Browsing

Set the Mood

Romantic ambiance is only a local candle away

Naturally Lou Candles: Soy candles made with phthalate-free fragrance and decorated with vintage materials. 8 oz, $10. Find at the Providence Flea.

Made From RI: Soy candles with cotton wicks poured to last up to 80 hours. 16 oz, $21.95.

Aster Candle: Love from Rhode Island Collection pure soy candles are scented with essential oils. $12 each.

Providence Candle Company: Pure soy candles, sustainably sourced and blended with essential oils. 4 oz tin, $7.

Shore Soap Company: Nautical-themed, phtalate-free soy candles handcrafted in Newport. Tumbler, $25 each.

Orange Cat Candle Co.: Hemp-wicked, soy, non-toxic candles made with seasonal scents. 8 oz, $11.50.

Posted Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:16 am

By Lauren Vella

Whether you’re entertaining a group of guests for an intimate dinner, or relaxing at home by yourself, nothing creates a calming atmosphere quite like the soft, ambient flicker of candlelight. Candles provide the ultimate sensory experience – they’re aesthetically pleasing, smell delectable, and provide the smallest bit of heat to make your home welcoming and cozy. Here are five Rhode Island-made candles, with their own unique scents.

Photo 1: Naturally Lou Candles

Photo 2: Made From RI

Photo 3: Aster Candle

Photo 4: Providence Candle Company

Photo 5: Shore Soap Company

Photo 6: Orange Cat Candle Co.