Once Upon A Vela

Once Upon A Vela Once Upon A Vela is a candle company based out of Gulf Breeze, Fl. I started making candles with our youth at church for Mother's Day a couple of years ago.

Pure, simple and hand-poured with love
My name is Jessica Hall and I own Velasita Candle Company. I knew I had to continue making candles. Each candle contain 3 simple ingredients: wood wicks or with a lead-free cotton wick, 100% American grown soy wax and premium fragrance and essential oil blends. l LOVE candles and I wanted a candle with a meaning and beautiful scent. As candle lovers we all lo

ve a beautifully scented candle, but what we really love are candles that give off an aromatic experience once lit. With a rustic tin and crackling wicks or soft cotton wick, you will find a pleasant aroma. All of my candles are hand-poured upon order in my studio. I hope my natural soy candles can help your home feel more home-y

Trust that any candle ordered from me will only be created with eco friendly and safe ingredients. You will be supporting a handcrafted US business when you purchase from me.

To all the small business moms—The ones answering emails during nap time, packing orders after bedtime, and building dre...
05/10/2026

To all the small business moms—
The ones answering emails during nap time, packing orders after bedtime, and building dreams in between school runs, laundry, and exhaustion…
I see you. 🤍
Your business may be small, but the sacrifice, love, and courage behind it are not. Every late night, every prayer, every “maybe one day” is planting seeds for something bigger.
You’re not “just a mom” and you’re not “just a small business.”
You are building a legacy while raising one.
So if today feels messy, slow, or overwhelming… remember: some of the strongest businesses are built by women carrying both babies and burdens at the same time.
Keep going, mama. Your family is watching faith, resilience, and hard work in real time. ✨
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04/11/2026

We’re back 💕
Just in time for spring and summer!

Remember after you burn the candle you can reuse salsa bowls, coffee mug, etc!

Come smell the love, grab your favorite, and support small this weekend. ✨🕯️

This Easter, may we remember the One who called us to shine. ✨Jesus said, “You are the light of the world.” — Matthew 5:...
04/05/2026

This Easter, may we remember the One who called us to shine. ✨

Jesus said, “You are the light of the world.” — Matthew 5:14

In a world that can feel heavy, dark, and uncertain… be the light.
Be the kindness.
Be the peace.

Be the reminder that hope still lives here.
This season, light a candle as a symbol of His love, His sacrifice, and the light He placed inside of you. 🤍🕊️

He is risen — and because of Him, we shine.

03/18/2026

✨ NEW DROP: A Candle You’ve Never Seen Before ✨ 10 oz soy wax.

She’s not just a candle… she’s a whole experience 💛

Introducing our Yellow Flower Seasoning Jar Candle 🌼

Inspired by cozy kitchens, abuela’s table, and the beauty of everyday moments.

🕯️ Comes in a porcelain jar with lid + spoon
☕ Reusable for your cafecito, sugar, or spices after

🌿 Designed to bring warmth, peace, and a little nostalgia into your home

Because around here… we don’t just light candles,
we tell stories + create moments ✨

💭 Imagine this:
A slow morning, café de olla brewing, sunlight coming through your window… and this candle glowing beside you.

That’s the feeling. That’s the vibe.

💛 Perfect for gifting
💛 Perfect for your kitchen aesthetic
💛 Perfect for your “light the season you’re in” moment

Comment “FLOWER” if you want first access 🌼
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03/15/2026

✨ Light the Season You’re In ✨

Life comes in chapters.
Some are joyful. Some are heavy. Some are quiet seasons of waiting.

That’s the heart behind Once Upon a Vela.
Each candle represents a season of the soul—a reminder that every chapter of your story has purpose.

🕯 When you light this candle, take a moment to pause.
Reflect on where you are, breathe deeply, and remember that even the hardest seasons don’t last forever.

Because every story has a turning page.

Light the season you’re in.
Your chapter matters. 💛

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Packed with care from start to finish 📦We double-wrap, cushion, and secure every order so your candles arrive just as pe...
02/07/2026

Packed with care from start to finish 📦

We double-wrap, cushion, and secure every order so your candles arrive just as perfect as when they left our hands.

02/07/2026

We’re back 💕
Just in time for Valentine’s, our limited-edition scents are here to set the mood—sweet, cozy, and made to be gifted (or kept 👀).
Come smell the love, grab your favorite, and support small this weekend. ✨🕯️

02/01/2026

💌✨ Valentine’s candles are coming to Palafox Market ✨💌
Hand-poured with love, made to set the mood, and perfect for gifting (or keeping 👀).

Come smell the romance, find your favorite, and fall in love at first light.

If you're in Gulf Breeze or Navarre area, you can find our candles !


First LightFirst Light captures that sacred moment when the day is still quiet — when the house is calm, the coffee is w...
01/18/2026

First Light

First Light captures that sacred moment when the day is still quiet — when the house is calm, the coffee is warm, and light slowly fills the room. It’s the feeling of a fresh start without pressure, a reminder that grace meets us where we are.

This scent was created to feel clean, comforting, and grounding — not overpowering, not trendy — just familiar in the best way. A candle meant for mornings at the table, prayers spoken softly, or evenings when you need your home to feel like a refuge.

Inspired by heritage, faith, and the simple beauty of everyday life, First Light welcomes anyone into the warmth of home — no matter where you come from.

12/25/2025

Christmas dinner at our house 🎄🍽️
What’s the one dish that has to be on your table every year?

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Gulf Breeze, FL

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+19408867733

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