MarionMade!: Local entrepreneur sparks new candle business

USA TODAY NETWORK Each week, this series shares MarionMade! stories of our many wonderful people, places, products and programs in the greater Marion community. To read more positive stories of Marion, or to share some of your own, visit us at marionmade.org or on social media. Kimberly Bryant opened her candle business in 2022. “I’ve always loved candles and all things that smell great. I did my research on candle making and ran with it,” Kimberly said. “Essentially, what sets my business apart is a personal customer service experience. Plus, I use all-natural ingredients to make my candles and blend my scents.” Since opening, Kimberly has branched out to include wax melts along with her candles. Customers can order these products from her website, kittykatcandlesco.com , and pick it up locally or have the items shipped. The re-MARCA-ble store in downtown Marion just started featuring Kitty Kat Candles as well. “My products are made-to-order, so I try my best to have a quick turnaround time,” Bryant said. “I take pride in the creativity I put into my product, the labeling, the website and everything else in between. I have always been a very creative person, and being able to […]

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