Anthony Gaglia started wholesaling candles from his garage in 2016. Just like any entrepreneur, he dreamed big. Carolina Crafted started in spring of 2018, where he opened a storefront in the Harris Arcade Building located in downtown Hickory. They outgrew that location in the first year, where they moved to a larger location in downtown, where Anthony began manufacturing candles and products in house. In two more years, they once again outgrew the store, opening their third storefront on Union Square in Downtown Hickory. Now, in addition to candles and bath products, Carolina Crafted also serves as a place to satisfy your sweet tooth, offering ice cream and other sweet treats right on the square!