Ikaloy Candle Baobab, the Ikaloy scented candle is covered with raffia in shades of blue, hand-woven by a women’s cooperative in Madagascar. A woven and embroidered motif of the aboriginal sign representing sacred sites is repeated all around the candle in a graphic, contemporary effect.
Raphia is an endemic plant species harvested every year. The leaves are dried, then cut into long strips for dyeing and crocheting. Our women’s cooperative in Madagascar has been making our Raphia candles for 8 years, under the impetus of our creative direction. The motifs are first designed and then produced by the crocheters in Madagascar. This annual project enables women to make a decent living and send their children to school.
The quality of our scented candles involves a specific burning ritual. Each time the candle is burnt, it is important to wait until the entire surface liquefies before extinguishing the candle. This will prevent the formation of craters which are unattractive and make burning more difficult. The first time you light your candle, it will always burn for longer than on subsequent occasions. Allow time for the first layer of wax to liquefy completely.
