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Candle Stores & Studios in New Orleans, LA

Find specialty candle stores near New Orleans, Louisiana. Here are 13 candle stores — hand-poured candles, home fragrance, gifts, and candle making supplies. Providers listed in New Orleans cover candle stores, candle making studios & classes and home fragrance & gifts. New Orleans sits in Orleans Parish County, Louisiana. Other Louisiana cities covered include Baton Rouge, Shreveport and Slidell.

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Ask about candle making classes, custom orders, or private events at New Orleans candle stores and studios.

1. Orleans Home Fragrances Candle Stores

New Orleans, LA

2. Novel Candles NOLA Candle Stores

New Orleans, LA

3. Nola Queen Candles LLC Candle Stores

New Orleans, LA

4. Scented Timber Candle Stores

New Orleans, LA

5. Southern Scents Candles Home Fragrance & Gifts

30605 Highway 11

6. Bella Luna Luxury Candle Making Studios & Classes

4480 General Degaulle Dr Ste 200

7. Yoshimi Candles Candle Stores

650 Poydras St Ste 1400

8. New Orleans Flare Candle Making Studios & Classes

5733 Heebe St

9. North Peters Street Candles & Fleur de Light Lanterns tm Candle Stores

French Market, 1129 Decatur St

10. Nola Lights Soy Candles Candle Stores

323 Chartres St

11. Mose Mary And Me Candle Making Studios & Classes

3116 Saint Claude Ave Ste 2

12. Paetyn's Essentials Candle Making Studios & Classes

9696 Hayne Blvd Apt E12

13. Electric Candle Company Candle Stores

4001 Earhart Blvd

Candle shops in New Orleans, LA: a local guide

We currently track 13 candle shops and makers serving New Orleans, LA in Orleans Parish County.

What candles costs in New Orleans

Handmade candles in New Orleans usually run $15-$40 depending on size, wax, and scent; soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer. Larger jars and gift sets run higher.

What to look for in a candle shop in New Orleans

  • Check that scents use quality fragrance or essential oils and aren't overpowering unlit.
  • Support local New Orleans makers — small-batch candles are often better poured and better value than mass brands.
  • Ask about burn time and wick type; a cotton or wood wick and a full wax pool matter.
  • For gifts, ask about gift sets, custom scents, and local pickup near New Orleans.
  • Read reviews for scent throw and consistency — weak scent or tunneling are the usual complaints.

Questions to ask before you buy

  • What wax and wick do you use, and how long does it burn?
  • Are the fragrances phthalate-free or made with essential oils?
  • Do you make candles in-house or resell?
  • Do you offer custom scents or gift sets?
  • Can I pick up locally in New Orleans?

Many New Orleans listings also carry soy, beeswax, and scented candles, gifts, and candle-making supplies.

Frequently asked questions

How much do handmade candles cost in New Orleans?

Handmade candles from New Orleans shops usually run $15 to $40 depending on size, wax, and scent. Soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer.

What is the best type of candle wax?

Soy, coconut, and beeswax burn cleaner and longer than paraffin and hold scent well. Many New Orleans makers use them, so ask what a shop pours.

Why is my candle tunneling or burning too fast?

It is usually a wick or wax-pool issue. Trim the wick to about a quarter inch and let the first burn melt the top edge to edge. A good shop can recommend the right size.

Do New Orleans candle shops make custom scents or gift sets?

Many small makers offer custom scents, gift sets, and local pickup. Ask the shops above, as it is a common request for weddings and events.

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