ARLINGTON, Texas—The Stars Hollow Market in downtown Arlington was filled Sept. 6 with local vendors offering homemade crafts and the kind of small-town charm that inspired its theme, drawn from the television show “Gilmore Girls.”
Among the booths that offered everything from baked goods to handmade jewelry, one table stood out for its soft colors, subtle scents and the young entrepreneur behind it.
Fourteen-year-old Aubreigh Ann Marie Adams was busy greeting customers, answering questions and sharing the story behind her candle business, Aromatic Adventures with Aubreigh.
Adams started the business on her 14th birthday, less than a year ago. In that short time, she has built a growing line of candles and home products that she calls The Spectrum Collection. The name reflects both her personal journey and her mission—to create products that are safe, soothing and inclusive for people on the autism spectrum.
“The Spectrum Collection honors the autism spectrum,” Adams said. “We support autism and include positive quotes like, ‘What makes you different makes you beautiful.’”
The candles are made with 100% soy wax. Adams said that choice is intentional. Unlike paraffin wax, which can release harmful chemicals when burned, soy is a cleaner alternative.
“While others might produce toxins and allergies, these are allergy-friendly and light up without producing toxins,” she said.
Her booth featured four signature scents: Ferine Purple, Dreamy White, Cold Red and Vibrant Yellow. Each candle carried a fragrance designed to be soft and inviting rather than overpowering, a detail Adams said is especially important for people who may be sensitive to strong smells.
In addition to candles, Adams has expanded her product line to include linen sprays, wax melts, car fresheners, soaps and seasonal items such as pumpkin- and champagne-scented candles. Prices range from $6 for wax melts to $50 for larger candles.
Visitors to her booth at the Stars Hollow Market lingered to ask questions, sample scents and learn more about the inspiration behind her work. For many, the purchase of a candle came with a deeper appreciation for the purpose behind it.
What sets Adams apart, marketgoers said, is her ability to combine creativity with advocacy. By centering accessibility in her products, she has built a small business that reflects both personal passion and community awareness.
Adams said she hopes her candles remind people that inclusivity can be part of everyday life. Through simple changes—like choosing natural ingredients or designing scents that don’t overwhelm—she said she believes small businesses can make a meaningful difference.
At just 14, Adams is learning lessons about entrepreneurship, marketing and customer service while also amplifying a message about acceptance. Her work is a reminder that innovation is not limited by age.
The Stars Hollow Market may have been a one-day event, but Adams’ booth left an impression that will last. In a setting meant to recreate the fictional charm of “Gilmore Girls,” her real-world story stood out.
For Adams, every sale is more than a transaction. It is a spark—a chance to build awareness, to share her story and to light the way for others.
Adams appears at area markets. Those interested in where they might find her next can follow her on Instagram or on Facebook.
The Arlington Sentinel’s Jhuliana Rodriguez Mora interviewed teenage entrepreneur Aubreigh Ann Marie Adams about her business, Aromatic Adventures with Aubreigh. Adams’ Spectrum Collection of candles honors and affirms those on the autism spectrum. To hear Adams talk about her journey, please click here.