Founder Stories

Coast Candle Co.

August 2, 2025

In the wild Scottish Highlands, Founder of the Coast Candle Co. Janis MacLean has long created the most evocative candle scents, which have now led her to some life-changing collaborations. Here’s her story.

Anna Åström

A story of capturing nature's peace, one tiny brushstroke at a time.

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Whist

A story of resilience, ritual, and quiet belief.

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Asherah Jewellery

The powerful act of preserving culture through craft

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Kate Smith Prints

A story of woodland wonders and finding healing through creativity.

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Kate Smith Prints

A story of woodland wonders and finding healing through creativity.

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Anna Åström

A story of capturing nature's peace, one tiny brushstroke at a time.

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Coast Candle Co.

A story of scent-led memory and the nostalgia of a place we can call home.

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Every Story

A story of transformation, determination, and a commitment to the art of slow, thoughtful making.

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Wildwood Paper

The joys of growing slowly and enjoying the view.

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Whist

A story of resilience, ritual, and quiet belief.

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Asherah Jewellery

The powerful act of preserving culture through craft

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Lore Botanicals

A story of trusting the path and creating something that was always waiting to be made

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Hibi Botanics

HOW A QUEST FOR SKIN HEALTH GREW INTO A FLOURISHING NATURAL SKINCARE BUSINESS.

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Only Through Shadows

An inspiring story of starting over and finding true direction.

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Lam Lighting

On finding a new way of living and keeping a craft alive.

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MadeKind

A story of two friends with a shared vision for creating safe cleaning products.

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Moira Patience

The art of Crafting Bespoke Heirlooms Inspired by the rugged Scottish Landscape.

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Kathleen Appleyard Jewellery

A story of returning to what matters and making space to create again

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Sam Andrew

A story of returning home, rediscovering a craft, and embracing the beauty of making.

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Great House Farm Stores

A story of creativity and connection, from the hills of South Wales.

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Highland & Herringbone

The inspiring journey of a young entrepreneur and her first business.

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Louise Levine

A story of healing, sea air, and following joy through paint

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Poppy Treffry

Turning Passion for Embroidery into a Vibrant Business Rooted in Cornwall.

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Nc’nean

The quiet rebels who are tearing up the whisky rulebook and being led by nature.

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Wild Ona

How daydreaming of childhood Summers inspired a thriving cottage business.

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Hand of Fatima

A story of triumph, transformation and a touch of Mediterranean magic.

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Sarah Breese Design

The alchemy of gathering green and turning it to gold.

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Wild Sage + Co

A story of getting back to ancestral roots and the healing power of plants.

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Norfolk Natural Living

Combining nature & craftsmanship to bring joy to our daily rituals.

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Hilda Carr Pottery

On growing a therapeutic hobby into a global business.

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Breakin’Bread

From a humble family recipe to becoming a deli favourite.

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Rosanna Reade

A story of following curiosity, finding momentum, and storytelling through art

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Emma Britton

An inspiring story of crafting a uniquely recognisable artisan style.

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Bare and Bloom

A story of rediscovery, quiet beginnings, and the power of following curiosity.

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Earthsong Seeds

The Herbalists Bringing Nature’s Medicine Cabinet to Your Garden.

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The Dorset Ginger Company

How one couple turned a favourite local remedy into a growing ginger drinks business.

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Elä Life

How Slowing Down Led to a Brand Rooted in Wellness.

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Prenoa

A story of honouring moments in history and crafting family heirlooms.

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Valentina Karellas

A quietly determined journey into slow fashion and zero-waste design.

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VED COOKS

A STORY OF TURNING FOOD WASTE INTO BEAUTIFUL, SUSTAINABLE TABLE LINENS.

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ALTERME HOME

A story of pivoting and finding true direction.

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Luxe Rebel Leather Co.

A story of crafting heirloom leather garments and redefining fashion as an art form.

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Sunnyfields Apiaries

How Embracing Rural Life Led to a Passion for Beekeeping and a Blossoming Business.

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Sweet + Wild

An inspiring story of crafting the ultimate feel-good food.

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Yarmouth Oilskins

A pioneering founder story celebrating over 120 years of British craftsmanship.

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Chroma Nima

How a Passion for Colour Theory and Ethical Practices Redefined Cashmere Design.

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