Geometric Pillar Candles

The simple but beautiful pattern of these Geometric pillar candles will make a real difference in any room you’d like to freshen up.

Enjoy and re-use 

Did you know that each of these lovely fairtrade pillar candles lasts around 45 hours, and that you can re-use them?  

They’re made from two types of wax, with the external patterned wax frame being extremely hard and durable. This frame holds its shape, so you can enjoy your stunning candle time and time again by putting a tea light or small candle inside! 

When re-using, we recommend burning the candle down to one-third of its height in order to keep its shape.

A unique and beautiful pattern 

Each candle in our collection has been expertly crafted by professional candle-makers in the mountain kingdom of Eswatini, so you can be sure of exceptional quality. As they’re handmade, no two candles will be exactly the same.

The artisans shape these colourful pillar candles using the ancient ‘millefiori’ technique, which was perfected in Italy to create the finest glass sculptures. This technique was then translated into use with wax.  

“Mighty is geometry; joined with art, resistless.” Euripides

Our Geometric Pillar Candles definitely are unique pieces of art in our opinion. So, make sure to buy one (or more!) if you’d like to decorate your home or surprise a friend with a stunning home-warming present.

As all candles are handmade, please expect some differences in sizing and patterns. 

Size

 Please place a fireproof dish under the candle

Medium Pillar

Approx. 9cm x 9cm

Burn time: approx. 45 hours

User guidance

To get the best out of your Geometric pillar candles, please read the directions before use.

Keep the wick trimmed to 1/4 inch

Place the candle on a suitable container to contain any wax spillage

Burn away from draughts

Extinguish the candle with snuffer or the back of a metal spoon taking care not to damage the wick.

Pour off molten wax if necessary to enhance the flame.

Lean back, relax and enjoy! 

How the candles are made

The wax is coloured by mixing pigments with hot wax, which is then poured into flat sheets.

Sheets are marked, cut and then carefully layered according to the chosen design.

The resulting slabs are compressed, extruded and re-extruded and then sliced into thin veneers.

These veneers are then taken by the candle makers and skilfully stretched over a core of pure white wax and hand made into the desired shapes.
Read more about Swazi Candles here.

Karakorum introduces you to artisans of the world and the beautiful stories behind their products. This ethical home decor brand is a joyous celebration of traditional crafts, small business and fair trade practices. 

Karakorum is named after the former capital of the Moghul Empire, one of the most important cities on the Silk Road, despite its small size. Likewise, the brand is a small-but-mighty route for trade from around the world. 

A scroll through the Karakorum collection is like looking into the shop window of global artisans. Find candles crafted in Eswatini alongside Indian throws, Moroccan lanterns and Guatemalan sugar skull mugs. 

All Karakorum products have a special story and significance. Even more importantly, everything in the range is ethically made and sourced. That means the makers get a fair wage, there’s no exploitation in the supply chain, women are treated equally and the local community benefits from Karakorum’s trade. 

Whether you’re after a memorable, meaningful gift or a piece you can show off in your own home with pride – the Karakorum collection is the place to find it.