Do Good Candles
Do Good Candles is a Sarnia-Lambton small-batch maker of hand-poured soy and beeswax candles, offering shaped and pillar candles along with complementary self-care items such as bath soaks and body oils. The business sells online, at local markets, and through partnered retailers, fulfills custom and personalized orders, and emphasizes clean, safe products with long burn times. A portion of each sale is donated to local charities, reflecting a community-focused giving practice.
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Last updated on Feb 6th, 2026
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Limited-space inaugural event announcement
Do Good Candles is announcing a limited capacity inaugural event in collaboration with @lovebuzz, Con Pepe, and Archie's Superette. Subscribe with your email via the host's site or comment "DIBS" on the post to receive a DM and be notified when tickets are released.
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Pistachio Crème candle
Do Good Candles has started pouring a Pistachio Crème candle due to strong retailer demand, and a few jars were added to @waterbughealth's order for in store sampling. Stop by the retailer to smell the limited jars and tell the maker what you think.
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Summer personal update and knit care endorsement
A short, warm summer update reflecting on savoring creative time and the fact that the author expects about two more summers with Byron before he goes to university. The post also includes a clear endorsement of Leslie at @hockeymommareads and a favorite product, the PurlClean knit care wash in mango apple.
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Market booth supporting Petrolia Community Refrigerator
Do Good Candles will be at the Petrolia market near Home Hardware to support the Petrolia Community Refrigerator, the post notes on 2026-06-06. The booth is a local chance to learn about and support a community food resource, with a personal thank you to Nicole for the introduction.
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Petrolia Eats, Beats & Boutiques participation
Do Good Candles will be vending at Petrolia Eats, Beats & Boutiques on Saturday, 2026-06-06, with $6 from each jar candle sale donated to the Petrolia Community Refrigerator. Expect music, pizzas, a range of local vendors, and a Blackstone giveaway mentioned by a local account.
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Candlemaker experience and safety commitment
Do Good Candles, with five years of candle making experience, emphasizes health and safety as its guiding principle and promises not to sell anything the maker would not burn themselves. That personal commitment suggests careful material choices and tested burn practices you can trust.
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Weekly custom candle sales update
Do Good Candles posted a warm weekly update on 2026-05-24 thanking new and returning customers after a week of custom candle activity. The short message highlights appreciation and the maker driven nature of the business, signaling ongoing custom work and a community focus.
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Asparagus beeswax candle creation announcement
Do Good Candles posted a playful update about making a bouquet of asparagus shaped beeswax candles for a birthday party on 2026-05-16. The announcement highlights the product as a charming handmade idea that can serve as favors or decorative accents, summed up by the line "harvesting asparagus has never been so much fun."
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tin candles
Do Good Candles is showcasing small tin candles that make tidy wedding favours or add on gifts when you pick up a bouquet at @savethedate_sarnia. The post highlights smelling the candles at pickup and calls them out as a timely choice for Mother’s Day and other special occasions.
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Candle collaboration announcement
Do Good Candles announced a collaboration candle made for a cozy, secluded Airbnb property at Millers Lakes, noting the place has a private deck with direct water access. The creator suggests checking the property on Airbnb and is thinking about booking a stay in September or October.
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Fundraising candles — Palo Santo & Satsuma
Do Good Candles and collaborator @calgarykristina created fundraising candles in Palo Santo and Satsuma scents to benefit the Pacers Lacrosse team. The two scents chosen are Palo Santo and Satsuma, and supporters should watch team and community channels for sale and pickup details.
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Mother's Day candle
Do Good Candles is offering a Mother's Day candle intended as a heartfelt gift, available online and at several local retailers including @riverbankandco and @thebridge.patisserie. Visit the listed shops or the brand's online store to smell scents in person and check current stock before Mother's Day.
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Asparagus beeswax pillow candles
Do Good Candles highlights their asparagus beeswax pillow candles as a market favorite that takes significant time to craft and is beautiful to burn. These handcrafted candles are described as conversation starters and offer more than eight hours of burn time, making them ideal for prolonged ambiance.
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Market appearance at Lambton Mall
Do Good Candles will appear at the BBBS Sarnia Lambton market at Lambton Mall on 2026-04-25, inviting visitors to smell their products in person. The vendor post tags @bbbs_sarnia_lambton and @lambtonmall, indicating a local pop up opportunity to meet them at the mall.
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Beeswax candles - approx. 6-hour burn
Do Good Candles reports their beeswax candles give around six hours of burn time based on a live two hour test, and points toward a coordinating pillar candle holder from Riverbankandco available in multiple colours. This brief hands on note highlights steady performance and a styling option for everyday ambiance.
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Finger lime + lemon myrtle candle
Do Good Candles has a tiny remaining run of its Finger lime plus lemon myrtle candle, with only three jars available at @greatlakesrefillco. The scent was sourced from Australia and pairs a pure lime note from finger lime with bright, herbal lemon myrtle, making these jars a rare find for scent collectors.
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Diary of a Middle Aged Entrepreneur
Do Good Candles publishes "Diary of a Middle Aged Entrepreneur," a first person backstory about shifting into product design for a small business. Published on 2026-04-22, the essay reassures readers that it is not too late to pursue the work they were meant to do and speaks directly to those who did not follow a straight path after high school.
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Spring Market Preparation Announcement
Do Good Candles posted a short preview on 2026-04-17 saying they are prepping for the Big Brothers Big Sisters Sarnia Spring Market, and they shared an image note about asparagus prepared earlier. This message is an early vendor update indicating Do Good Candles will have an upcoming full event post with more details.
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Thank-you & small business introduction
Do Good Candles posted a warm Instagram welcome highlighting clean, no fuss candles and a commitment to giving back to real communities. The short intro positions the maker as a small values driven business inviting followers who want to support community minded brands.
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Easter Giveaway
Do Good Candles is running an Easter Giveaway open to anyone in Canada, featuring a Fig Jam Coconut Soy Candle, a Fig Jam Diffuser, and a Guild Chocolate Solid Regal Bunny. Enter by tagging someone in the comments, one tag per comment equals one entry, and the giveaway finishes on March 31, 2026.
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Tomato candle
Do Good Candles spotlights a Tomato candle described as smelling exactly like tomato vines, green and peppery, meant to evoke summer tomato picking. The short brand mention emphasizes its nostalgic garden scent while noting it is a niche fragrance that will not suit everyone.
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Small business celebrates out-of-area online orders
On March 9, 2026 Do Good Candles celebrated two online orders that will be shipped beyond its usual Sarnia Lambton customer base, thanking supporters for spreading the word. The short update underscores that word of mouth and gifting are helping this handmade candle maker reach new parts of Canada.
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Mini pancake size candles - buy 3 get 1 free
Do Good Candles announced a buy 3 get 1 free promotion on their mini pancake size candles, noting they are packing orders and that the candles are travel friendly for March break and soothing at home. The post highlights portable size and multiple scent options, but it does not list price, promo code, or a pickup location.
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Mini pancake size candles
Do Good Candles is featuring mini pancake size candles with a buy 3 get 1 free promotion, pitched as travel friendly for March break and ideal for at home serenity. Orders are being packed now, and the candles come in multiple scents so you can switch fragrances by mood.
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Pillar/Tapered Beeswax Candles
Do Good Candles is bringing small batch pillar and tapered beeswax candles to @riverbankandco on the published day, each offering at least eight hours plus of burn and a slight drip. These handmade candles are produced using @nicolemould mould and are available in very limited quantities, so local shoppers should check in early.
