{"product_id":"personalized-led-crucible-candle-marine-recruit-gift-usmc-graduation-tribute","title":"Personalized LED Crucible Candle | USMC Bootcamp Gift | Veteran-Made","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e🛠️ Each LED candle is custom-made\u003c\/strong\u003e — hand-finished with scratches, cuts, and optional smudges to represent your recruit's blood, sweat, and tears during The Crucible. Personalized with their name and battalion details. Every piece is crafted specifically for your Marine by veterans who understand the sacrifice.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e⏰ Be sure to order 2 weeks before graduation to ensure delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a Marine family, we understand you may discover Crucible traditions later in your recruit's journey — rush orders are available for an additional fee to meet your timeline.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Perfect Crucible Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nThis 6-inch tall LED candle is designed to stand alone as a tribute to your Marine recruit. \u003cstrong\u003eNote: This candle does NOT fit inside the Crucible Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's a standalone piece or pairs beautifully displayed next to the lantern.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crucible Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSince 1996, The Crucible has been the final 54-hour test that transforms recruits into Marines. Families light candles to show support and stay connected during this grueling challenge — a tradition dating back to Civil War candlelit vigils. This LED candle provides a safe way to keep the light burning for the full 54 hours.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes This Candle Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003eSafe LED Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e No flame, perfect for continuous 54-hour use\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003eCustom Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose scratches\/cuts with black smudges, red smudges, both, or no color\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003ePersonalized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your recruit's name and battalion information\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003eSymbolic Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scratches and marks represent the bruises and pain endured, smudges represent blood, dirt, sweat, and tears\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted by Veterans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made by me (Tori, MoM \u0026amp; Army Vet) and our veteran crew\n✓ \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 inches tall\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n- \u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White or Cream\n- \u003cstrong\u003eFinishing Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  - Cuts with Black \u0026amp; Red Smudges\n  - Cuts with Black Smudge only\n  - Cuts with Red Smudge only\n  - Cuts with No Color\n  - Personalized with No Color\n  - No Cuts or Color (clean finish)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSelect your color and finishing style at checkout, then include your recruit's name and any special details in the personalization section. I'll call you to finalize battalion information and other important details to make this candle perfect.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n- Custom LED candle with your chosen finishing (6\" tall)\n- Personalization with recruit's name and battalion\n- Batteries included\n- Free US shipping (2-3 weeks to build)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd-Ons Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n- Crucible Lantern: Pairs beautifully with this candle (sold separately)\n- Rush Order: Additional fee (contact for pricing and availability)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED candles are safe for continuous use during The Crucible's 54 hours. Never leave real flame candles unattended.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting Veterans\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nA portion of every sale supports VICS Ranch (vicsranch.org), a 501c3 charity I founded to honor my father, Vic — a Korean War combat veteran and seven-time world record race car driver who passed from a stroke in 2018. His vision was to help save veterans, and VICS Ranch teaches art techniques to combat PTSD and prevent veteran suicide.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOur Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nI'm Tori — Army Veteran, MoM (Mother Of Marines) to two sons, Wife of a Marine, Sister of a Marine, Aunt of a Marine, and Mother-in-law of a Marine. I've lived through bootcamp anxiety, Crucible stress, and deployment fears (my son served 3 tours in Iraq and Afghanistan). I understand what you're feeling, and I pour that into every candle I create.\n\nWe are proudly an official United States Marine Corps Licensed Hobbyist (License #23055).\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Honor Your Marine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSelect your options at checkout and include your recruit's details in the personalization notes. I'll reach out to finalize everything and create your custom LED candle.\n\nSemper Fi! 🇺🇸","brand":"TLC Creative Concepts","offers":[{"title":"White \/ Cuts\/Blk\/Red Smudges","offer_id":48134259572891,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Cuts with no color","offer_id":48134259605659,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Cuts\/ Black Smudge","offer_id":48134259638427,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Cuts with Red smudge","offer_id":48134259671195,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Personalize no color","offer_id":48134259703963,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ No Cut or Color","offer_id":48134259736731,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ Cuts\/Blk\/Red Smudges","offer_id":48134259769499,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ Cuts with no color","offer_id":48134259802267,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ Cuts\/ Black Smudge","offer_id":48134259835035,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ Cuts with Red smudge","offer_id":48134259867803,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ Personalize no color","offer_id":48134259900571,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream \/ No Cut or Color","offer_id":48134259933339,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5421\/0459\/files\/65b5c0ad-il_fullxfull.6921359198_3kp2.jpg?v=1773529022","url":"https:\/\/tlccreativeconcepts.store\/products\/personalized-led-crucible-candle-marine-recruit-gift-usmc-graduation-tribute","provider":"TLC Creative Concepts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}