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A more intentional home
Our story

A little light, made by hand

Tallow & Thyme began with a pot of rendered tallow, a bundle of garden thyme, and a wish for candles that felt like home.

A candlelit kitchen counter with brass, herbs, and a Rosemary and Oak candle
How we make it

Old ways, gentle hands

Every candle is poured in small batches with grass-fed tallow and coconut wax, then scented with herbs and essential oils. Tinctures are steeped slowly in amber glass. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is made in a factory.

We keep the line small on purpose: a few scents we love, a few pieces for the table, and gift boxes worth keeping.

What we believe

Three small promises

Ingredients you can name

Tallow, coconut wax, cotton, herbs, and essential oils. That's the list.

Made to be kept

Amber glass and brass lids are made for a second life as a cup, a planter, or a catch-all.

Wrapped with care

Every order is wrapped by hand, so it arrives feeling like a gift, even when it's for you.

Say hello

Questions, wholesale, or custom gifts

Send a note and we'll write back within two business days.

Thank you for your note. We'll be in touch soon.

The Kindling List

Slow letters, seasonal scents

New pours, small-batch drops, and the occasional recipe for a simmer pot. Once a month, never more.

Thank you. You're on the list.