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candle in a concrete vessel // N A M A I
candle in a concrete vessel // N A M A I
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while creating this candle, I was thinking about the goodness of home. about that feeling we chase when we tidy, decorate and make our homes beautiful. (namai means home in Lithuanian.)
I put a lot of my heart and thoughts into it. I hope it brings you as much joy as it brings me.
- a large, heavy handmade concrete vessel
- 12 cm high and 10 cm wide
- black // grey
- a generous 300 ml of soy wax
- also available unscented
- wooden or cotton wick
- 80 hours of burn time
- perfect as a gift: arrives in a thick black cardboard box with a greeting card
Since every piece is handmade, each one is unique. Features such as small air bubbles, slight irregularities or subtle colour differences appear during production because of the nature of the material. Of course, I always aim for the final product to meet your highest standards and mine, but I believe this is exactly what makes each piece special.
Have a question? Write to me! Let's talk. I'll gladly answer anything you'd like to know.
production time
production time
your order will ship within 2–8 business days.
material
material
100% concrete
100% soy wax
essential oils
cotton wick
care
care
concrete may look like a familiar material, but there are still a few care tips I have to mention.
- our pieces are not dishwasher safe
- concrete pieces are sturdy, but they are definitely not indestructible. treat them as you would ceramics or glass
- if something spills on them or they get dusty, just wipe them with a damp cloth
- for stubborn dirt or grease stains, use washing-up liquid or a cream cleaner with the soft side of a sponge
- for white pieces, wet wipes containing alcohol also work well
all our pieces are sealed against water and dirt, so they are easy to clean if something happens. here's a video on what the sealer does:
still, concrete is a porous material and the sealer wears off with use over time, so you can give it extra protection yourself by rubbing in some linseed oil.
how to remove wax from trays and candle holders?
trays are often used for candles. once the candle has burned down and the wax has cooled, remove what's left with a blunt object, then warm the remaining marks with hot air (a hair dryer works) while soaking up the melting wax with a paper towel.
I made a short video about it, have a look:
enjoy, and thank you for supporting a small business and helping big dreams come true!
sustainability
sustainability
we only make as much as is needed. our shelves are not overflowing with unsold pieces gathering dust, which is why you sometimes have to wait a little.
we pack in biodegradable paper packaging (no bubble wrap!), and sometimes even the box your order arrives in is a reused one.
from my hands to your home.
I believe simple things are far from plain, and that clean forms and familiar textures, seen in a new light, bring originality to your home.
I make minimalist interior pieces with a strong character of their own, accessible to everyone.
Every piece is handmade: cast and carefully finished in Klaipėda, Lithuania.
My mission is to offer you modern, stylish home decor made from a material we usually see in industrial settings, and to discover it anew. Planters, trays, candle holders and other concrete pieces don't have to feel cold or gloomy. Browse the pieces and see for yourself.
I truly hope I can make something for you that brings joy and turns a house into a home.
Aurelija