Four Years of Shining Bright

The story of the Granite Firefly Candle Company

Four years ago today, I formed the LLC for the Granite Firefly Candle Company. With so many new faces here, I thought I would take this opportunity to reintroduce ourselves and share our story.

The Granite Firefly Candle Company was born from tragedy and necessity. Our lives were suddenly altered in 2021, when Donnie sustained a traumatic head injury. The ensuing months required extensive rest, rehabilitation and an extremely controlled environment. For weeks, he was unable to tolerate either natural light or interior light. Candlelight, however, was agreeable. So, we burned candles, often around the clock to ensure he could safely move about when needed.

As time went on, I started to wonder about another safety issue....the candles themselves. I began to learn that many candles contain various environmental toxins, particularly candles made from paraffin wax. I was also struggling with what to do with all the containers left behind after the candle had burned. While Donnie rested, I began to research.......

After experimenting with many different waxes and pouring techniques, I discovered a clean burning, sustainably sourced wax that could be used to create pillar candles. No toxins, no containers left behind! But more amazing were the unique crystallized patterns that formed as the candles cooled. Feathered and one of a kind, each candle looked different than the one before.

I continued to experiment, and after an extensive amount of trial, error and dozens of test burns, I finally found the right wick for the job. Natural cotton, clean burning. Hot enough to handle the density of the wax, but not too hot to make a mess. Donnie rested. I tested candles....

His condition improved, but many limitations remained. Acknowledging that our lives would never be the same, I decided to officially form a home based business. One that would allow me to be by his side, while generating both an income and a sense of purpose. The Granite Firefly Candle Company was born.

It is because of your support that we are here, celebrating this anniversary. Life today looks a little different than we expected, but the adventure continues in a different way. We have a great year planned, with many fun events ahead and a four day anniversary sale beginning tomorrow, so click below to check out our website. We thank you all for being here!

www.granitefirefly.com