S&A Candles

04/02/2026

Big news from S&A Candles! 🎉

We’re excited to announce that we’ll soon be making perfumes — inspired by some of the most popular big-brand fragrances you love! All handmade with care right here in Stoke-on-Trent.

We want your help! Let us know in the comments which designer or high-street perfumes you’d love to see us create similar scents for. Your suggestions could be the first ones we make!

Thanks for supporting local — and watch this space for updates!

03/02/2026

💕 Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! 💕
Looking for the perfect gift? Treat your special someone (or yourself!) to our gorgeous Wax Melt Hampers (£20) or adorable Love Hearts wax melts Boxes (£10). Hand-packed right here in Stoke-on-Trent — these are full of beautiful scents and sweet vibes that’ll make anyone smile.

Limited availability! To order, just send me a message.
Let’s make Valentine’s Day extra special this year! ❤️

20/10/2025

10/10/2025

✨🎄 Christmas Candles Have Arrived! 🎄✨

Get your home ready for the holidays with my new Christmas candles, available now at Stall 14 in Longton Market or by messaging me directly! Each candle is £15 and hand-poured with care to bring some extra warmth and festive spirit into your space.

Right now, you can choose from these cozy scents:
🍪 White Chocolate Christmas Cookies – sweet, creamy, and just like fresh-baked treats.
❄️ Winter – crisp and comforting, perfect for chilly nights.
🌲 Christmas Tree – that classic evergreen aroma that instantly feels like Christmas.

A few more festive scents will be arriving over the next few weeks, so stay tuned!

Pop by Stall 14 or drop me a message to order. Hope you find the perfect candle for your Christmas season! ✨🕯️

09/10/2025

🎃 Halloween Wax Melt Bouquets Are Here! 🎃

Ready to bring some spooky scents into your home? My Halloween wax melt bouquets are available to order now in 7 unique (and seriously fun) fragrances, each one capturing the magic and mystery of the season:

🕸️ 31 October: A warm spicy blend drifting on a musky breeze—perfect for autumn nights.
🐺 Werewolves Are Fur Real: Spicy cardamom and black pepper, with a fierce woody mix of oudh, sandalwood, leather, and patchouli. Wild and mysterious!
☕ Liquid Web: Rich coffee beans and chocolate liqueur swirled through steamed milk, topped with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.
🧙 Melted Witch: Fruity and wickedly delicious—white rum, blue curacao, crème de peche, apple, pineapple, lemon, and grapefruit.
👻 Exorcism: An intoxicating, woody oriental with citrus, florals, spice, and a deep base of woods, leather, amber, and oudh.
👁 Haunting: Cumin and chili over cool juniper, finished with white cedarwood, sandalwood, moss, and suede.
🌑 Superstition: Dark and mysterious—bergamot, neroli, black pepper, cardamom, juniper, sage, birch, vetiver, cedar, patchouli, oakmoss, leather, and amber.

Each bouquet is £13. You can message me on Facebook or WhatsApp to order.

These make the perfect Halloween decor and will fill your home with incredible scent—just in time for spooky season! 🕷️🦇

28/09/2025

🍂 Autumn is here and so are my Pumpkin Spiced Latte wax melt bouquets! 🍂

If pumpkin spice season is your happy place, you’ll love these: creamy espresso, warm cinnamon, and sweet pumpkin all swirled together into a rich, cosy scent that fills your home with those classic autumn vibes. Think crisp air, knitwear, and everything you love about this time of year.

You can find my autumn wax melt bouquets at Stall 14 in Longton Market for £13 or just message me if you’d like to order! Want a different scent or color? No problem—just get in touch and I’ll make something special for you.

These bouquets look gorgeous as autumn decor, but you can also melt them and fill your home with the scent of the season. 🍁

Hope you love them as much as I do!

28/09/2025

18/09/2025

We’re really excited to share that Hopes and Favours is joining forces with some amazing local makers as part of a brand-new community called Stall 14 🎉

This means that by following Stall 14 Facebook or Stall 14 Instagram, you’ll be able to shop all of our products and discover gorgeous creations from:
✨ Jenni’s Jewels
✨ Pet Portraits by Mazey
✨ I’d Rather Be Sewing Bags
✨ Blue Bat Creations
✨ S&A Candles
✨ Kilns and Things – Handmade by Joanna

It’s a one-stop shop to support local talent and treat yourself (or a loved one) to something special 🛍️💛

👉 Come give Stall 14 a follow and be the first to see what we’ve all been working on together!

14/09/2025

20/07/2025

Handmade Wax Flower Bouquets by S&A Candles 🌸

Looking for something special? Our beautiful wax flower bouquets are made from 100% soy wax and crafted by hand, just for you. Each bouquet is unique, perfect for brightening up your home or giving as a thoughtful gift.

Made to order — £12.99 each.
Message me to order or ask any questions!

Thank you for supporting handmade and small business 💛