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Tell us the idea.
Upload references, describe the concept, dimensions, quantity, color, fragrance, and intended use.
Original custom candle design
Imagine It. We'll Turn It Into Wax.
Your idea. Your story. Your candle. Start with a photograph, a sketch, a logo, a meaningful object, or simply an idea — we develop the form, create the master and mold, and hand-craft the finished candle for you.
Original designs
Design approval
Handcrafted in soy wax
Not personalized. Personal.
An original candle can begin with nothing more than your idea.
You do not need a finished design
A candle that doesn’t exist yet.
Bring as much — or as little — as you have. A rough sketch, photographs, a logo, a flower, an architectural detail, or a concept described in words can all be starting points.
Visual story
From first inspiration to final candle.
This is how a client’s original inspiration evolves — into a refined sketch, a 3D design, a production-ready master and mold, and finally the finished candle.
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Client Inspiration
A vision for a feminine, timeless piece — graceful, artistic, and serene.
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Sketch
The concept takes shape with a hand-drawn sketch, refining proportions, details, and flow.
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3D Design
A detailed 3D model brings the design to life, ensuring every curve and detail is refined for production.
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Master & Mold
A physical master is crafted and a silicone mold is made, capturing every detail for consistent, high-quality casting.
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Final Candle
The finished candle — a sculptural piece made to bring beauty, calm, and meaning into every space.
More than a candle. A piece of art.
You are not buying an existing candle with a small change — you are commissioning a candle from concept to finished sculptural object.
Start My IdeaOur process
From imagination to wax.
The project is divided into clear approval stages so you always know what is being created before we move to the next physical step.
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We design it.
Your concept becomes a 3D design engineered not only to look beautiful, but to work in wax.
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You refine it.
Custom design projects include up to three rounds of refinements within the agreed creative direction.
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You approve it.
Nothing moves into master and mold production until the final design has been reviewed and approved.
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We make it.
The master, the 3D-printed resin mold, and the finished candle are created, tested, poured, and hand-finished in our studio.
Approval before production.
Small refinements stay within the agreed concept. A completely new subject, a major proportion change after approval, or a new creative direction may require a revised project scope.
Make it truly yours
Define the details that matter.
Instead of hiding critical specifications inside a general notes box, the project brief captures them clearly from the beginning.
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Exact dimensions
Height, width or diameter, and depth are collected separately, in the units you prefer.
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Color development
Choose a direction, describe a shade, or upload a visual color reference for closer matching.
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Fragrance direction
Choose scented, unscented, or ask for guidance based on the design and intended use.
Materials matter
Beautiful design deserves considered materials.
Every custom candle starts with 100% natural soy wax — paraffin is never used. Scented projects use carefully selected, phthalate-free scent materials appropriate for candle making.
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100% soy wax
Clean-burning, natural wax formulated to hold fine sculptural detail.
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No paraffin
The custom collection stays aligned with Votive Candle Co.’s broader material philosophy.
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Phthalate-free scent
Scent materials are chosen carefully for suitable candle applications.
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Designed for the wax
Wall thickness, detail, structure, and wick strategy are considered before the design is finalized.
Sample approval
See the candle before a larger production run.
For qualifying multi-piece orders, the finished design can move through a sample-approval stage before the remaining quantity is produced.
Digital sample review
After the mold is completed, a first candle can be poured and documented with detailed photographs or video for approval.
- Surface and detail review
- Color confirmation
- Overall proportions
- Finishing review
Physical sample option
When appropriate, a physical pre-production sample may be shipped for hands-on review before the larger order proceeds.
- Recommended for larger commercial orders
- Shipping and any sample-specific costs are quoted separately
- Production begins after sample approval
Designed once. Ready to return.
Your candle does not disappear after the first order.
Once a custom design is approved and the production system has been developed, reorders of the same design can move directly toward production rather than beginning the creative process from zero. If a mold eventually requires replacement, it can be reproduced from the approved production design.
Reorder ready.
No new creative-development stage for an unchanged approved design. Changes to size, structure, or creative direction are reviewed as a new variation.
Ownership & exclusivity
Custom does not mean the same thing for every client.
A personal commission and a proprietary commercial product have different needs. Votive Candle Co. can support both without giving away valuable design rights by default.
Standard custom commission
Your original logos, trademarks, artwork, and materials remain yours. Votive Candle Co. retains ownership of the newly created 3D production files, master-making methods, and tooling unless a separate written agreement says otherwise.
- You receive the finished custom candle project you approved
- Your supplied brand assets remain your property
- Your project is never publicly featured without your permission
For brands & signature projects
Exclusive design
Need a candle form reserved specifically for your brand, hotel, event concept, or product line? Design exclusivity or expanded rights can be arranged separately and defined in writing before the project begins.
- Defined exclusivity scope
- Defined term or territory, if required
- Optional transfer or licensing of specific design rights
- Confidential development available by agreement
Payment & project commitment
Clear milestones. No surprise charges.
Custom work requires design time and materials before a finished candle exists, so each project begins with a written scope and payment schedule. Shipping is free on every order, custom included.
Before design begins
You receive a project proposal outlining the agreed concept, deliverables, estimated production requirements, and payment milestones. Custom design work begins after the required design/development payment is received.
Before physical production
Once the 3D design is approved, any remaining production payment due under the proposal is completed before master, mold, or batch production begins. Larger commercial projects may use agreed milestones stated in the proposal.
Frequently asked questions
Know exactly what happens next.
The aim is to make a one-of-a-kind commission feel exciting without making the process uncertain.
How many revisions are included?
Up to three rounds of design refinements are included within the original agreed concept. A new subject, substantially different proportions, or a new creative direction may require a revised scope.
Can I upload photographs, drawings, or a 3D file?
Yes. The inquiry form accepts reference images and common design documents so you can show the idea rather than trying to explain every detail in words. Since this form doesn’t attach files directly, we’ll follow up by email right after you submit so you can send them to us.
Will I approve the 3D design before production?
Yes. The design is reviewed and approved before we create the final physical master and production mold.
Can I approve a sample before a larger order?
For qualifying production orders, yes. A sample can be reviewed through photographs or video, and a physical sample may also be arranged when appropriate.
Do you make candles from pet photos, portraits, weddings, or corporate logos?
Yes — pet portraits, human figures, wedding keepsakes, and corporate or branded shapes are all common commissions. Choose the closest option under "Intended use" below and tell us more in your project description.
Can I reorder the same candle later?
Yes. An unchanged approved design can normally return directly to production without repeating the original creative-development process.
Who owns my logo and brand materials?
You do. Client-supplied logos, trademarks, artwork, and other pre-existing materials remain the client’s property. Rights in newly created production assets are defined by the project agreement.
Can the design be exclusive to my brand?
Yes. Exclusive-use arrangements or expanded design rights can be quoted separately and documented before development begins.
Tell us about your dream candle
You only need the idea.
You do not need a perfect drawing or a 3D file. Tell us what the finished candle should become, and we’ll follow up personally with next steps.
One inquiry = one custom design concept. For multiple different designs, submit each concept separately so each can be evaluated properly.