Tulip Candle

The Tulip candle is perfect for your Imbolc altar, as it is an early blooming Spring flower. Available in it's natural colours red, orange, pink, purple and white or plain golden beeswax.

Tulips symbolise rebirth and new beginnings, as they are one of the first flowers to bloom in Spring. They are a classic symbol of deep, unconditional love, making them a popular choice for expressing affection.

Candle Colour Meanings:

Red - Often associated with love, passion, energy, courage and protection. May improve motivation, confidence, willpower, physical strength, courage and determination. In some cultures, red candles are to honour the past and our ancestors.

Orange - Increases energy, creativity, enthusiasm and success. Can also represent joy, communication, confidence and mental stimulation. Use to promote positive thinking, justice and change, as well as for courage and attraction.

Yellow - Symbolises joy, happiness, and intellect. Yellow candles are often lit to attract positivity, enhance communication and promote mental clarity. Yellow is also associated with creativity, success and achievement.

Pink - Pink tulips can symbolise affection and caring. Pink candles are often used to enhance love, self confidence, compassion and emotional healing.

Purple - Purple tulips can represent royalty and elegance. Purple is commonly linked to the higher realms and spiritual growth, making it a good choice for meditating and connecting with your intuition. It is believed to enhance psychic abilities and facilitate spiritual transformation. Known for its calming and relaxing effects, ideal for those seeking peace and tranquility. Can also act as a shield against psychic attacks and negative energies.

White - Symbolises purity, clarity and spiritual enlightenment. Can represent a clean slate for spiritual practices and evoke a sense of peace and serenity, creating a calming atmosphere. Helps with spiritual awakenings, connecting with the divine and higher consciousness. Used in rituals for cleansing negative energies and promoting healing. In some cultures, white candles are used to honour the departed and pray for their eternal rest. White candles can always be used as a substitute for any other colour in your spiritual practices.

Specifications

• Dimensions: ~4.5x3.5
• Wax: plain or dyed 100% pure New Zealand beeswax or pure vintage (1998) naturally aged white beeswax
• Colours: Red, orange, pink, purple, vintage white or natural golden yellow
• Scent: Unscented, natural honey
• Wicks: Cotton, square braided
• Burn time: ~5hours

Candle Instructions

• The first burn should be for at least 1 hour, so that the melt pool reaches the edges.
• To increase burn time and minimise flame size - keep wick trimmed to 1cm before each lighting.
• To maintain an even burn - carefully push any unmelted petals into the wax pool as candle burns down.
• Ensure candle is on a level surface in a proper holder, large enough to capture any dripping wax.
• To extinguish the flame without smoking - dip wick into wax pool using an appropriate utensil and stand it back up for easy relighting.
• Always burn candle within sight and never leave unattended.
• Keep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets.
• If you prefer to use it as decor and enjoy it for longer, that is great too! Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth.
• Colours may vary slightly as each one is mixed by hand in small batches.
• Colours may vary slightly as each one is mixed by hand in small batches.
• As each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.