The Story Behind the Candles

Tilly + Reggie began with a simple love for candles and the comfort they bring to everyday life. Lighting a candle has always been part of how we unwind, often paired with reading, slowing down, and creating space for ourselves at the end of the day.

As we learned more about what many store-bought candles are made from, we wanted a cleaner option we could feel confident burning indoors, especially with two corgis and a few curious kitties nearby. That search led us to soy wax and small-batch candle making, with a focus on clean ingredients and balanced, cozy scents.

Inspired by home, stories, and slow living, Tilly + Reggie creates thoughtfully crafted candles designed to enhance quiet moments, from everyday comfort to our story-inspired Corgi Reads series.

Thoughtfully Made

  • Hand-Poured in Small Batches

    Each candle is hand-poured in small batches to ensure quality, consistency, and attention to detail from start to finish.

  • Clean Ingredients

    We use soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oils, with no dyes or paraffin additives, so you can feel confident burning our candles at home.

  • Designed Inside & Out

    From ingredients to label design, every detail is thoughtfully considered to feel at home in your space.

  • Inspired by Home & Stories

    Our candles are created to complement cozy homes, quiet moments, and time spent getting lost in a good story.
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Meet the Family

Tilly + Reggie is a small, home-based brand run by a tiny team. Every candle is made, packed, and sent with care, often under the close supervision of a few furry helpers.

Chief Cozy Officer

Tilly

Quietly in charge of comfort and calm, Tilly oversees candle making from her favorite resting spot and ensures every scent passes the sniff test.

Head of Scent Exploration

Reggie

Curious and expressive, Reggie approaches every candle with enthusiasm. He’s always ready to investigate new scents and insists on being part of every cozy moment.

Co-Founder & Maker

Kiyo

Kiyo brings each candle to life, from developing clean formulations to hand-pouring every batch and designing the labels. With a focus on thoughtful details and cozy moments, he shapes both the craft and the feel of Tilly + Reggie.

Co-Founder & Story Curator

Lu

With a love for books and storytelling, Lu shapes the narrative behind Corgi Reads and helps guide the moods and stories that inspire each scent. He’s often thinking about the next chapter, both on and off the page.

Quality Control

Lex

Quiet, watchful, and always nearby, Lex keeps a close eye on candle making and packaging, usually from a comfortable distance.

Creative Assistant

Pen

Curious and hands-on, Pen is always nearby during candle making, inspecting boxes, labels, and anything that looks even slightly interesting.

Our Process

  • Thoughtful Materials

    We start with clean, thoughtfully chosen materials. Our candles are made with natural soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oils, selected to create a cozy atmosphere you can feel good about bringing into your home.

  • Designed with Intention

    From wax to label, every detail is intentionally considered. Our designs are simple, modern, and made to feel at home anywhere, whether styled on a shelf, nightstand, or coffee table.

  • Small-Batch Craftsmanship

    Every candle is hand-poured in small batches. This allows us to pay close attention to each step of the process, from mixing and pouring to curing and finishing, ensuring consistency and care in every candle.

  • Quality Over Quantity

    We believe fewer, better things make a bigger impact. Rather than chasing trends or mass production, we focus on creating candles that last, feel timeless, and are meant to be enjoyed again and again.

  • Made for Everyday Living

    Our candles are designed to complement real life. Balanced scent throw, a clean burn, and a warm glow make them easy to enjoy during quiet moments, long evenings, and everyday routines.
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