Whether they’re providing light during a power outage, serving as a last minute gift for mom, or covering an odor while the windows are shut (sure, it was the dog), candles can really come in handy. Instead of going to a big box store for a candle made of god-knows-what that was shipped from god-knows-where, check out these Seattle-made candles crafted with sustainable business practices.
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Cascadia Wicks
Location: Made in West Seattle, available at the Fremont Holiday market December 14th and 15th, and other pop up markets.
Products: Candles and candles only!
Emerald Credentials: Made of soy wax that burns free of toxins, petrol-carbon soot and carcinogens.
Additional info: Eight unique Pacific Northwest-inspired scents like “Olympic Rain,” “Alki Amber,” and “Cascade Hike.”
The Dank Crystal
Location: Seattle made candles, available online and at Arrow Hair & Beauty (Seattle) , Beats and Bohos (Seattle), Bon Voyage Vintage (Seattle), Ghost Gallery (Seattle), The Plant Shop (Seattle), Sonic Boom Records (Seattle), Sub Pop Airport Store (SeaTac)
Products: PNW themed candles with a crystal inside and enamel pins.
Emerald Credentials: Soy wax and reusable glass jars.
Additional info: Check out The Dank Crystal website for their Spotify Playlists and favorite places in Seattle and the surrounding area.
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Capitol Hill Candle Company
Location: Seattle-made candles available online and at Flourish Chiropractic Spa, Constellation & Co, Loft 63, Revival Shop Seattle, Hazel Salon, Station 7 Seattle, Knack, Magpie, Dream, The Sneakery, Plank & Grain, The Feed Store, Islandwood Gift Shop, The Handmade Showroom at Pacific Plaza, Standard Goods and Haute Hibou.
Products: 11 uniquely scented soy blend candles including “Shave & a Haircut,” “Tobacco Bourbon,” and “Christmas Wreath.”
Emerald Credentials: “Dedicated to using natural, local, hand-poured supplies.” Those supplies include soy wax, essential oils and reusable glass jars.
Additional info: 10% of each sale goes to the IslandWood organization, which is “inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.”
Good + Well Supply Co.
Location: Made in Seattle, available online and in stores nationwide. Find a store near you.
Products: Small batch goods inspired by the outdoors. Product line includes candles, apparel, bath products, gifts and more.
Emerald Credentials: All products are vegan, recyclable and never tested on animals. Candles are made with 100% renewable soy wax, balsa wood wicks, and essential oils all sourced in the United States.
Additional info: Good + Well gives back to the National Park Service through the National Park Foundation and Washington’s National Park Fund.
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Olympic Candle Company
Location: Seattle-made candles available online and in stores nationwide. Find a store near you.
Products: Candles in six collections: Black Label, Amber Apothecary Jar, White Frosted Apothecary Jar, BLUE Apothecary Jar, Natural Wonders Travel Tins and Kitchen Candle. Each collection has its own container and many unique scents.
Emerald Credentials: Ingredients and packaging materials sourced in the United States, recyclable packaging and reusable containers.
Additional info: Wide selection of fragrances including Cannabis, Alpine Gentian, Mandarin & Basil and Tuberose & Jasmine. Detailed candle care available online.
Malicious Women Co.
Location: Brick and mortar location in downtown Snohomish and online. Shop close periodically to allow staff to catch up on orders.
Products: Sassy collections of candles, flasks, bath bombs, jewelry and more.
Emerald Credentials: 100% domestically sourced organic soy, cotton and paper wicks, labels from recycled Kraft paper, reusable/recyclable apothecary jars.
Additional info: Must read this backstory! Malicious Women candles are edgy and sometimes R-rated – perfect for White Elephant gift exchanges or a close friend. A portion of proceeds, based on the collection, go to organizations including the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation.
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Seattle Candle Company
Location: Made in Seattle, available online, occasionally at Pike Place Market, and in-store at Station 7, lululemon athletic (U-Village), Tenzing Momo, Mohai, Volunteer Park Conservatory, CLICK! Design That Fits, Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center, Hyatt Regency Seattle, The Shoppe Seahurst (Burien), Made in Washington (5 locations) and Lariat Coffee (Winthrop).
Products: Small batch soy wax candles with cotton and paper wicks.
Emerald Credentials: 100% soy wax, coconut oil, cotton and paper wicks. No dyes, parabens and phthalates. Labelled and packaged with biodegradable paper. Glass tumbler container can be washed and repurposed.
Additional info: Visit their events page to see which pop-ups and markets Seattle Candle Co. will be at.
Butter Home
Location: Brick and mortar location inside Melrose Market on Capitol Hill in Seattle. Products also available online.
Products: “Fun and functional items for you and your home” including candles, totes, prints, linens and earrings.
Emerald Credentials: 100% essential oils and American soy wax candles made in Seattle. Packaged in reusable containers.
Additional info: The Melrose Market is home to several local food vendors and small businesses. It is inside a 100-year-old renovated auto warehouse.
Truelux
Location: Candles sold online and brick and mortar location in Poulsbo, WA.
Products: 12 uniquely scented candles made from “natural butters and oils” that melt into body lotion.
Emerald Credentials: Handmade, phthalate free candles made with natural ingredients.
Additional info: Live music on Friday’s at the Poulsbo store. Melted candle wax doubles as lotion.
Snohomish Bee Company
Location: Brick and mortar location in downtown Snohomish, WA. Products also available online. Candles handmade in Snohomish.
Products: Everything honey, beeswax and beekeeping – including the actual bees and seasonal candles made from beeswax.
Emerald Credentials: Candles made from 100% pure beeswax with lead-free cotton wicks and no added scents.
Additional info: “Snoho Bee Co” offers classes on beginner beekeeping, Washington State Beekeepers Association certification and candlemaking.
Cupcake Candle Company
Location: Products sold online and in-store at the Kitsap Mall in Silverdale, WA. Family-owned company based in Sequim, WA.
Products: Unique cupcake, cake and pie-shaped candles, natural bath products and more.
Emerald Credentials: Candles made from natural soy wax and essentials oils. All bath products include natural, organic ingredients, are vegan friendly, and free of parabens and sulfates.
Additional info: Check out the Cozy Wood Wick Candles that crackle as they burn!
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Feature photo: One of the less profane candles from Malicious Women Candle Company. Photo from MWCC.
