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Sweet Peas of Various colours growing within a wigwam
How We Design a New Candle Fragrance
From sweet peas by the front door to fragrance samples sitting under glass domes, every Recycled Wax scent begins with an idea, a memory or something we simply cannot stop... Read more...
What to Do With Old Candles
Old candles do not always need to go straight in the bin. Here’s how to use them up, clean the jars, save the wax, recycle what you can, and understand how leftover candle wax can become new Recycled Wax candles. Read more...
Gifts for Him, Gifts for Her—Or Just Gifts They’ll Actually Love?
Gifts for Him, Gifts for Her—Or Just Gifts They’ll Actually Love?
Why do we always feel like dad needs yet another pair of socks, or mum would love another scented candle? (We're not bashing scented candles, we had a whole business... Read more...
How to Spot Greenwashing: A Guide for Conscious Shoppers
How to Spot Greenwashing: A Guide for Conscious Shoppers
Richard was recently a guest on a podcast talking all about greenwashing in larger companies, you can listen here!   At Balfern Grove, we believe in transparency. With sustainability becoming... Read more...
10 Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Sustainable
10 Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Sustainable
Making small, eco-friendly changes at home can have a really big impact. 🌍 Whether you’re just getting started, or you're already a sustainability pro, there are plenty of simple ways to... Read more...
Fernweh Pottery: Handcrafted Beauty from the Scottish Countryside
Fernweh Pottery: Handcrafted Beauty from the Scottish Countryside
At Balfern Grove, we’re thrilled to partner with small, independent makers like Jenny from Fernweh Pottery. Each ceramic piece from Fernweh Pottery is meticulously handcrafted in Jenny’s countryside studio in... Read more...