Lighting a candle for you

By Kath Gannaway
IT’S two years since Kirsten Zeidler and her team opened Burning Passions in Yarra Glen and they are excited to be celebrating with the launch of their new Scarlet Collection.
What started as a hobby making candles at home has grown dramatically and Kirsten says the passion she has for her craft is burning brighter than ever.
Their Scarlet Collection includes all the elements available in their popular Classic Collection – candles, melt blocks and reed diffusers, but is very much a boutique product.
“We have developed this new collection with special occasions in mind,” Kirsten said, adding that any item in the collection would make a beautiful gift.
The stunning frosted tumbler with its stylish chrome lid is the signature of the Scarlet Collection.
As with all their products the Scarlet Collection uses only natural waxes, pure essential oils or high quality fragrance oils and scents.
“Because the natural waxes burn at a much lower temperature than paraffin they last up to 50 per cent longer and they hold the fragrance much better so you get the beautiful scents coming through to the very end,” Kirsten explained.
There are more than 60 fragrances in a range of sizes and designs to choose from including those in the aromatherapy collection which are specifically designed to allay anxiety, promote relaxation or energy, or create some other particular response.
Florals, such as lavender and sandalwood, are the biggest sellers, but Kirsten said perfume replicas, including Chanel No 5, Angel and White Linen, which are included in the new Scarlet Collection are also very popular.
Burning Passions can also provide theme candles – scents and colours – for special occasions such as weddings and other functions or put together gift packs to suit individual requirements and budgets.
In addition to the environment and health benefits which come from using natural ingredients, there is an additional bonus for the environment with a discount on purchases when customers return the glass containers to be re-used.
The Scarlet Collection launch, between noon and 5pm on Saturday, 7 May, is a great time to visit Burning Passions, meet the creators of the wonderful new Scarlet Collection and enjoy the beautiful aromas and relaxing atmosphere of this beautiful shop.
Burning Passions is at 7B Bell Street, Yarra Glen. Phone 9730 1722.