Hand Poured/ Rolled Beeswax Candles
Hand Poured/ Rolled Beeswax Candles
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Introducing our premium beeswax candles – the perfect choice for a natural and eco-friendly way to illuminate your space.
Why choose our beeswax candles?
🕯️ Clean and Pure: Our candles are crafted from 100% pure beeswax, known for its clean and non-toxic burning properties.
🌿 Natural Fragrance: Beeswax candles emit a subtle, natural honey-like scent, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
🌏 Eco-Friendly: By choosing beeswax candles, you're supporting sustainable beekeeping practices and reducing your carbon footprint.
🪔 Long-Lasting: Beeswax candles burn slower and longer than traditional paraffin candles, providing hours of beautiful, natural light.
Enhance your space with the warmth and elegance of our beeswax candles. Explore our collection today and experience the natural beauty of candlelight.
Our beeswax candles are a wonderful addition to any home, crafted with a focus on natural beauty and ambiance. They boast a gentle honey fragrance and are free from artificial scents and colors.
These candles cast a warm amber glow, creating a cozy atmosphere. Handmade in NZ, each candle is sold individually.
In terms of burn times and drip potential, we’ve thoughtfully designed our candles. The round shape of the rose, butterfly, and flower pillar candles allows the flame to consume all the wax, minimising dripping and maximising burn time. Animal-shaped candles might vary in burn and are prone to dripping, making estimating burn time challenging. It's important to place all candles on a base that can catch any potential wax drips.
For the best burn experience, ensure the candle is on a level surface in an appropriate holder. Extinguish the candle by dipping the wick into the wax pool and standing it up before it cools. This prevents smoking and facilitates easy relighting.
Over time, pure beeswax might develop a white dusting called "Bloom." While it doesn't impact burning, if you prefer the bright yellow appearance, you can gently polish it off with a soft cloth. However, it will reappear naturally.
Safety is paramount. Always burn candles within sight, away from drafts, children, and pets. Place them on a fireproof, level surface and keep them away from flammable objects.
Rolled candle dimensions
S - 16 x 3.5cm
M - 16 x 5cm
L - 22.5 x 5.5cm
Pillar candle dimensions
Small: 7.5 cm tall, 7.5 cm diameter, estimated burn time 43 hours.
Medium: 10 cm tall, 7.5 cm diameter, estimated burn time 52 hours.
To get the very best out of your beeswax pillar candle, it needs to burn until the melt pool reaches close to the edge of the candle. Burning for shorter periods of time can result in a narrow tunnel burning down the middle of the candle and the wax on the outside of the candle not being consumed.
Why choose a beeswax bread bag
Better for your bread. Better for the planet.
Keeps bread fresher for longer
The breathable cotton weave lets your crust stay crisp while the beeswax locks in just the right amount of moisture.
100% natural — no nasties
Pure local beeswax on organic cotton. No paraffin, no oils, no resins, no plastic. Just the good stuff.
Reusable for a year+
Wash, air dry, repeat. Lasts a full year with daily use. Send it back for a $10 recoating and it's good for another year.
Handmade in Pirongia, NZ
Each bag is made by hand at The Hive in Pirongia using beeswax from local Mountainview Honey bees.
How it works
Three simple steps
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Cool your bread first
Never put warm bread in the bag — let it cool completely first to protect the beeswax coating and prevent moisture build-up.
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Slide your loaf in
Pop your loaf in and fold the top over to seal. Holds one large loaf or two small ones comfortably.
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Wipe clean and reuse
Cold water rinse or damp cloth wipe. Air dry flat. Never use heat — it will melt the coating. That's it.
Real people, real results
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Questions about your beeswax bread bag
How long does the beeswax coating last?
With regular use, about one year. After that the coating starts to wear down — when it does, you can send it back for a $10 recoating and it's good for another year. The cotton bag itself lasts much longer.
How is this different from plastic bags or beeswax wraps?
Plastic traps moisture and makes bread go hard and mouldy. Beeswax wraps are great for cheese and leftovers, but this bag is specifically designed for bread — the cotton weave breathes properly so your crust stays crisp while keeping the loaf fresh. Plus ours is 100% pure beeswax, so it lasts longer and smells like actual beeswax, not chemicals.
Is it really 100% pure beeswax?
Yes. No paraffin, no oils, no resins. Just pure beeswax from Mountainview Honey right here in NZ on organic cotton. That's why it lasts longer and works better.
How do I care for it?
Wipe with a damp cloth or rinse with cold water. Air dry flat. Never use hot water or put it anywhere near heat — that will melt the coating. It's pretty low-maintenance, honestly.
Can I use it for other foods?
You could, but it's really designed for bread. The breathability is perfect for keeping loaves fresh but may not suit other items as well. Stick with what it's made for and you'll be happy.
What if I don't like it?
You've got 30 days to change your mind — full refund, no questions asked. But honestly, if you're spending money on good bread, this will solve a real problem.
How much is shipping?
$9 flat-rate anywhere in NZ. Free shipping on orders over $150. International shipping from $16.
What customers are saying
Made with love in Pirongia
Why I started making these bags
I got tired of watching beautiful sourdough go stale in plastic bags. There had to be a better way — and beeswax bread bags are exactly that.
Each bag is made by hand right here at The Hive in Pirongia, using cotton fabric and pure beeswax from our local Mountainview Honey bees. It takes time to get right, but the result is something that genuinely works and lasts.
If you're spending time and love on quality bread, you deserve something better than a plastic bag to keep it in. This is it.
Shereen ParkerFounder, The Hive in Pirongia
