29/07/2026
“where did you get that?”
“actually… i made it” 🥹
and that’s exactly why handmade will never be the same as mass-produced 🫶🏽
so often I get asked why my candles are priced the way they are, especially when you can buy one from Kmart, The Warehouse or anywhere else for much less.
and honestly? i never take offence 🥰
because I know what’s gone into every single candle I make 💜
every fragrance is carefully chosen. every ingredient and material has been thoughtfully sourced. every batch is hand poured, hand labelled, packed by me, and infused with intention before it ever reaches your hands ✨
it’s not really a comparison because they’re two completely different products!
one is made by machines, produced in the thousands and sitting on shelves across the country (no shade if you prefer that 😙)
the other is made by a real person who gets excited every time an order comes through, remembers your face when you come back, and does a little happy dance with every sale because it means i get to keep creating 🥹
so if you’ve ever wondered why supporting small businesses matters, this is why.
soooooo this saturday, come wander through the The Garden City Mākete Midwinter Christmas Makete from 10am–6pm and meet the incredible local artists, makers and creatives behind every stall 🛍️
every purchase supports a dream, a family, a passion project, and our Christchurch community.
Hope to see you there 💜
