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Night Blooming Jasmine

A mysterious intoxicating scent for any time of day, this sultry floral fragrance entices you into the room where it is burning, with an invitation to get comfortable and stay a while.


Enjoy savings all month long on Night Bloooming Jasmine candles at Umbra Essence. Click thru on the right to purchase online, or visit our beautiful store at the foot of Lookount Mountain in St. Elmo, TN.

April Artist Feature - Mark Joiner

Mark Joiner is a glass artist from Austin, Texas. He founded his glass/design studio, under the name Fourteenfifty, in 2002. Joiner blends ancient glass working methods, mid-century influenced designs and the help of modern equipment to create functional one-of-a-kind pieces. He apprenticed in blown glass for four and a half years and then began learning the technique of fused glass, which is one of the oldest known forms of glass working.



Each belt buckle is handmade, one a time and starts off as separate monochromatic pieces of glass that are hand cut and shaped to fit a design and fit together, almost like a glass puzzle. Each buckle is made up of an average of fifteen separate pieces of glass which are pieced together and put through the first kiln cycle, where they are fused into one solid piece at 1450 degrees. The fusing takes place in a kiln that is specifically made for glass work. After the first kiln cycle, the buckles undergo sandblasting, extensive coldwork and two more kiln cycles. The result: a beautiful, unique, and durable buckle. You will be envied for sure!



Mark Joiner's love of color is definately reflected in his work. The colors he uses are vibrant and captivating, which make them very hard to resist. They are simply delicious. Owning one of these fashionable buckles is a must! Each buckle also comes with a hand-distressed belt in one of four colors: brown, black, antique white, and natural. Be sure to come visit us and take in the creativity and originality that is Mark Joiner.