We recently discovered AVM Casa handmade soy candles, created and founded in Bronxville by Andrea Martins. AVM Casa met the criteria for the the “Emma Stamp of Approval” – a quality item, a fab find, a great gift idea for any occasion and most importantly, created by a local mom in our area.
Inspired by reading Entertaining by Martha Stewart 15 years ago, Andrea Martins became enamored with candle making, however it wasn’t until moving to Bronxville that her daughter – Emma (we just love this name) suggested to her mom to turn her hobby into a business and AVM Casa was born. Founded to provide quality, handmade soy candles to those looking to enliven their space with the ambient glow of candle light while being mindful of the environment and their budgets (candles range from $2 – $45).
Bringing 20 years of luxury retail experience with Calvin Klein Home and most recently Prada in SOHO, Andrea has molded AVM Casa utilizing the same care and attention the large design houses show in producing the most luxurious and high-end quality product for their customers.
Ordering is as easy as 1, 2, 3…
- Select the fragrance (over 30 to choose from)
- Select the size (ranging from 2 oz. votives to 20 oz.candles)
- Order Online.
AVM Casa uses pure fragrance and essential oils in our candles and a quality 100% soy wax that melts smoothly for hours of scented heaven. The wicks are self-trimming and 100% cotton, free of lead and paper cores
Planning a special event AVM Casa can produce small batch of candles as decorations or favors to hand out to your guests. Choose from any of their scenes and they will create custom labels.
This review is based on opinions of the reviewer. Emma Westchester was provided with complimentary samples free of charge by AVM Casa in exchange for an honest review. No other type of compensation was received for this review.
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From Pia in Westchester County, NY
Q. How soon after you initiated contact with AVM casa did you receive a response?
A. Same day!
Q. Was AVM casa able to effectively and thoroughly address your questions and provide sufficient answers and/or solutions?
A. Absolutely! One of the easiest purchases I have made.
Q. What was the nature of your inquiry?
A. They were a party favor for my niece's communion.
Q. If you placed an order, what was your overall satisfaction with AVM casa?
A. Excellent customer service and product presentation/quality.
Q. Based on your experience, would you recommend AVM casa to your friends and family?
A. I already have!
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From Elana in Williamsburg, NY
Q. How soon after you initiated contact with AVM casa did you receive a response?
A. Same day. I received a polite and enthusiastic response within hours of my inquiry.
Q. Was AVM casa able to effectively and thoroughly address your questions and provide sufficient answers and/or solutions?
A. Absolutely. I had a lovely experience working with AVM casa. They were extremely helpful and went above and beyond to meet my needs.
Q. What was the nature of your inquiry?
A. I wanted to purchase travel candles as favors for the guests at my wedding.
Q. If you placed an order, what was your overall satisfaction with AVM casa?
A. I was/am completely satisfied! And would recommend AVM casa to anyone. They seemed genuinely happy to fulfill my order and were as eager as I was to ensure the package arrived on time to its intended destination. Andrea, my contact, was gracious, thorough and appropriately communicative.
Q. Based on your experience, would you recommend AVM casa to your friends and family?
A. Absolutely. Anytime. I've already recommended them to friends and family on a few occasions.