing fragrant smoke to spiral upward in gentle ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eBoth functional and symbolic, this piece offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e• A holder of light\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e• A companion for incense and ritual\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003e• A reminder of life’s natural cycles\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e• A grounding presence for altar and sacred spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eEach piece is individually formed, carved, and glazed by hand. Subtle variations in surface and pattern make every moon unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1261\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlace it in a quiet space.\u003cbr data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003eLight the flame.\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eLet the scent drift.\u003cbr data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eFollow the rhythm of the moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo find out more about the making process \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carysmartinceramics.com\/pages\/the-making-process\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese items are handmade at every stage in the making process and so each is unique. From creating the form, to hand making each batch of glaze, to hand carving and hand painting the designs, many variances are found at each stage of the process. Each piece is mindfully created in my studio over a number of weeks, with each finished piece having its own subtle differences. That is the beauty of handmade. These photos are a representation of the piece from this collection you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carys Martin Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42598079004759,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0202\/5586\/6944\/files\/EFC1F363-D0E6-4363-B671-471F68FDAFF3.jpg?v=1773113304","url":"https:\/\/carysmartinceramics.com\/products\/candle-pottery-oracle-tarot-deck-holder-1","provider":"Carys Martin Ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}