Discover the State's Coziest Candle Shops
Candles do more than brighten your home, they set the mood, spark memories and make a space feel cozy. Across Nebraska, local candle makers are crafting everything from beeswax blends to personalized candle experiences. Here's some of the best places to shop or pour the perfect candle.
Copper & Wax Co.
Based in Lincoln, Copper Wax & Co. is a small woman-owned business that creates soothing, clean-burning candles using locally harvested beeswax. Founder Mindy Horn, a former massage therapist, yoga instructor and current backyard beekeeper, launched the company with a mission "to bring a sense of calm into our customers' lives." The candles are free of phthalates and made with non-toxic ingredients. Scents change with the season, from Vintage Lemonade in the summer to Patisserie in the winter, offering the perfect fragrance year-round. Shop the collection online or instore and don't forget to say hello to Gin, the "boss bun" and company mascot.
Dundee Candle Co.
This unique candle-making experience is built around personalization. With over 80 scents to choose from, you can work with a group or with a scent consultant to craft the perfect candle. Dundee Candle Co. is nestled into the Dundee Memorial Park Historic District in Omaha and is owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team. If you want to share a fun moment with your partner, do crafts with friends or plan an event for your organization then Dundee Candle Co. is the place for you.
Good Life Candles & Crafts
From a husband-and-wife team comes a candle shop with a passion for everything scented. At Good Life Candles & Crafts, you can find handcrafted candles, wax melts, soap, lotion, lip balm and so much more made with the impeccable quality you can only get from a small business. With every candle, you can expect natural ingredients that are locally sourced from our great state. Find their products online and in-store at their downtown Ralston location.
Prairie Girl Candle Co.
From the town of Benkelman comes a candle company whose roots run deep in the prairie and support others. Owner Amanda Johnson wanted to “create an affordable candle line with scents that capture the memories and nostalgia that surrounds its unique heritage.” Prairie Girl’s candles are environmentally friendly, support American farmers and come in many great scents from Colorado skies to Amish kitchens. Keep an eye out for Prairie Girl candles in stores all over the state as well as on their website.
Sugar Shack Country Candles
For candles with vibrant colors, unique scents and reasonable prices, look no further than Sugar Shack Country Candles. Sugar Shack prides itself on their commitment to craftsmanship and quality in every candle. No mechanized equipment is used to produce their candles, meaning all products are hand-poured, labeled and packaged. Their dedication to quality means they only use the best fragrances and all-cotton wicks. Sugar Shack’s candles can be found at many retailers across the nation, online and at their store in Edgar.
The Candle House
Craft a scent that's unique to you with the personalized experience at The Candle House. Choose up to three scents from more than 100 options to create your candle. Located in the heart of downtown Gretna, The Candle House is an ideal activity for date nights, girls' night out and birthday parties. Pour your candle or shop from a collection of pre-made candles made with 100% natural soy wax and cotton wicks. The Candle House also hosts private events and "pouring parties" in its welcoming event space. Come create, pour and make a candle that's uniquely you.
Wax Buffalo Pure Soy Candle Co.
Nestled into Lincoln's Prescott neighborhood, Wax Buffalo is a beloved woman-owned candle company that's as bold as it is beloved. Known for its small-batch, hand-poured candles, this shop features a mix of classic favorites to rotating seasonal scents. All are sustainably made and ethically sourced in the United States. They've even branched out by creating a line of perfumes with fresh and floral fragrance lines. At Wax Buffalo, you can create your own candles in-store and sip on something from The Small Bar where they offer craft cocktails, mocktails and more. Whether you're looking for your next signature scent or for a fun afternoon activity to create something special for your home, Wax Buffalo is the place to go.
