MY STORY

Hello, I’m Suzi,

I’m a candlemaker based on the Isle of Arran, an island off the west coast of Scotland. 

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I moved to Arran 20 years ago to be near my extended family and raise my two children in a wee cottage that sits next to 10-acres of meadow fields. Arran has given us a sense of freedom and security, and the chance to be surrounded by nature. 

 

I’ve always loved being around and working with plants, flowers and herbs and they reward you with a beautiful display or something for eating. 

 

My interest in plants led to learning more about essential oils and how they can give you a deep sense of wellbeing, especially when they’re released through a candle.

 

Through my research, I found that most candles on the market are made with synthetic fragrance oils. These oils are produced in a lab, so they don’t have the health benefits of essential oils, so for this reason I have chosen to work mainly with natural oils. 

 

Essential oils have been used medicinally for centuries. There are around 100 different types which are derived from distilling flowers, leaves, wood, and plant seeds. Essential oils provide a range of benefits to help balance your emotions and also fragrance your home. 

 

My candles are made with natural plant-based wax comprising eco soy, coconut, and rapeseed waxes. I then blend the wax with high quality essential oils and natural fragrance oils. 

 

Right now, I have six essential oil blends of candles available. I’ll add to these with new blends of small batches to acknowledge the changing seasons. Occasionally, I like to use high quality fragrance oils to add interest and variety to the collection.  

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You can buy my candles here.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. 

Thank you for your visit today.  

 

Below: My inspiration and home - the beautiful Isle of Arran