Readers’ Retreat
Select your preferred Readers' Retreat bookshelf candle variant, then select a gift option/bundle before adding to cart.
The bookshelf candle 📖🕯️
Design Description
This candle depicts a vintage bookshelf design complete with bottom drawers, book lined shelves and an ornate carved wooden feature at it's top.
Net weight. 265g
Burn time: Up to 40h
Handcrafted in Sydney, Australia
Sending this candle straight to a loved one? We offer a free personal gift note with all orders!
Just follow these simple steps to include your note.
1. Add your chosen candles to cart.
2. Open cart and use the provided form to write the recipient a personal message ✍️.
3. Check-out. Be sure to use the recipients name and address for the shipping address.
That's it! We'll include your note in the main box for the recipient to find when the parcel arrives.
Free standard shipping Australia-wide on orders over $79 ✈️
Need it to arrive quickly? We usually ship your order by the next business day!
For orders not over $79 or express delivery, select from the below flat rate services at checkout.
Australia Post Standard Parcel - $7.95
Australia Post Express Parcel - $15.95
Processing time: 1-2 business days
This candle is made with Australian made fragrance oils and a premium soy blend wax.
Kindred Collection Candles
Height: ≃ 9cm
Diameter ≃ 6.8cm
Weight ≃ 250g-270g
Small Jar Candles
Net. weight (excluding glassware) ≃ 60g
Medium Jar Candles
Net. weight (excluding glassware) ≃ 165g
Large Jar Candles
Net. weight (excluding glassware) ≃ 340g
Standard Packaging
Perfect if you are buying for yourself or don't mind a simple unboxing experience.
Includes:
1x Bookshelf candle (selected colour & scent)
1x Candle care card
1x Simple black packaging
Gift Box
Ideal for a more thoughtful unboxing experience and extra protection for your candle.
Includes:
1x Bookshelf candle (selected colour & scent)
1x Candle care card
1x Gift box
Gift Bundle
The full gifting experience with a thoughtful unboxing and an extra candle included.
Includes:
1x Bookshelf candle (selected colour & scent)
1x 165g vanilla caramel scented candle jar
1x Candle care card
1x Gift box
Vanilla Caramel
A perfectly balanced, sweet-and-salty masterpiece. It starts with the mouthwatering richness of buttercream and a hint of fresh balsam, melting into a heart of golden caramel, coconut, and crushed salt. A warm, lingering base of creamy vanilla and tonka bean grounds the fragrance, creating a deeply comforting and luxurious atmosphere.
Top: Buttercream, Balsam
Middle: Coconut, Crushed Salt, Caramel
Base: Tonka Bean, Creamy Vanilla
Lavender & Mint
A brilliantly refreshing yet deeply calming botanical blend. It begins with an invigorating burst of crisp peppermint and bright mandarin, before softening into a warm, complex heart of spearmint and elegant rosewood. A grounding dry-down of soothing lavender and earthy cedarwood provides a tranquil, lingering finish that completely resets the energy in the room.
Top: Mandarin, Crisp Peppermint
Middle: Spearmint, Rosewood
Base: Lavender, Cedarwood
Gardenia
A lush, romantic white floral blend that transports you directly to a sunlit, blooming garden. It opens with the rustic sweetness of fresh hay and peach nectar, quickly blooming into an intoxicating heart of classic gardenia and star jasmine. A delicate, lingering base of lily of the valley, cyclamen, and creamy vanilla creates a beautifully soft and elegant finish to elevate any room.
Top: Fresh Hay, Peach Nectar
Middle: Gardenia, Star Jasmine
Base: Lily of the Valley, Cyclamen, Creamy Vanilla
Up to 40 Hour Burn Times*
Designed with a cylindrical form for longer burn times. *Burn times may vary. It is recommended to follow included care guide for best burn performance.
Moulded Bookshelf Pillar Candle
Container free. No plastic or glass outer, this candle is a free standing moulded pillar candle from top to bottom.
Premium Soy Blend Wax
Crafted with a primarily soy wax which has been combined with a small blend of paraffin to offer a superior candle performance and frosting resistance.
Handcrafted in Small Batches
Each candle is designed and hand poured in our small workshop in Sydney, Australia.
Discover a candle like
Original designs like miniature masterpieces, long burn times, and lovingly handpacked gift box options.
Our candles were designed from scratch to be the perfects gifts!
That's up to you! We have designed this candle with a cylindrical form so it burns much more predictably than your typical novelty candle. When carefuly looked after, it can achieve up to 40 hours of burn time!
That said, many of our customers decide it's just too pretty to light and prefer to keep it as a decoration for their bookshelf or desk.
No. This candle is completely made of wax and can burn for a number of hours at a time without spilling. It will form a melt pool around the central wick which is contained by the solid wax at the edges of the candle (provided it is not left to burn for too long).
We recommend placing this candle on a hard, flat, heat-proof surface, away from any flammable objects when burning. You should always keep an eye on burning candles and ensure the wax melt pool does not get too close to the edges and spill out of the candle.
The Kindred Collection
Move beyond the ordinary. Explore unique candles for the kindred spirits in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We design all our own candles! At the heart of every piece is the essence of a story. With a background in engineering and a passion for objects that spark joy, Candle Museums designer blurs the line between art and function—each piece made to be gifted, loved, and most importantly, smiled at.
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Our candles are designed with function and form in mind. Say goodbye to novelty candles that descend into a puddle the moment you light them and last no longer than a few hours!
We include a care guide with your each candle, however the important parts are listed below as well for your information.Click the link here to see the Full Care Guide
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Orders typically ship within 1–3 business days. Once your item is on the move, you’ll get tracking info straight to your inbox.
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Yep! You have 30 days to return your item if it’s unused and in its original packaging. Start the return process or reach out to us—we’re happy to help.
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While we don’t currently offer gift wrapping, our packaging is designed to look good right out of the box. And yes—it’s very giftable.