The short answer: the best Christmas candle gifts match the person. Flo's Candle House makes hand-poured soy candles shaped like 13 dog breeds and cats for pet lovers. Sculptural candles suit someone who has everything, and wax melts or mini candles under £10 suit Secret Santa. Order by Thursday 10 December for Christmas delivery, or by Monday 14 December with Express.
Updated 3 November 2026 by Flo, founder of Flo's Candle House, Caldicot, Wales.
Key facts
- The last order date for Christmas delivery from Flo's Candle House is Thursday 10 December 2026 with free delivery, or Monday 14 December with Express (£6.99).
- Every candle is hand-poured to order and dispatched in 3–5 working days, with free tracked Royal Mail UK delivery and no minimum spend. Express orders are made first and dispatched within 3 working days by Royal Mail Tracked 24.
- Royal Mail's last recommended posting dates for Christmas 2026 are Fri 18 Dec for 2nd Class and Mon 21 Dec for 1st Class. Special Delivery Guaranteed runs to Wed 23 Dec.
- Christmas candle gifts start at £4.95 for a pack of five soy wax melts. Dog breed candles cost £9.50 to £14.50.
- You can send a photo of the dog or cat before ordering, and we'll tell you which colour is closest.
- 48% of UK office workers budget £5 to £10 for a Secret Santa gift, in a 2024 survey by instantprint.
- UK fire services, citing the Fire Kills campaign, link candles to around 300 casualties a year.
- There are 8 scents plus Unscented. Snow Angel and Apple & Cinnamon are the most festive.
This guide helps you find the right Christmas candle for each person on your list, choose a colour and scent, decorate safely, and get it delivered in time.
In this guide
- What are the best Christmas candle gifts for everyone on your list?
- Are candles a good Christmas present?
- How much should you spend on a Christmas candle gift?
- What are the best Christmas candle scents?
- Should you burn a decorative Christmas candle or keep it?
- Soy or paraffin: which is better for a gift?
- How do you decorate with candles at Christmas?
- How do you use candles safely at Christmas?
- Are wax melts a good Christmas gift?
- When is the last order date for Christmas 2026?
- Where can I buy handmade Christmas candles near me?
- How do I choose and order a Christmas candle?
What are the best Christmas candle gifts for everyone on your list?
The best Christmas candle gift is clearly chosen for that person, with a shape that matches what they love, such as their dog, their cat or their books. Pick a colour that suits their home and a scent they'll enjoy, or Unscented if you're unsure. A generic jar candle in the wrong scent often ends up in a cupboard.
Use this table to find a starting point, then read the section for that person below.
| Who it's for | Our suggestion | Price | Why it works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog lover, dog mum or dog dad | A dog breed candle in their dog's coat colour | £9.50–£14.50 | It looks like their own dog |
| Cat lover | Cat candle | £11.50 | Six colours to match their cat |
| Someone who has everything | Ribbed sphere, arch or bow | £11.50–£13.50 | Decorative first, candle second |
| Book lover | Stacked books candle | £12.50 | Made for a bookshelf |
| Baby's first Christmas | Teddy bear or baby elephant | £12–£12.50 | A keepsake for the nursery shelf |
| Teacher, teaching assistant or nursery staff | Flower candle or wax melts | £4.95–£9 | Small, useful and a little different |
| Secret Santa | Wax melts, flower candle or mini French bulldog | £4.95–£9.50 | Fits the usual £5–£10 budget |
| Stocking filler | A pack of five soy wax melts | £4.95 | Light, small and fits in the toe |
| Clients and staff | Branded logo candles | £12 each, minimum 10 | Your logo on the label |
| Someone grieving a pet | An unscented breed or cat candle | £9.50–£14.50 | Something to keep, not burn |
What do you buy a dog lover for Christmas?
For a dog lover, choose a candle sculpted as their own dog's breed, in a colour close to their dog's coat. Flo's Candle House makes thirteen breeds, from £9.50 for the mini French bulldog to £14.50 for the labrador and schnauzer. You can send us a photo first and we'll help match the colour.
Find their breed below. Where no colours are listed, the candle comes in our standard six: Ivory/Cream, Warm Biscuit/Sand, Chocolate Brown, Charcoal/Near Black, Sage Green and Blush Pink.
| Breed | Candle | Price | Size | Coat colours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labrador | Labrador candle, a sitting puppy | £14.50 | 9.2cm tall | Ivory, Biscuit/Sand, Chocolate, Charcoal, Sage, Blush |
| Schnauzer | Schnauzer candle | £14.50 | 10cm | Ivory, Biscuit, Chocolate, Charcoal, Grey |
| Shiba Inu | Shiba Inu candle | £13.50 | 9.8cm | Red, Sesame, Tan, Cream, White, Black |
| Chow chow | Chow chow candle, lying down (new for October 2026) | £14.50 | 6.8cm tall, 10cm long | Biscuit, Chocolate, Charcoal |
| Shih Tzu | Shih Tzu candle, a mini | £11.50 | 5.5cm tall, 6.5cm long | Ivory/Cream, Biscuit/Sand, Chocolate, Charcoal, Warm Grey |
| Cocker spaniel | Cocker spaniel candle | £10.50 | 6.5cm | Standard six |
| Cockapoo | Cockapoo candle | £10.50 | 6.5cm | Standard six |
| Cavapoo, labradoodle, goldendoodle, maltipoo | Doodle & teddy dog candle | £10.50 | 6.2cm | Standard six |
| English bulldog | English bulldog candle | £10.50 | 7.4cm | Standard six, plus Grey |
| Westie | Westie candle | £10.50 | 7cm | Ivory/White, Cream |
| Basset hound or bloodhound | Basset hound candle | £10.50 | 7cm | Tan, Liver, Sandy, Black, Red |
| Dachshund (sausage dog) | Dachshund candle | £10.50 | 5.8cm tall, 8.7cm long | Chocolate, Tan, Cream, Red, Black, Blue/Grey |
| French bulldog | French bulldog candle, a mini | £9.50 | 5.2cm | Standard six |
All thirteen are in our dog candles collection, and more breeds are on the way. For breed-by-breed ideas beyond candles, see our complete guide to dog breed gifts. Its breed-by-breed section has ideas for labrador, cockapoo, cocker spaniel, sausage dog, French bulldog, Westie, schnauzer, English bulldog, basset hound, Shiba Inu, and cavapoo and doodle owners.
Plenty of owners include the dog in Christmas. According to Pets at Home research reported by Retail Times (2025), 54% of pets get their own Christmas present. That's a retailer survey, and it doesn't state a sample size.
Can I get a candle that looks like my dog?
Yes. Flo's Candle House sculpts candles in thirteen dog breeds, and you choose the coat colour closest to your dog. Send us a photo before you order and we'll tell you honestly which shade is the best match. This works for a surprise gift too: any clear photo of the dog will help.
- Find the breed in the table above. If your dog is a cross, pick the shape it most resembles. The doodle & teddy dog candle covers cavapoos, labradoodles, goldendoodles and maltipoos.
- Take or find a photo in daylight, showing the main coat colour.
- Send it to us through our contact page before ordering.
- Order the colour we suggest, then choose a scent or Unscented.
The coat colour section of our dog breed gift guide shows how each colour maps to real coats.
What is a good Christmas candle for a cat lover?
A good Christmas candle for a cat lover is a sculpted cat in a colour close to their own cat's coat. The cat candle from Flo's Candle House is 8cm tall, costs £11.50 and comes in six colours. It's a calmer alternative to the jokey cat mugs many cat owners already have.
Send us a photo of the cat if you'd like help choosing the colour. Many cat candles end up on a shelf rather than lit, which is fine. If you'd like something for a llama fan instead, the llama candle is £11.50, and the full animal candle collection is on one page.
What do you buy someone who has everything?
For someone who has everything, choose a gift that's simply lovely to look at, because they already own the practical things. A sculptural candle such as the ribbed sphere (£11.50), featured in Good Housekeeping UK's December 2026 issue, is decorative first and a candle second.
The arch pillar (£13), bow candle (£13.50) and butterfly candle (£13.50) are good choices too. For a bigger present, pair two shapes in one colour, such as a sphere and an arch, so they look like a set on a mantelpiece. Colours vary from shape to shape, so check each product page. Browse them all in the sculptural candle collection.
Our guide to sculptural candles covers styling, and its candle care section is worth passing on with the gift.
What is a good Christmas gift for a book lover?
A good Christmas candle for a book lover is one that belongs on their bookshelf. The stacked books candle from Flo's Candle House is £12.50 and is shaped like a small pile of books. It sits neatly between real books or beside a reading lamp, lit or unlit.
Pair it with a book you know they want, or with a pack of Vanilla or Sandalwood wax melts for a cosy reading-corner present.
What is a good gift for a baby's or puppy's first Christmas?
For a baby's first Christmas, a sculpted teddy bear (£12) or baby elephant (£12.50) makes a keepsake for a shelf. For a puppy's first Christmas, choose a breed candle in the new puppy's coat colour. Both are best kept unlit as decorations.
The teddy bear comes in colours including Powder Blue. The elephant comes in Warm Grey, Blush, Powder Blue and Ivory. Choose Unscented for a nursery, and keep any candle well out of a child's reach. For new dog owners, our new puppy gifts collection brings the options together. Our guide to candle gifts for special occasions covers new babies and christenings in more depth.
Are candles a good teacher gift?
Yes, candles make a good teacher gift when they're small, inexpensive and a little different, since a teacher may receive several at Christmas. A shaped candle stands out. A flower candle at £9 or a pack of wax melts at £4.95 is a thoughtful amount that won't feel awkward.
Is it OK to give a teacher a Christmas present at all? A small, personal gift with a card is a common way to say thank you. If you're unsure, check the school's own policy on gifts. If the teacher loves their dog, a mini French bulldog at £9.50 is a nice surprise.
Teaching assistants, nursery key workers and lunchtime staff are easy to forget. The "any 3 packs for £12" wax melt offer lets you thank three people for about the price of one bigger gift.
What can I give the dog walker, groomer or postie for Christmas?
For a Christmas thank-you to a dog walker, groomer or postie, a small gift under £10 is plenty. A pack of soy wax melts (£4.95) or a flower candle (£9) feels personal without being too much. If you know their own dog's breed, a breed candle shows you really pay attention.
Use the any 3 packs for £12 offer to cover several people, such as the walker, the groomer and a neighbour who feeds the cat. Our gifts under £10 collection puts the small options on one page.
What is a good Secret Santa gift under £10?
A good Secret Santa gift under £10 is something small that still feels chosen, not grabbed from a supermarket till. From Flo's Candle House, wax melts in a winter scent (£4.95), a flower candle (£9) and a mini French bulldog (£9.50) all cost under £10 with free delivery.
That price band matches how most offices play it. According to instantprint's Secret Santa Survey (2024), a survey of 1,000 UK office workers, 48% budget £5 to £10 per gift. Only 1% would spend £30 or more.
Buying for a coworker you don't know well? Choose a unisex gift: the flower candle, or wax melts in Vanilla, Fresh Linen or Sandalwood. Avoid strong florals and avoid guessing at a pet. If they mention their dog, a breed candle wins every time.
What are good candle stocking fillers?
Good candle stocking fillers are small, light and fun to unwrap, like a pack of five soy wax melts that tucks into the toe of a stocking. For a dog lover, the 5.2cm mini French bulldog candle is a lovely find at the bottom. Both cost under £10 at Flo's Candle House.
What can I put in a Christmas Eve box for an adult?
For an adult's Christmas Eve box, add something that helps them slow down, such as a candle or wax melts in a festive scent. Pair it with pyjamas, a film or a hot chocolate. Snow Angel or Apple & Cinnamon wax melts (£4.95) set the mood for the evening before Christmas.
For a dog-loving household, add a small breed candle of the family dog as a keepsake. If the box includes a lit candle, remind them to blow it out before bed.
Are candles good corporate Christmas gifts?
Candles can be good corporate Christmas gifts for clients and teams, especially candles carrying your own logo. Flo's Candle House makes custom-labelled white soy candles in clear glass jars for £12 each, from ten candles, with no VAT added. You approve a real sample first, and they take 3–4 weeks from sample approval.
Each one has a wooden finish and about 30 hours' burn. Delivery can go to one address or many, which helps with remote teams. For Christmas, get in touch early to allow time for the sample.
Tax rules can affect how you budget. According to HMRC (accessed 2026), a staff gift can only count as a tax-free trivial benefit if it costs £50 or less per employee, including VAT, and other conditions apply. For client gifts, according to HMRC (accessed 2026), gifts carrying a conspicuous advertisement are generally allowable if they total £50 or less per recipient. The advertisement must be on the gift itself, not just the wrapping. Check your own case with your accountant.
Everything is on our corporate gifting page, and the corporate gifts section of our special occasions guide goes through the options.
What can you give someone who is grieving at Christmas?
For someone grieving at Christmas, a quiet, keepable gift often means more than anything festive. An unscented candle sculpted in their dog's breed and coat colour, or a cat candle, is one of the gentlest options, because it's something to keep rather than burn. A short, sincere card matters as much as the gift.
The first Christmas without a pet can be hard. Blue Cross offers free, confidential pet bereavement support by phone, webchat and email; you'll find it on the Blue Cross website. Cat owners can also use Cats Protection's Paws to Listen service.
Our guide to remembering a pet covers the first Christmas without them. The pet memorial gifts collection may help, and the same guide covers dog memorial gifts and what to write in the card.
Are candles a good Christmas present?
Candles are a good Christmas present when they're personal, because a shaped candle can be a keepsake as well as something to light. They work less well as a generic default, since scent is personal and some busy homes with young children or pets prefer to avoid open flames.
| A candle works well when… | Think again, or adapt, when… |
|---|---|
| The shape means something: their dog, their cat, their books | You'd be choosing a random jar "just because" |
| You know the scent they like, or you choose Unscented | They dislike fragrance or have a sensitivity (choose Unscented) |
| It will look good on a shelf even if it's never lit | The home is busy with young children or pets (suggest keeping it unlit, or give wax melts and an electric burner) |
| You want a small gift that still feels thoughtful | They already receive lots of candles (go for a distinctive shape) |
Customers often tell us our candles are "too cute to use", and many keep them on a shelf. A sculpted candle is still a good present if it's never lit.
Can I get a personalised Christmas candle?
The most personal candle from Flo's Candle House is one shaped like the recipient's own dog or cat, in their pet's coat colour and their favourite scent. You can add your own words in the free gift message box at checkout. Businesses can have their own logo on a custom label on our branded jar candles.
If you have something more specific in mind, ask us before you order and we'll tell you what's possible.
How much should you spend on a Christmas candle gift?
You can give a thoughtful Christmas candle gift for under £5. At Flo's Candle House, wax melts start at £4.95, most dog breed candles are £10.50, and sculptural candles cost £9 to £13.50. Every price includes free tracked UK delivery, with no minimum spend.
For context, according to Finder (2025), a survey of 2,000 UK adults put planned Christmas gift spending at about £514 per person, across everyone they buy for. A candle gift can fit almost any part of that list.
| Budget | Ideas | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Under £5 | A pack of five soy wax melts (£4.95) | Stocking fillers, teachers, small thank-yous |
| £5–£10 | Flower candle (£9), mini French bulldog (£9.50), or any 3 wax melt packs for £12 split across people | Secret Santa, teachers, colleagues |
| £10–£12 | Most dog breed candles (£10.50), ribbed sphere (£11.50), cat candle (£11.50), llama (£11.50), teddy bear (£12) | Friends, family, dog and cat lovers |
| £12–£15 | Stacked books (£12.50), baby elephant (£12.50), arch pillar (£13), bow (£13.50), butterfly (£13.50), Shiba Inu (£13.50), labrador, chow chow and schnauzer (£14.50) | Close family, the person who has everything |
| £20+ | Two sculptural candles in matching colours, or a breed candle plus wax melts in their favourite scent | A main present that still feels personal |
To see everything festive in one place, start with our Christmas gifts collection or the Christmas gift guide.
What are the best Christmas candle scents?
The best Christmas candle scents are warm, spiced or wintry. In the Flo's Candle House range, that means Snow Angel and Apple & Cinnamon first. Vanilla is the safe choice most people like, and Sandalwood is a woody evening scent for anyone who prefers less sweetness.
Lighter scents suit people who find festive fragrance too heavy. Our candles come in these eight scents or Unscented, and the wax melts come in the same eight scents.
| Scent | How it feels at Christmas | Best room | Gift it to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Angel | A wintry name with a sweet bubblegum, candy and marshmallow scent | Hallway, as guests arrive | Anyone who loves Christmas |
| Apple & Cinnamon | Classic, warm and homely | Kitchen and hallway | Someone who wants that "Christmas smell" |
| Vanilla | Cosy and safe; rarely a mistake | Anywhere | Secret Santa, or when you don't know their taste |
| Sandalwood | Warm and woody, less sweet | Living room in the evening | Someone who dislikes sugary scents |
| Fresh Linen | Clean and airy, a break from heavy festive smells | Bedrooms and bathrooms | A colleague or someone who likes "clean" scents |
| Lavender | Calm and familiar | Bedroom, for winding down | A busy parent or carer |
| Rose | Soft and floral | Bedroom or living room | Anyone who loves flowers |
| Coconut & Lime | Bright and zesty, a reminder of summer | Kitchens and bathrooms | Someone who'd rather skip festive smells |
For more on matching scent to room, see the scent and room table in our wax melts guide.
When should you choose an unscented Christmas candle?
Choose an unscented Christmas candle when it's a keepsake, a memorial gift, for a nursery, or for someone with asthma or a fragrance sensitivity. It's also the safest choice when you don't know their taste. An unscented candle from Flo's Candle House looks exactly the same as a scented one.
Unscented also suits the dinner table, where strong fragrance competes with the food.
Should you burn a decorative Christmas candle or keep it?
You can do either. Flo's Candle House sculpted candles are made from soy wax with cotton wicks, so they can be lit, but the shape changes as they burn. Many people keep breed, cat and sculptural candles unlit as decorations, especially as keepsakes or on a busy mantelpiece.
If you or the recipient decide to light one:
- Stand it on a heatproof plate wider than the candle, because there's no jar to catch melted wax.
- Trim the wick to 5mm before lighting.
- Let the first burn melt the whole top.
- Never leave it unattended, and keep it away from children and pets.
How long does a Christmas candle burn?
Burn time depends on a candle's size, shape and wick, so check the product. Our soy wax melts give about 6–8 hours of fragrance each, and our branded corporate jar candles burn for about 30 hours. We don't list burn times for our sculpted candles: the shape changes as they burn, and many are kept as decorations.
Our sculptural candles guide explains how to burn a shaped candle safely and what to expect.
Soy or paraffin: which is better for a gift?
For a gift, we'd choose soy, for honest reasons rather than health claims: it's plant-based, made from hydrogenated soybean oil. The research on emissions is more mixed than many labels suggest, and fragrance and wick matter as much as the wax type.
All Flo's Candle House candles are 100% natural soy wax with cotton wicks, and they're vegan, with CLP safety labelling on every candle and wax melt. Our guide to soy candles goes through the evidence properly.
How do you decorate with candles at Christmas?
To decorate with candles at Christmas, group them in odd numbers, mix heights and stick to one or two colours. Keep table candles low so guests can see each other, and leave space for food. Candles look lovely unlit too, which is the safest choice near greenery and paper decorations.
How do you decorate a Christmas dinner table with candles?
Decorate a Christmas dinner table with a low, narrow line of candles down the middle, in odd-numbered groups of one or two colours. Small sculptural shapes such as the ribbed sphere won't block anyone's view, and unscented candles won't compete with the food.
- Group in odd numbers. Try a sphere, an arch and a flower candle together.
- Pick a colour pairing that suits your tableware (see the table below).
- Space them out. According to Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (accessed 2026), burning candles should be at least 10cm apart and never under shelves.
- Protect the table. Stand each lit candle on its own heatproof plate, away from crackers, napkins and paper decorations.
- Blow out before the sofa. Put the candles out before everyone leaves the table.
What colour candles suit Christmas?
Ivory, Sage Green and Charcoal suit Christmas best if you want a calm, modern look, while Warm Biscuit and Chocolate Brown feel cosy and rustic. Choose one or two colours and repeat them. Flo's Candle House candles come in soft, muted shades, which sit well with greenery.
| Colour pairing | The look | Works with |
|---|---|---|
| Ivory and Sage Green | Fresh and wintry | Eucalyptus, white tableware, natural linen |
| Charcoal and Ivory | Smart and modern | Black or grey tableware, brass or gold accents |
| Warm Biscuit and Chocolate Brown | Cosy and rustic | Wood, pine cones, kraft paper |
| Blush and Ivory | Soft and pretty | Pale pink baubles, dried flowers |
Colours vary by shape, so check each product page for the shades it comes in.
How do you style candles on a mantelpiece?
Style a Christmas mantelpiece by laying greenery along its length, then placing candles in small groups rather than evenly spaced. Use a taller piece as an anchor and let smaller shapes, such as spheres and bows, fill the gaps around it. On a decorated mantelpiece, keep the candles unlit.
A breed candle of the family dog among the greenery is a lovely personal touch. Never light candles beneath stockings, garlands or anything that could catch.
How do you use candles on shelves, windowsills and in the hallway?
On shelves, tuck small sculptural candles between books or beside a framed photo. In a hallway, a Snow Angel or Apple & Cinnamon wax melt makes the house smell welcoming as guests arrive. Keep candles on windowsills unlit, because they're often close to curtains and blinds.
The stacked books candle was made for a bookshelf. Our sculptural candles guide has more styling ideas for shelves and mantels.
How do you use candles safely at Christmas?
To use candles safely at Christmas, never leave one burning unattended, and keep it well away from trees, cards, garlands and curtains. Stand it on a heatproof surface out of reach of children and pets, and blow it out before you leave the room or go to bed.
The risk is real. According to Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service (2024), citing the national Fire Kills campaign, candles are linked to around 300 casualties a year in the UK. About 31% of candle-related fires result in death or injury.
A short list for the festive season:
- Never leave a lit candle unattended, even to answer the door.
- Keep candles away from decorations: trees, cards, crackers, garlands, curtains and wrapping paper.
- Use a heatproof surface wider than the candle. Sculptural candles have no jar to hold melted wax.
- Keep them out of reach of children and pets.
- Trim the wick to 5mm and let the first burn melt the whole top.
- Read the CLP safety label on every candle and wax melt.
For full burning advice, see our soy candle guide.
Is it safe to put candles near a Christmas tree?
No, don't put a lit candle near a Christmas tree. Trees, garlands, wreaths and cards can catch fire easily, so keep lit candles well away from them and from curtains. If you'd like candles in the tree display, use them unlit as decorations, or choose battery LED candles.
Fire services also advise that you don't burn several candles close together, because they can flare. Keep at least 10cm between lit candles.
Can you leave a candle burning on Christmas Eve or overnight?
No. Never leave a candle burning overnight or when you go to bed, including on Christmas Eve. According to London Fire Brigade (2025), it attended four suspected candle fires in four days over Christmas 2025, including a Christmas Eve fire caused by an unattended candle.
London Fire Brigade suggests battery-powered LED candles for anyone who might fall asleep. Blow candles out properly before bed.
Are candles safe around dogs and cats at Christmas?
Candles can be used around dogs and cats if they're kept high, out of reach and never left unattended. The main risk is fire: according to PDSA (2026), a wagging tail knocking over a lit candle can start a serious fire, and pets can jump onto counters and shelves.
Some owners avoid flames altogether. Pets at Home's 2025 Christmas research, reported by Retail Times, found 12% of owners use artificial candles as a pet-proofing step. Ventilate the room, let pets leave if they want to, and ask your vet if your pet has a breathing condition. The pets section of our soy candle guide goes into more detail.
Are wax melts a good Christmas gift?
Yes, wax melts make a good Christmas gift because they're small, inexpensive, easy to post and easy to get right. From Flo's Candle House, a pack of five 7g soy melts costs £4.95, or any 3 packs for £12, and each melt gives about 6–8 hours of fragrance.
They come in the same eight scents as our candles: try Snow Angel, Apple & Cinnamon or Vanilla for Christmas. Choosing three packs in different scents makes an easy gift. Wax melts must only be used in a suitable wax burner.
They're handy in your own home over Christmas too. Change the scent room by room: Snow Angel in the hallway, Apple & Cinnamon in the kitchen and Fresh Linen in the bathroom.
An electric burner has no naked flame, which some people prefer in a busy house, but it still needs care. According to Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service (accessed 2026), you shouldn't melt wax for more than 4 hours at a time. Never leave a melter unattended, and switch electric melters off at the socket.
Our guide to using wax melts covers burners and safety, and its wax melts vs candles section explains the difference. Browse the full wax melts collection.
When is the last order date for Christmas 2026?
The last order date for Christmas delivery from Flo's Candle House is Thursday 10 December 2026 with free delivery, or Monday 14 December 2026 with Express, earlier than Royal Mail's own posting dates. That's because every candle is made to order: it's poured, set and finished for you, then dispatched within 3–5 working days, or within 3 working days with Express.
For Royal Mail's last posting dates, a day-by-day timeline and what to do if you miss the cut-off, see our Christmas 2026 order and posting dates.
Ordering and delivery
Every candle is made to order and dispatched in 3–5 working days, with free tracked Royal Mail UK delivery and no minimum spend. You can send it straight to the recipient and add a note in the free gift message box in your cart. In a hurry? Express (£6.99) puts your order first in the queue: it's made and dispatched within 3 working days, then sent by Royal Mail Tracked 24. Full details, including returns, are on our shipping and returns page.
How do I send a candle as a Christmas gift with a message?
To send a candle as a Christmas gift, enter the recipient's address as the delivery address at checkout. Then type your message in the free gift message box in your cart. Flo's Candle House delivers free by tracked Royal Mail anywhere in the UK, so you don't need to wrap and post it yourself.
Buying for several people? Place a separate order for each address. Delivery is UK only.
What if I've missed the Christmas order date?
If you've missed 10 December, choose Express at checkout and order by Monday 14 December. After that, email us before you order and we'll tell you honestly whether your candle can arrive in time. You can also buy in person at a Christmas market and take a candle home the same day, or visit one of our stockists.
Our Christmas order and posting dates page lists Royal Mail's own posting dates too.
Where can I buy handmade Christmas candles near me?
You can buy Flo's Candle House candles in person at Christmas markets in Gloucestershire, Bristol and the Forest of Dean from 14 November to 13 December 2026. Three independent shops in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds stock them too. At a stall you can smell every scent and take a candle home the same day.
| Date (2026) | Christmas market or fair | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | Christmas Craft & Upcycle Fair, 10:00–15:00 | Chipping Sodbury Town Hall |
| Sat 14 Nov | Hatherell's Yard Market | Chipping Sodbury |
| Fri 20 Nov | Christmas Shopping Evening, 18:00–21:00 | Dean Heritage Centre, Soudley, Forest of Dean |
| Sat 21 Nov | Noah's Ark Zoo Farm Christmas Fayre | Wraxall, Bristol |
| Fri 27 Nov | Nailsworth GoodWill Evening, 15:00–20:00 | Nailsworth |
| Sat 28 Nov | The Artisan Den Christmas | Frampton Cotterell |
| Sat 28 Nov | Iron Acton Christmas Fayre | Iron Acton Parish Hall |
| Sat 5 Dec | Christmas Under the Edge (CUTE), 16:00–20:00 | Wotton-under-Edge |
| Sun 6 Dec | New Manor Farm Shop Christmas Market | West Harptree |
| Sat 12 Dec | Hatherell's Yard Market | Chipping Sodbury |
| Sun 13 Dec | Clavell and Hind Christmas Event | Elmstone Hardwicke, Cheltenham |
You're welcome to bring your dog to the stall. Card, contactless and cash are taken. Check our markets and events page before you travel.
Our stockists are Heartfelt Wishes in Cirencester, Pudney Pie Cafe near Stroud and simply THE SHOP in Wotton-under-Edge. Each shop stocks its own selection, so call ahead. Our guide to handmade candles near you has addresses and more local detail.
How do I choose and order a Christmas candle?
To order a Christmas candle from Flo's Candle House, pick a shape for the person and choose a colour, sending a photo if it's a pet. Then choose a scent or Unscented. Order by Thursday 10 December (or Monday 14 December with Express), with the recipient's address and a gift message.
- Choose the shape from the dog candles, animal candles, sculptural candles or wax melts.
- Choose the colour. For a pet, send us a photo first.
- Choose the scent: Snow Angel or Apple & Cinnamon for Christmas, Vanilla if unsure, or Unscented for keepsakes.
- Order by Thu 10 Dec (Mon 14 Dec with Express), with their address and your note in the gift message box.
Everything festive is in our Christmas gifts collection.
