I’m so happy to finally say… Petersham Cottage Candles is open!
It’s been such a journey getting here. The past few months have been filled with late evenings in the kitchen, wax pilled up on the counter, test wicks everywhere, and a steady parade of fragrance oils lined up along the worktop. There’s been spiced berries one day, smoky tobacco the next, and sometimes a blend of both drifting through the cottage at the same time
My kitchen table hasn’t looked like a kitchen table for a while now, more like a little candle workshop with jars, labels, and pouring jugs permanently taking up residence. But honestly? I’ve loved every minute.
There’s something incredibly grounding about melting wax on the stove, stirring in a new scent, or trimming wicks by hand. Each candle has been poured slowly, labelled carefully, and made with a huge amount of heart. Most of the fragrances are inspired by the small, comforting moments of cottage life, the kind that make a house feel warm and lived-in.
And now, seeing it all finally come together…
Shelves quietly filling up, candles curing in their rows, parcels ready to send out… it feels a little surreal, but in the most wonderful way.
This is only the start of the adventure.
Through From the Cottage, I’ll be sharing the behind-the-scenes bits, the scents I’m working on, the ups and downs of market days, cosy cottage moments, and a few things I’ve learnt (often the hard way!) along the journey.
You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok where we’ll be sharing glimpses of daily life in the cottage kitchen, from the first pour of the day to the gentle flicker of a finished candle.
Thank you for following along and for all the kind words, encouragement, and excitement as we’ve prepared to open our doors. It means the world to us, and we can’t wait to share what comes next.
With warmth,
Gareth
Petersham Cottage Candles