The Gift That Keeps Complaining: The Monthly Meltdown by Foundry 1701
The Gift That Keeps Complaining: The Monthly Meltdown by Foundry 1701
Foundry 1701 Detroit Sports Letter & Candle Series.
First Deliveries will be shipped Dec 1st 2026. Only 60 spots available for the first drop. First come first serve.
It's a candle. It's a collectible. It's a monthly reminder that sometimes the only thing a frustrated sports fan can do is light a candle and write a strongly worded letter.
More than just a candle
Every edition arrives in a specially packaged Foundry 1701 box. Inside, you'll find:
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One hand-poured candle: A new candle name and theme inspired by a Detroit sports personality, situation, or moment. Big fumbles, soft hockey, trade requests, the list goes on. First up is our NEW CEDAR scent.
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One original satirical letter: Every month brings a different letter, written from the perspective of a frustrated Detroit sports fan. It's personal, sarcastic, occasionally ridiculous, and inspired by the story behind that month's candle.
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One collectible sticker: A little something to put on your laptop, toolbox, cooler, or wherever you keep your questionable sports opinions.
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One custom matchbox: A small box of matches featuring artwork inspired by that month's letter and the person or situation we're poking fun at.
Every piece is connected. The candle name, letter, sticker, and matchbox all tell the same story.
And when next month's edition arrives, you'll have another one to add to the collection. Buy one or sign up for the next, 6 or 12 months.
First up: The Dylan Larkin edition
We're kicking things off with a situation Detroit hockey fans know all too well. Our new Cedar Scented Candle.
The Grand Rapids Getaway.
A fresh start. A change of scenery. Crisp ice, fresh tears, and a minor-league reality check.
Inspired by the ongoing Dylan Larkin situation and the drama surrounding the Detroit Red Wings, this first edition takes a little frustration and turns it into something you can actually put on your coffee table.
- The Top Note: A crisp, bracing burst of fresh pine needles and bright, resinous juniper that instantly clears the mind and mimics a cold breeze through the treetops.
- The Body: A rich, authentic heart of dry cedarwood, featuring deep balsamic undertones and a faint hint of warming, aromatic clove spice.
- The Finish: A lingering, sophisticated base of dark amber, earthy moss, and a whisper of woodsmoke that keeps the fragrance warm, deeply comforting, and entirely unisex.
“This candle is not affiliated with the Detroit Red Wings, Grand Rapids Griffins, or anyone currently involved in making questionable hockey decisions."