Candles vs Reed Diffusers: We Asked Our Visitor Centre Team to Choose
It's a question that we get asked more than any other... candles or reed diffusers? To settle the debate (at least in our Visitor Centre!), we asked our team to...
Skye Candles journey in blog form
60 seconds with ... John, our Graphic Designer
Officially, John is our Graphic Designer. In reality? His role spans far beyond that. While graphic design is at the heart of what he does, John's creative talents stretch well...
A fragrance worth the wait: which scent took James the longest to develop...
For James, creating fragrances has always been at the heart of what he does. While the business has evolved over the years, grown in new directions and embraced exciting opportunities,...
Introducing Our New Reed Diffuser Refills & Spare Reeds
There's nothing quite like walking into a home filled with your favourite fragrance. Whether it's a fresh floral, a cosy seasonal scent or something light and uplifting, our Signature Collection...
60 Seconds With Raghnall: Matchas, Runs and Operations
After a few takes, plenty of laughs, and more than a handful of bloopers, we finally caught up with one of our co-founders, Raghnall, for the latest instalment of our...
How a last-minute idea became the centrepiece of our celebration
As anyone who has organised a big celebration will know, it's easy to get caught up in the logistics. In the run-up to our 20th Anniversary ceilidh and celebration, we...
60 Seconds With... Eilidh: Coffee, the Craic and Candles
For our latest 60 Seconds With... Instagram Reel, we caught up with Eilidh, one of the friendly faces behind Skye Candles. Whether she's welcoming customers in our Portree Visitor Centre...
60 Seconds With Neil: Crafting Candles with Care and Precision
In this edition of 60 Seconds With…, we meet Neil, one of our dedicated candle assistants who has been part of the journey since the early days. Neil joined the...
60 Seconds With Calum: Connecting Customers and Crafting Orders
For our next 60 Seconds With… feature, we’re introducing Calum, a key member of our wholesale team whose journey through the business has come full circle. Calum’s days are busy...
A Comprehensive Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Every Kind of Mum
Creating the perfect Mother’s Day gift can feel like a big task, but some things are classics for a reason. A beautiful luxury candle is always the right choice (even...
60 Seconds With Megan: From Nervous Start to Natural on Camera
For our second instalment in the 60 Seconds With… series, we caught up with Megan, one of our friendly shop assistants at the Portree Visitor Centre. While stepping in front...
60 Seconds With Jordan: From First Pour to Workshop Manager
For the first instalment of our “60 Seconds With…” series, we’re introducing someone many of you may not see day-to-day, but whose work is at the heart of everything we...
The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide by Skye Candles
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and with it comes the annual challenge of finding gifts that feel personal, thoughtful and genuinely appreciated. Whether you’re shopping for a Secret...
The perfect festive fragrance: Winter Warmer
Season’s favourite, the Winter Warmer is the perfect addition to a cosy winter night in. A blend of cinnamon, orange and cloves instantly ignites a festive aroma, making it an...
Candles vs. Reed Diffusers: Which Is Right for Your Space?
As the warmer months roll in, lighting a candle may not feel quite as appealing as it does in the cozy winter season. If you’re looking for a way to...
Soot Problems? Why Your Candles Might Be Misbehaving (and How to Fix It)
Have you ever found yourself frustrated by the black soot that appears around the rim of your candle jar? Soot from candles is a common issue that many people experience,...
