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California Candle Company: An Interview with Agape Candles

My childhood memory of making candles goes back to when my older brother came home from college and was eager to teach my siblings and me the craft of candle making. 

Ok, the date was sometime in the 70’s so our candles were bright and psychedelic! 

Does anyone use that term psychedelic anymore?

You can imagine that as a young girl, I was so excited to make some colorful and multi-scented candles. 

But, today this post is not about me but my talented colleague and friend. I want to introduce to Rachel and her company, Agape Candles. Her candles are gorgeous and luxurious with their sophisticated scents and beauty.

I’m lucky to have them displayed around my home, and I hope one lucky winner will have that chance to own one of her candles. At the end of this interview, we will share how to enter this fun candle giveaway.

So grab a coffee or tea and let’s get to know Rachel. 

 

 

Agape Candles

 

california poured soy candles

Rachel Rae owner of Agape Candles

 

Interview:

HHN: How did your love of candle making get started?

Agape Candles: I have always loved mixing scents. As long as I can remember I have mixed my perfumes or lotions to the exact fragrance, I feel this defines me for that day. I started making candles for my home because I felt like I wasn’t able to find an exact fragrance in a candle that spoke to me. It was important to me that when creating this line, the different fragrances would capture you and invoke a sense of comfort but also uniqueness.

 

 

The perfect soy vegan candle

Belgian Linen Candle

 

HHN: What was your first candle sale? And to whom? 

Agape Candles: Growing up my mom always had the house perfectly decorated and a candle going. I remember walking down the hallway and could smell her major stash of the of Partylite candles she kept in the cupboard – oh, the 90’s! She had multiples for every season. So naturally, my sweet Mama was my very first sale and is still the biggest Agapé Candles fan! And of course, now she has a lifetime supply!

My first big candle sale was to The Owl Box @OwlBoxVintage, a vintage and gift boutique in the heart of downtown Tracy, CA. They are passionate supporters of local makers and artisans. The owners Gail and Rachel – a Mother and Daughter duo – have been great mentors to me throughout this journey and they also carry my full line in their boutique! 

 

 

 

hand poured soy candles

 

HHN: If you could have a dream vacation where would it be and why? 

Agape Candles: I’ve given this quite a bit of thought and narrowed it down to two! First and foremost I would go to the decor motherland, Magnolia Market! I would spend the day eating Joanna’s famous cupcakes and shop ’til I dropped! Then, rent a U-Haul and road trip it back home, stopping at all of the amazing antique and vintage shops Texas to California has to offer! 

My international destination would be Santorini. I’ve always wanted to stay in one of those white stucco homes built in the hills, overlooking the sea with the strum of a Spanish guitar playing in the background. 

 

 

California candle company

 

HHN: What are your goals for 2017? 

Agape Candles: I’ve always set New Year Resolutions, but this year I decided I would have a word to go by. My word for this year is Flourish. This goes for all aspects. Firstly, my business is really like my baby. I want it to grow and flourish, not just with the success of sales, but also with the message that is behind it. The meaning for Agapé is the highest form of love. It is the most unconditional and encompassed love that exists. Agapé is the word used for the love God has for his children. I would also love to expand and flourish in boutiques throughout the U.S and lastly, I would love to try to learn a second language fluently!  ¿Habla español? or pouvez-vous parler français?

 

 

 

agape candles

Mediterranean Mango

 

HHN: What is your favorite scent? 

Agape Candles: Oh gosh, it always depends on my mood. But my absolute favorite is Lavender. There is something so soothing, yet refreshing about it. It reminds me of a warm spring day, and that’s my favorite. A close second would be grapefruit! I always have Fresh Pompelmo burning in my home.

 

 

hand poured candles

 

HHN: What is your favorite thing to collect? 

Agape Candles: I absolutely love collecting bottles. Old wine jugs and apothecary’s vessels are timeless to me. I love to think that with so much forever changing in this day and age, we have kept the same concept when storing a fine wine or seltzer. It’s neat to see the different designs of glassware over 100 years or so.

 

 

soy candle making

 

HHN: What are some important things you do when making your candles? 

Agape Candles: Production wise, I always make sure everything is clean, lined up and organized before I even start mixing and pouring. So, I like to turn on good music that pulls my creative side out – sometimes it’s a Pandora station like John Coltrane, and sometimes it’s Santana!  I also strongly feel it’s important that when you are making something by hand, you are doing it with love and good intention. I pray over each batch and put all of my positive energy into it. Besides, nobody likes bad juju!

 

Thank for your patience, here is the candle giveaway information. So, please drop us a comment below, and that counts as an entry. If you sign up for my newsletter subscription that counts as another entry. If you already are a subscriber to Happy Happy Nester, please mention it in your comment. This giveaway is for US citizens. Also, the winner will choose a candle of their choice. The giveaway ends 10:00 pm Pacific Standard time, January 30, 2017. Thanks, everyone and have a great weekend!

Cheers,

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  1. Melinda says

    January 21, 2017 at 8:16 am

    I would love to win a beautiful candle!

    Reply
  2. Jamie Purvis says

    January 21, 2017 at 9:07 am

    These candels look amazing. I would love to give one a try.

    Reply
  3. Catherine says

    January 21, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    Which is your best selling scent? Forgot where I first saw Agape candles, fell in love with the simplicity and every decor I see them displayed in. Wish I lived close to the owl box so I could smell each scent and also shop there. Lots of pretty treasures for decorating your home.

    Reply
  4. Ushanie Aloysius says

    January 21, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Ahhh these look wonderful. I would love to win this giveaway.

    Reply
  5. Cassie Haskins says

    January 22, 2017 at 10:34 am

    what a wonderful article! So much more goes into your candies than I knew. 2017 should be an amazing year for Rachel and I wish her the best in all her endeavors ❤

    Reply
  6. Jodie Kammerer says

    January 22, 2017 at 10:36 am

    I love Rachel’s candles!! And it’s so nice to read through your interview! It makes it more special to own something when you have a personal connection to the company, the brand, the maker! These candles are as beautiful to look at as they are to smell…and your gorgeous pictures totally highlight their beauty! Stunning, Janine!

    Love,
    Jodie

    Reply
  7. Marla says

    January 23, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    I’m loving your candles and I so love supporting small business owners. Winning or not, I think your message and love for what you do is great.

    Reply
  8. Lisa L. says

    January 25, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    Those candles look great! Fingers crossed… although if I win the hardest part is picking just one scent.

    Reply
  9. Lisa L. says

    January 25, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    Just signed up for the newsletter

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  10. Gladys says

    January 26, 2017 at 11:28 am

    Would love to win a candle!

    Reply
  11. Nicole Petrovsky says

    January 26, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    I have been loving all the shots you have with the agape candles in them, I have been wanting to buy one myself but I just recently moved into my own home (a fixer upper) on December 31st so I haven’t had the extra cash to buy one yet. I would love to win one and try it out and recommend it to all my close family and friends and then buy one in the near future once I get our home all set up and established. I love your messages and how you support small businesses. I have been following you on instagram and I am obsessed with all your work!

    Reply
  12. JeriLynne Clifford says

    January 26, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    I can’t wait to smell them. Smells bring such memories!

    Reply
  13. Alicia M says

    January 27, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    Those candles look great!

    Reply
  14. Betty Rodriguez says

    January 27, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    Candles are such mood changers, they transport you somewhere else for a little while. I have been a follower of both of you and really admire your crafts, thank you

    Reply
  15. Kelly says

    January 27, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    I would love to win any of her candles! They look beautiful and I’m sure smell delicious. Candles make a house cozy.

    Reply
  16. Colette says

    January 27, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    I would love to win one of these lovely candles.

    Reply
  17. Shannon williams says

    August 10, 2017 at 10:00 pm

    Reading this got me really excited to try your candles! The grapefruit will probably be my first pick!

    Reply

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