Varner Candle Company

Varner Candle Company, nestled in the heart of Oak Harbor, Washington, is a charming candle bar and boutique founded by Megan Varner-Duckett. After a 15-year career in corporate recruiting, Megan transformed her candle-making hobby into a full-time passion, creating a welcoming space where customers can craft their own candles. The candle bar experience invites guests to select from a variety of vessels and over 50 fragrances, allowing them to personalize their creations with custom labels and embellishments. While waiting for their candles to set, patrons are encouraged to explore the historic downtown area, enhancing the community-centric atmosphere of the boutique.

The boutique offers a range of handcrafted products, including all-natural soy candles, wax melts, and paraben- and phthalate-free room sprays. Varner Candle Company also features unique items like wax melters resembling cast iron cookware and candles shaped like bowls of cereal, reflecting Megan’s creative flair. Committed to sustainability, the company uses eco-friendly materials such as sustainably sourced wooden wicks and lead- and zinc-free cotton wicks. Beyond retail, the boutique hosts events and collaborates with local artisans, fostering a vibrant community hub that embodies the joy and creativity at the heart of Varner Candle Company.