Written by Lauren Kuykendall
Wee Mindings, meaning “little gifts” in Scottish, hand-crafts candles in a small workshop overlooking a Zen garden. Sold at pdXchange and Portland Homestead Supply Store. Mason Jar candle in “Pacific Coast”, $14 www.weemindings.com
Proceeds of Shine candles go to survivors of human trafficking in the Unites States. Hand poured with love into recycled wine bottles, these fragrant soy candles shine a light and make a difference. “Ravensara”, $28 shinelifestyle.co
Molly Muriel products are made in small batches by hand using all natural ingredients. “Perfect Harmony”, $18 www.mollymuriel.com
Topaz Sanctuary candles are made in alliance with cosmic forces in unique fragrances. “Rosewood + Ylang Ylang”, $45 www.topazmagic.com
Give a gift from LightWorks Candles — each one of its vegetable palm wax candles are handmade and include a one-of-a-kind agate. Amber agate candle in “Teak”, $18 www.lightworkscandles.com
