Notes from a Chandler

housewarming gifts on wooden table with candles and smudge sticks and bath salts

Thoughtful New Home Gift Guide

Moving into a new home is a milestone worth celebrating - and the right gift can make it even more special. From personalised hampers to eco-friendly touches, here’s why candles...

Thoughtful New Home Gift Guide

Moving into a new home is a milestone worth celebrating - and the right gift can make it even more special. From personalised hampers to eco-friendly touches, here’s why candles...

softly lit candle on wooden tray with moss and sprig in living room

Why Some Candles Smell Stronger Than Others

Ever wondered why some candles fill a room with fragrance while others barely scent the air? From wax type to wick size, discover what really affects a candle's scent strength...

Why Some Candles Smell Stronger Than Others

Ever wondered why some candles fill a room with fragrance while others barely scent the air? From wax type to wick size, discover what really affects a candle's scent strength...

Tunneled candle with unmelted wax around the edges, set on a rustic wooden surface with wick trimmer and matches nearby.

Why Do Some Candles Tunnel - and How Can I Fix It?

Tunnelling candles can be frustrating, but they're not a lost cause. Learn why it happens - whether from burn habits or manufacturing flaws - and how to fix it safely...

Why Do Some Candles Tunnel - and How Can I Fix It?

Tunnelling candles can be frustrating, but they're not a lost cause. Learn why it happens - whether from burn habits or manufacturing flaws - and how to fix it safely...

A styled arrangement of furoshiki-wrapped gifts including a square box, a bottle, and a soft pouch. Each is tied with care and adorned with natural accents like rosemary sprigs and dried orange slices on a vintage table.

Furoshiki Gift Wrapping: A Beautiful, Reusable ...

Discover the art of furoshiki - an elegant, reusable alternative to gift wrap. Learn how to wrap beautifully without waste, with step-by-step tips, care advice, and creative reuse ideas.

Furoshiki Gift Wrapping: A Beautiful, Reusable ...

Discover the art of furoshiki - an elegant, reusable alternative to gift wrap. Learn how to wrap beautifully without waste, with step-by-step tips, care advice, and creative reuse ideas.

The Art of the Simmer Pot: A Natural Approach to Home Fragrance

The Art of the Simmer Pot: A Natural Approach t...

Discover the soothing ritual of simmer pots - a natural, low-waste way to scent your home using dried botanicals. We explore their history and benefits, and include DIY tips and...

The Art of the Simmer Pot: A Natural Approach t...

Discover the soothing ritual of simmer pots - a natural, low-waste way to scent your home using dried botanicals. We explore their history and benefits, and include DIY tips and...

Sustainable Self-Care: How to Create a Low-Waste Wellness Ritual at Home

Sustainable Self-Care: How to Create a Low-Wast...

Looking after yourself shouldn't cost the Earth. Discover how to create a low-waste, eco-friendly self-care ritual with Ralph's Orchard favourites.

Sustainable Self-Care: How to Create a Low-Wast...

Looking after yourself shouldn't cost the Earth. Discover how to create a low-waste, eco-friendly self-care ritual with Ralph's Orchard favourites.