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Dandles Candles

25th Anniversary

It’s a big year for Dandles.

Our candles are celebrating a milestone anniversary in March 2024.

Dandles continues to thrive 25 years after our humble candle-pouring beginnings thanks to our loyal customers. You’ve done far more than simply buy candles.

You’ve supported a small business.
You’ve supported our local retailers.
You’ve built the Dandles community through gifting.
You’ve reduced waste by opting for candle refills.
You’ve packed our annual Holiday Open-House.
You’ve streamlined our website with your feedback.
You’ve improved our process with your reviews.
You’ve raised thousands for charity with your candle purchases.
You’ve funded the Chey’s Light Scholarship by burning Be the Light candles.
You’ve amazed us with your kindness.
You’ve voted us Best Candles in 2024.

Thank you for growing with Dandles,

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“It’s nice to purchase such a luxurious gift for loved ones. It’s great to support a small business. It’s even better to support a good person who makes an impression on her customers.”

— Terri S.

The Woman Behind Dandles

Dana Haynes is proof that a hobby can become more than a side-hustle (that’s what the kids call it).

The Dandles creator poured her first candles in 1997.

It was just a hobby for Haynes, who worked as a local news anchor. She started small, selling candles to co-workers in 1999. She eventually expanded to in-home parties, craft fairs, and street markets.

Now, 25 years later, that hobby is a career.

Haynes sells thousands of candles each year in stores and online.

Dandles now offers 40+ scents. Five of those scents are from the original 1999 Dandles line. Haynes’ signature scents aren’t the only Dandles staples that have survived 25 years.

Every candle is still hand-poured in the Dandles studio.
Dandles still offers local candle refills.
And our original customers are still burning their favorite candles year after year.

Dana’s Favorites

Candle Style: Jumbo Bowl
Signature Scent: Tuscan Lemon Grove

About the Candles

“These are the best candles I have ever purchased. I’ve been a customer for more than 20 years and they consistently burn evenly and have a great scent throughout the burning process. ”

— Heidi B.

Candles for a Cause

Dandles proudly supports local non-profits based in the Inland Northwest. From fundraisers to swag bags, our scented candles have been featured at some spectacular events helping raise money for our local community.

Thank you to all the non-profits who have included Dandles.