The Handmade Process: Art That You Can Light
Peek into my studio to see how I transform raw soy wax into art. Every piece is hand-poured, molded, and finished right here with all the messy, joyful, real-life quirks that make them truly unique.
Welcome to my Garden of Eden. This video shows my collection of floral candle molds, the starting point for all my botanical-inspired creations.
Let's make the new Sunflower Urli design. This video takes you through the process, from preparing the brass urli to unmolding the sunflower clusters and arranging them to create the final, beautiful piece.
Cuteness is overloaded at the studio today. This is a sneak peek of me making the tiny teddy bear and strawberry motifs for my new heart cake candles. Stay tuned for the final product.
Here is part two of my flower collection showcase. I'm holding up some of my favorite floral designs, including the Echeveria, 3D Daisy Cluster, Sunflower Cluster, and Peony Bud.
Enjoy part one of my flower collection showcase. This video features my Tulip Vases, colorful Plumeria clusters, floating Camellias, and the intricate Japanese Chrysanthemum.
Fresh blooms and new vibes. This video montage shows off some of my latest creations for the spring season, from architectural jars to colorful floating flowers.
A quick, trendy reel presenting my newest creation: the Alpaca candle. A lot of love and hand-painting goes into each one of these adorable little guys.
Watch me unmold and trim my Rose Bear candles. This is a satisfying part of the process where the cute little bear shape is finally revealed.
About The Handmade Process
Every candle you see here is a one-off. Because I hand-pour these in small batches using a blend of soy wax and coconut oil, each piece comes with its own tiny, unique traits. You might notice a slight variation in texture or color compared to the photos, and honestly, that is exactly how I like it—it is the signature of a piece made by hand, not by a machine.
From Wax to Wonder
My studio is essentially a laboratory of tiny joys. The process starts with selecting the right soy wax and coconut oil blend, which I prefer for its clean, guilt-free burn. Whether I am prepping a complex Roman bust or a simple teddy bear candle, each piece goes through a specific journey.
I melt the wax, add the fragrance, and pour it into my molds. Then comes the wait—the most nerve-wracking part for me. Unmolding is a real moment of truth. Sometimes the candle comes out perfect; sometimes it takes a bit of trimming and patience to get it right. That is why I do small batches. It allows me to inspect every single piece before it finds a home.
Why Hand-Poured Matters
When you buy mass-produced candles, you get uniformity. When you buy from me, you get a story. I hand-paint the details on my alpaca candles and carefully arrange the wax flowers in my urli centerpieces.
- Vegan Materials: I use 100% vegan soy wax blends.
- Small Batches: This ensures I can focus on quality and detail over sheer volume.
- Custom Touches: For events or gifts, I spend extra time on the packaging, using leather boxes and personalized message tags.
If you are looking for decor that feels human and intentional, you are in the right place. These pieces are not just for lighting; they are designed to bring a bit of charm and color to your space, whether they are on your desk or as part of a festive spread.
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