18 YEARS OF EXPERTISE IN the industry
Real Stories from Real Candle Makers
I’m a fellow candle maker collecting honest stories from creative entrepreneurs and seasoned makers. Share your experience! Your insight will help create a supportive maker community with practical tools and resources.
What’s In It For You
What I’m offering:
A 15–20 minute maker‑to‑maker chat (phone or Zoom) A chance to share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what you wish existed. An optional summary of the top lessons I’m hearing from other makers once my research is done
What I’m NOT doing:
No selling, no pitch - No adding you to a marketing list without your clear yes. Your stories stay private, and if I ever share examples, they’ll be anonymous
Building a Creative Community:
Share your experience and help shape a supportive, creative community for candle makers. Your stories and lessons will guide future tools and resources that fit real‑life candle businesses—even in changing times and a shaky economy.
Who I’d Love to Hear From
Creative Entrepreneurs
I’d love to hear from you if: You sell candles (or want to) and feel stuck on branding, labels, or pricing. You’re curious about running candle workshops for extra income. You’ve made mistakes you wish someone had warned you about. You’re an experienced maker with lessons, stories, and “I wish I’d known…” moments to share.
Stay-at-Home Moms
I’d love to hear from you if you’re at home with kids and dreaming about using candle making as a side income or creative outlet. Maybe you’ve sold a few candles, or you’re still in the “research and supplies” stage. Your insight helps me design simple, realistic plans that fit around nap times, school runs, and family life—not a full-time workday.
New and Emerging Candle Makers
I’d love to hear from you if you’re just starting out—maybe you’ve sold at one or two markets, to friends and family, or are getting ready to launch your first line. You might feel stuck on labels, safety info, or what to bring to your first event. Your insight helps me spot the early roadblocks so I can create resources that make those first steps less confusing and less expensive.
Seasoned Candle Makers
I’d love to hear from you if you’ve been making and selling candles for a while and have real stories, lessons, and “I wish I’d known this sooner” moments. You’ve probably tested markets, pricing, labels, and maybe even workshops. Your insight helps me see what truly matters long-term so I can help newer makers avoid common mistakes and focus on what actually works.
Let’s Get Started
Want to share your experience or volunteer for a quick interview?Email me at: hello@candlebestie.com
Or fill out the form below and I’ll reply within 2 business days.