Christmas Candles – Angels, Trees, Snowmen

🎄 Christmas Candles – because electric lights aren't enough

Do you remember how Christmas smelled at your grandmother's house? Pine needles, cinnamon, honey, and wax. Christmas candles are all about bringing that authentic light and fragrance back to Christmas. No flashing LED strings from China. We handcraft them at our farm in Královské Poříčí, and each one is slightly different – because Christmas is never the same.

A story that touched us (and made us laugh a little)

Last December, a woman from Prague called: "I need 50 little angels for the kindergarten. Each child should have one." We made them – each with a slightly different face, a different smile.

After Christmas, she wrote: "The children named the angels. We have Pepík, Anička, even Darth Vader (he didn't turn out quite right). Some of the children didn't want to light the angels because 'they would feel sorry for them.' Now they have them on their shelves at home."

Since then, we've been making angels with "character." Some are smiling, others look serious. People choose them according to their mood.

What do we make for Christmas?

👼 Angels (bestseller #1)

From 5 cm babies to 20 cm guardians. White, gold, silver. Some children draw eyes on them with felt-tip pens (we don't recommend it, but we understand).

🎄 Christmas Trees

Mini (10 cm): For the plate with Christmas cookies
Medium (15 cm): A classic for the table
With gold/silver glitter: Sparkles like the real thing

⛄ Snowmen

The only snowmen that will survive until April. We make them with a hat, a scarf (carved), a carrot (orange wax). Cuteness level 100.

🌲 Pine Cones

They look like real ones, they smell like the forest. Grandmothers love them – "like a walk in the forest."

⭐ Stars and Spirals

For those who want something more modern. Spirals create hypnotic shadows when burning.

🚀 Astronauts (yes, really)

It started as a joke. Now we have orders for "space Christmas." An astronaut under the tree = a conversation starter.

🔔 "Zvonkovka" (historical form)

A cylinder with bells and ornaments. The mold is from 1952. When we use it, it's like a time machine.

The scents we make (and why)

Pine: A classic. Smells like the forest. It's our best seller.
Cinnamon: Warm, sweet. Perfect with mulled wine.
Honey: Delicate, subtle. For those with allergies to everything.
Citrus + pine: A fresh combination. Modern Christmas.
Vanilla: For lovers of Christmas cookies.
Unscented: When you just want the light.

How to create a Christmas atmosphere (proven tips)

🕯️ Advent wreath, our way

4 cylinders of different heights. Each Sunday, you light one more. The heights symbolize the approaching Christmas.

🏠 Wax Nativity Scene

Angel + Christmas tree + star = instant nativity scene. Children love it because they can play with it.

🪟 Window full of light

5-7 candles of different shapes on the windowsill. In the evening, it looks magical from the outside and inside.

🎁 Candle as a gift

Wrap it in kraft paper, add a sprig of pine. It looks 10 times more expensive than it is.

Who buys Christmas candles?

Mothers: "For the atmosphere" (and 5 minutes of peace from the children)
Grandmothers: "It reminds me of my childhood"
Minimalists: "Better than kitschy decorations"
Teachers: "For the classroom, it calms the children"
Single people: "At least something Christmasy"
Companies: "A gift for clients that isn't wine"

Custom options

Corporate Christmas candles: Logo + Christmas motif
Family sets: The name of each family member on the candle
Alternative colors: Black Christmas? Pink? Rainbow? Why not.
Mega sizes: 50 cm Christmas tree? We can do it.
Special shapes: We've already made Yoda, the Grinch, and Maria Theresa

Frequently asked questions

When should I order so that it arrives before Christmas?
By December 15th, you're good. After December 20th, there's an express surcharge or personal pickup.

Will the candles last until next Christmas?
Yes, but why would you want them to? Light them this year, and we'll make new ones next year.

Can I have a gold angel with pink wings?
You can even have a rainbow unicorn if you want. Christmas is only once a year.

Which candles do children like the most?
Astronauts and snowmen. Angels are more often bought by parents "for the children."

Can you make a Christmas candle with a photo?
Technically yes, but it looks strange. We recommend classic motifs.

🎅 Christmas wisdom: Electricity failed for the first time on Christmas in 1882 (when Edison lit the first Christmas light bulbs). Before that, only candles were lit. And you know what? People enjoyed Christmas more then. Maybe it's time to turn off the flashing lights and light a candle.

📞 Order Christmas light: 723 913 541 or info@svitsol.cz
Basic shapes in stock from October. Custom orders and special requests 7-10 days. Santa has helpers in Královské Poříčí.