WAKE UP AND SMELL THE CANDLES: 5 DELIGHTFUL CANDLE SHOPS ACROSS NEBRASKA

Cold weather marks Nebraska's coziest time of year, and no cozy home is complete without a great candle! So, whether you are looking to add to your collection or want that one great candle to soothe the mind, this list will give you some of the best local shops to scratch that itch.

Farmhouse Candle scent on display

Prairie Girl Candle Co.

From the town of Benkelman comes a candle company whose roots run deep in the prairie. Owner Amanda Johnson wanted to “create an affordable candle line with scents that capture the memories and nostalgia that surrounds its unique heritage.” Prairie Girl’s candles are environmentally friendly, support American farmers and come in many great scents from Colorado skies to Amish kitchens. Keep an eye out for Prairie Girl candles in stores all over the state as well as on their website. 

Wax Buffalo Haymarket Storefront

Wax Buffalo

Born in Lincoln comes a candle company celebrated all over the nation. Wax Buffalo is a beloved woman-owned candle company whose mission is to create beautifully imperfect small-batch, handmade products for the modern home. This shop prides itself on its unique collection of classic and seasonal scents all made sustainably and ethically sourced in the USA. If you want a candle that will keep you coming back for more, grab a wax buffalo candle in one of their two Lincoln locations or make your own at one of their candle-making classes. 

Sugar Shack candles on display

Sugar Shack Country Candles

For candles with vibrant colors, unique scents and reasonable prices, look no further than Sugar Shack Country Candles. Sugar Shack prides itself on their commitment to craftsmanship and quality in every candle. No mechanized equipment is used to produce their candles, meaning all products are hand-poured, labeled and packaged. Their dedication to quality means they only use the best fragrances and all cotton wicks. Sugar Shack’s candles can be found at many retailers across the nation, online and at their store in Edgar

Good Life Candles on a shelf

Good Life Candles & Crafts

From a husband-and-wife team comes a candle shop with a passion for everything scented. At Good Life Candles & Crafts, you can find candles, wax melts, soap, lotion, lip balm and so much more made with the impeccable quality you can only get from a small business.  With every candle, you can expect natural ingredients that are locally sourced from our great state. Find their products online and in-store at their downtown Ralston location. 

Couple standing in front of the Dundee Candle Co storefront

Dundee Candle Co.

This unique candle-making experience is built around personalization. With over 80 scents to choose from, you can work with a group or with a scent consultant to craft the perfect candle. Dundee Candle Co. is nestled into the Dundee Memorial Park Historic District in Omaha and is owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team. If you want to share a fun moment with your partner, do crafts with friends or plan an event for your organization then Dundee Candle Co. is the place for you. 

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