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An Irish hedgerow of gorse in Summer

Why Irish Hedgerows Smell So Magical

Ever walked by an Irish hedgerow in late spring or summer and felt something catch your breath? It’s more than just the fresh air — it’s a heady mix of...

Why Irish Hedgerows Smell So Magical

Ever walked by an Irish hedgerow in late spring or summer and felt something catch your breath? It’s more than just the fresh air — it’s a heady mix of...

An old dusty candle in a cupboard

Can Candles Expire?

You’ve found an old candle tucked at the back of a drawer—maybe one you were saving or simply forgot about. But now you’re wondering: is it still good? Can candles...

Can Candles Expire?

You’ve found an old candle tucked at the back of a drawer—maybe one you were saving or simply forgot about. But now you’re wondering: is it still good? Can candles...

Who Invented Candles?

Who Invented Candles?

Candles have been with us for thousands of years—lighting sacred spaces, guiding travellers, and setting the mood long before electricity arrived. But who actually invented the candle?

Who Invented Candles?

Candles have been with us for thousands of years—lighting sacred spaces, guiding travellers, and setting the mood long before electricity arrived. But who actually invented the candle?

What Is the Tradition of Lighting a Candle in Ireland?

What Is the Tradition of Lighting a Candle in I...

By Dawn, Founder of Tenfire In Ireland, lighting a candle isn’t just about creating ambience—it’s a quiet ritual steeped in meaning. Whether it’s placed in a church, in a window...

What Is the Tradition of Lighting a Candle in I...

By Dawn, Founder of Tenfire In Ireland, lighting a candle isn’t just about creating ambience—it’s a quiet ritual steeped in meaning. Whether it’s placed in a church, in a window...

Can Candles Heat a Room?

Can Candles Heat a Room?

When temperatures drop or the power goes out, there’s something instinctively comforting about lighting a candle. The warm glow, the gentle flicker—it feels like it should make the room cosier....

Can Candles Heat a Room?

When temperatures drop or the power goes out, there’s something instinctively comforting about lighting a candle. The warm glow, the gentle flicker—it feels like it should make the room cosier....

How to Get Candle Wax Out of Clothes

How to Get Candle Wax Out of Clothes

Spilled wax? Don’t panic. Whether you knocked a lit candle over or a few drops landed on your jumper while trimming the wick, wax stains aren’t permanent. With a bit...

How to Get Candle Wax Out of Clothes

Spilled wax? Don’t panic. Whether you knocked a lit candle over or a few drops landed on your jumper while trimming the wick, wax stains aren’t permanent. With a bit...