Inside the Birgu Candlelight Company studio shop in Birgu, Malta

Makers Talk: Birgu Candles

Makers Talk is our new monthly series where candle makers tell us, in their own words, what it's really like to run their business. The wins, the surprises and the...

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What 10 Candle Makers Learned Selling at Christmas Markets

What 10 Candle Makers Learned Selling at Christmas Markets

There is nothing quite like a Christmas market. So we asked candle makers who have stood behind the table what really works: how they price, what flies off the stall,...

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From Kitchen Counter to Comic-Con: The Story of Moth & Magpie

From Kitchen Counter to Comic-Con: The Story of Moth & Magpie

We absolutely love the name of your brand. Can you tell us the meaning and story behind it? So I originally started up the business with my friend and at...

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How Guillaume Built Ma Lumière from Scratch

How Guillaume Built Ma Lumière from Scratch

My name is Guillaume, which is the French version of William. I'm from France originally, but I've been living in Manchester for the past 15 years now, and I started...

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The EU Chemical Strategy for Sustainability: Straight Answers on What's Changing, and What We're Doing About It

The EU Chemical Strategy for Sustainability: Straight Answers on What's Changing, and What We're Doing About It

You may have heard about something called the Chemical Strategy for Sustainability (CSS) and wondered what it means for you. This article explains what is changing, which of our fragrances...

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From Spare Bedroom to Storefront: The Story of Muir & Me

From Spare Bedroom to Storefront: The Story of Muir & Me

What does it take to turn a passion project into a thriving retail business in just one year? For Mark, co-founder and director of Muir and Me, the answer is...

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How to Scale Your Handmade Candle Business

How to Scale Your Handmade Candle Business

There comes a point in every candle maker's journey where the kitchen table isn't big enough any more. Orders are growing, your brand is gaining traction, and the question shifts...

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