Our journey, handcrafted with passion

Welcome to Burning Embers Candles, where every flame tells a story. Discover the heart behind our handmade soy candles, crafted with love in Mittagong NSW, Australia.

I didn’t set out to become a candle maker. Like many meaningful things in life, it started quietly — with a need for calm, for comfort, and for something that felt like mine.

At the time, life felt busy and overwhelming. I was searching for a way to slow down, to create space where I could breathe and feel grounded again. Lighting a candle became a small ritual — a moment of peace in the middle of everything else. But over time, I became curious about what went into that experience. The scent, the warmth, the atmosphere — how something so simple could shift my mood so completely.

That curiosity turned into creativity.

I started experimenting with making my own candles, learning through trial and error, pouring wax late at night, testing scents, and discovering what felt right. What began as a personal escape slowly grew into something more meaningful. Each candle became more than just a product — it became a reflection of intention, care, and the desire to create moments of calm for others too.

Making candles taught me patience. It taught me to embrace imperfection and to appreciate the process, not just the outcome. Most importantly, it reminded me that even small things — like the flicker of a flame or a familiar scent — can bring comfort, clarity, and connection.

Today, I continue this journey not just as a maker, but as someone who believes in the power of slowing down. Every candle I create carries that original intention: to help others pause, unwind, and find a little peace in their everyday lives.

This is more than a hobby. It’s something I’ve built with heart, and something I’m proud to share.

Amber x


Dusty and Ollie aren’t just dogs.. they’re the heart and soul behind every candle. As the official mascots and self-appointed scent supervisors, they take their roles very seriously (well… mostly).

Ollie with a nose for comfort, (and food) is all about the warm, cozy scents.. the kind that make you want to curl up with a blanket and stay awhile. If a candle passes Ollie's inspection, you can be sure it carries a sense of calm and home.

Dusty on the other paw, is the adventurous one. Always curious, always exploring, he’s drawn to brighter, playful fragrances, the ones that spark joy and bring a little energy into the room. If Dusty gives his enthusiastic tail wag of approval, you know it’s something special.

Together, they make the perfect team balancing comfort and curiosity, calm and creativity. Every candle is lovingly “tested” (sniffed, napped near, and occasionally guarded) by Dusty and Ollie before it ever reaches you.

Because around here, nothing gets the paw of approval unless it truly feels and smells just right.

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From a creative spark to Burning Embers

Experience the calm with Burning Embers

"The care put into these candles is obvious. Each one brings such a lovely, calming atmosphere to my home."

A happy Burning Embers customer