ABOUT US
Local Candle Co began in 2020 in search of a great natural/earthy scented candle that didn’t cause headaches. Our research found we needed clean fragrances, high-quality wax, and lots of testing! We are inspired by the surrounding natural beauty in Northern Michigan, and the strong sense of pride our local community has for our area. We truly wanted to capture and express that in our brand. Local Candle Co is known for placing unique rocks called Petoskey stones and Leland Blue Slag (native to our area) on top of our candles as an extra keepsake. Hunting for rocks is a nostalgic activity for many people who grew up in or visited our area in the summertime. Several of our products are named after popular Michigan waterways and our favorite local places. We incorporate as many local artisans & resources as possible. This includes buying our wax from a Michigan supplier, collaborating with a local watercolor artist who has produced many of our label graphics, and hiring a local small business to make our wooden lids for us.
Local Candle Co is owned by Kelsey & Kyle, a husband-and-wife team who live in Northern Michigan with their two kids and chocolate lab. They love exploring outdoors, year-round rock hunting, and swimming in Lake Michigan!