One look at the Doughboy statue and it’s clear you’re in Lawrenceville. The larger-than-life-size bronze statue of a World War I soldier stands at the entrance to the Pittsburgh neighborhood at Butler Street and Penn Avenue. Over the past 15 years, Lawrenceville has experienced a fascinating resurgence and become a
Mix Candle Co. in Lawrenceville Gets New Name, New Look
Previously known as The Candle Lab, the pour-your-own candle company on Butler Street is now independently owned and operated.
May 10, 2021
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A change in name isn’t the only new thing about the Lawrenceville scent emporium now known as Mix Candle Co.
Once a franchise of Columbus, Ohio-based The Candle Lab, the shop on Butler Street is now independently owned and operated locally by Abbey Ishman, who previously worked as a franchisee for the brand. After The Candle Lab parent company decided to sell three of its Columbus locations, Ishman says she jumped on the opportunity to own her own store.