{"product_id":"candle-pottery-oracle-tarot-deck-holder-2","title":"Standing Stone Candle \u0026 Smudge Holder","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tn5ins\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eStanding Stone Candle \u0026amp; Smudge Holder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eA marker of presence.\u003cbr data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eA quiet altar in stone form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eInspired by ancient standing stones that once marked sacred sites and gathering places, this sculptural holder carries the feeling of earth memory and stillness. Its form rises like a weathered monolith - grounded, steady, timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eCarved spiral motifs flow across the surface, echoing ancient symbols of cycles, movement, and the continual turning of life. These markings resemble stone carvings worn by centuries of wind and rain, holding stories without words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eThe earthy glaze settles into deep tones of soil, rock, and ash, with pale highlights catching the carved patterns like traces of moonlight on stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eDesigned for simple ritual use, the holder can cradle a candle or support a smudge stick, allowing flame or fragrant smoke to rise gently from its centre. At the base, a small opening holds an incense stick, letting fine trails of scent curl upward in quiet ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eIt is both functional and symbolic:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e• A holder of flame\u003cbr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e• A companion for cleansing smoke\u003cbr data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e• A grounding presence for ritual spaces\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e• A reminder of ancient places and earth wisdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eEach piece is individually formed, carved, and glazed by hand. No two standing stones are ever alike - each carries its own surface textures and subtle variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1421\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlace it in a quiet corner.\u003cbr data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eLight the flame.\u003cbr data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eLet the smoke drift.\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eStand still.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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":42598080282711,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0202\/5586\/6944\/files\/92EA3BE0-DBAB-45F7-9F02-B495BCC1E163.jpg?v=1773113350","url":"https:\/\/carysmartinceramics.com\/products\/candle-pottery-oracle-tarot-deck-holder-2","provider":"Carys Martin Ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}