Large Glowing Snowflake Candle
Turn down the lights and watch this candle come alive
This stunning 18cm white snowflake candle is handcrafted in Eswatini using the ancient millefiori technique. As it burns, the intricate snowflake pattern glows from within, casting a magical shimmer across your home — like watching winter light dance across the walls.
Made from clean-burning wax with a hardened outer shell, it’s not just a candle. It’s a reusable lantern. Once the core burns down, simply place a tealight inside to keep enjoying its seasonal sparkle.
Handmade, Fair trade, Vegan and Unscented
✨ Features & Benefits
❄️ Striking Snowflake Design – Brightens any winter setting with festive charm
🔁 Reusable Outer Shell – Drop in a tealight after burning to use it again and again
🕯️ Long Burn Time – Approx. 85 hours of warm, flickering glow
🖐️ Handmade in Eswatini – Created using a millefiori wax art technique
♻️ Eco-Conscious – Made from recycled wax and ethically sourced
🌍 Fair Trade Certified – Your purchase supports artisan livelihoods in one of the world’s poorest countries
📏 Size & Materials
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Size: Approx. 18cm high x 8.5cm wide
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Burn Time: ~85 hours
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Wax: Recycled paraffin wax, clean-burning and unscented
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Wick: Lead-free cotton
(Candle holder or heat-resistant surface required for use.)
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🕯️ Candle Care
To enjoy your candle safely and make the most of its reusable outer shell:
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Keep the wick trimmed to ¼ inch (0.6 cm)
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Burn for short sessions (1–2 hours) to protect the outer shell
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Always place on a heat-safe surface
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Snuff gently (don’t blow out) to preserve the wick
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Pour off molten wax to maintain a strong flame
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After use, insert a tealight to enjoy the glow again
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🌟 About the Makers
Your snowflake candle is handmade by the artisans of Swazi Candles, pioneers of fair trade in Eswatini since 1982. Working from a vibrant workshop in the Malkerns Valley, they’ve developed a globally loved craft that brings colour, light, and livelihood to their community.
Swazi Candles is a founding member of SWIFT (Swaziland Fair Trade Association) and empowers makers with living wages, shared profits, and decision-making roles.
🌍 Why It Matters
Over 40% of Eswatini’s population lives below the poverty line. When you choose fair trade, you’re not just buying a beautiful candle – you’re supporting dignity, independence, and creativity in one of the world’s most under-resourced regions.
Add warmth, wonder, and meaning to your winter decor – and let this snowflake candle shine all season long.
Karakorum introduces you to artisans of the world and the beautiful stories behind their products. This ethical home decor brand is a joyous celebration of traditional crafts, small business and fair trade practices.
Karakorum is named after the former capital of the Moghul Empire, one of the most important cities on the Silk Road, despite its small size. Likewise, the brand is a small-but-mighty route for trade from around the world.
A scroll through the Karakorum collection is like looking into the shop window of global artisans. Find candles crafted in Eswatini alongside Indian throws, Moroccan lanterns and Guatemalan sugar skull mugs.
All Karakorum products have a special story and significance. Even more importantly, everything in the range is ethically made and sourced. That means the makers get a fair wage, there’s no exploitation in the supply chain, women are treated equally and the local community benefits from Karakorum’s trade.
Whether you’re after a memorable, meaningful gift or a piece you can show off in your own home with pride – the Karakorum collection is the place to find it.