Yankee Candle Articles
News, sneak peaks, tips, tricks and candle care!
Wedding Day Inspiration
Find the perfect gifts, accessories and fragranced candles for the special day – whether you’re a guest or the lovely bride-to-be.
Personal Fragrance (Small Jars)
Our small jars are great for sampling fragrances. It's also known as a ‘personal’ fragrance as you use it on your office desk when you are working or on your dressing table etc. It's not meant to be used in large spaces as the fragrance pool is small so that the...
In Loving Memory of Yankee Candle founder Mike J. Kittredge
We at Yankee Candle South Africa are saddened to hear about the passing of our founder Michael J. Kittredge. A visionary, Mike began Yankee Candle in his childhood kitchen, a humble beginning that would grow into one of the largest candle brands in the world – a...
Repurposed Yankee Jar – Planter
Re-purposed yankee jar Planter One way to re-use your empty Yankee Jar is by turning it into a planter or succulent Terrarium. We'll show you how. Our last two blogs showed you how to remove the excess candle wax from your Yankee Candle Jar and how to remove the...
Yankee Jar Sticker Removal in 2 Easy steps
Remove Sticker in two easy steps Well don't sweat it because we have the answer and all it takes is two very simple steps. STEP ONE Grab your hairdryer, switch it to it's highest heat setting. Then blow dry the sticker. Ensure you spread the heat...
Candle Care Tips
BASIC CANDLE CARE A great candle experience begins with proper candle care and maintenance. Here are some important burning tips... To get the most out of your much loved Yankee Candle, there are a few things you can do to ensure it lasts and burns correctly so you...
The Three Basics of Candle Safety
Basics of Candle Care At Yankee Candle, we produce over 200 million candles a year. Over a billion in the last five years alone. We are devoted to the superior craftsmanship of every candle we make...from the wax to the wick. It is part of what has made us the...
Importance of Wick Trimming for Yankee Candles
Wick trimming might seem like a minor detail, but it plays a crucial role in the performance and longevity of your Yankee Candles. Here's why it's essential: 1. Prevents Soot Build-Up: A trimmed wick ensures that the flame burns cleanly, reducing the amount of soot...
How to Store Your Candle Properly
/How to Store Your Candle Properly The candle wax and fragrance oils we use in our candles are sensitive to both temperature and light, so please be careful when storing candles for an extended period of time. If you store your candle, be sure it is in a cool, dry...