Just Wicks Blog

Just Wicks has been my go-to for buying gifts for a few years now. They have something for everyone so I have put together a bit of a “gift guide” which will hopefully help you when buying presents for friends and family. Sorry to mention it in September… but we all know Christmas is just round the corner so we need to start getting organised because if you’re anything like me you’ll be running around the week before and ordering things on express delivery before you know it!

This year more than ever I know people will...

Everyone is conscious about looking after the environment and so we should be, we should be proud to love where we live and making small changes helps this even more! Here are just a few ways that we are working to be more and more environmentally friendly than ever!

1. Imperfect Wax Melts

Usually when we pour a batch of wax melts, candles or anything else including wax there is always a little bit that is spare, we batch these up as Imperfects and sell these to you guys at only £1, this saves it going to waste and gives you...

Introducing our newest collection - Village Pottery! 

This collection encapsulates the very British countryside and the cute variety of houses that you see as you pass through winding streets and endless fields. 

Village Pottery are designed individually in Stockport, and from design take around 3 to 4 months to make. Each one is finished by hand, including the glaze which is applied one by one. You will never find one the exact same as the other and that is what makes them so wonderfully unique. They are also exclusive to the UK and Ireland, you won't find them in any other...

Picking a Wax Burner

There are an amazing range available from tealight burners, to electric plug in burners, and there are even mini electric burners that plug directly into your wall outlets. 

Here is a little overview of each type of wax burner to give you an idea of what might be best for you

Tealight Burner - usually a small to medium sized ceramic sculpted burner, in a classic shape or can also come in novelty shapes such as houses, beehives and other seasonal classics. There is a built in well to add your chosen melt to, they are simple and easy...

There are lots of different ways to change your wax from your wax burners once the scent has faded and you're ready for a new one. We've compiled all of the tips and tricks that we know into one place for you to find a technique that works for you!

1. Cotton Wool

This is a simple method and all you need is a few cotton wool balls or pads, and for your wax to be at a melted stage. If your wax is not melted then turn on or light your wax melter and allow the wax to fully...