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VIRGINIA-MADE CANDLES INSPIRED BY LIFE ALONG THE WATER
Handcrafted Candles Urbanna, Virginia
From hand-poured soy candles and natural beeswax tapers to wax melts and seasonal home fragrance, Taft Candle Co. creates small-batch candles inspired by the waterways, gardens, traditions, and slower pace of coastal Virginia.
Handcrafted in White Stone and available online, our collections are made for customers throughout Urbanna, Virginia’s River Realm, and beyond.
MY STORY
Handcrafted Candles for Urbanna, VA
Urbanna may be small, but it has a personality all its own.
Set along Urbanna Creek just off the Rappahannock River, this historic Virginia town is known for boating, oysters, local shops, community events, and a walkable waterfront atmosphere. The Town Marina sits only a short walk from downtown shopping, restaurants, historic sites, and other local stops.
That appreciation for the water, local craftsmanship, and a slower way of living feels right at home with Taft Candle Co.
If you’re searching for candles in Urbanna, VA, Virginia-made gifts, coastal home fragrance, soy candles, or natural beeswax candles, our complete collection is available to shop online.
A Town Shaped by the Water
There’s no separating Urbanna from the water.
Urbanna Creek gives boaters direct access to town, with sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and marina life all part of the local experience. Visitors arriving by boat can dock at the Town Marina and walk into town for shopping, dining, historic sites, and more.
That connection to the water is also something we understand at Taft Candle Co.
Many of our fragrances draw inspiration from life around the Chesapeake Bay and Rappahannock River — from quiet mornings and coastal gardens to working waterfronts and evenings spent gathering at home.
Waterman’s Reef
One of our signature coastal fragrances, Waterman’s Reef is inspired by Chesapeake Bay watermen, oyster reefs, and the traditions that have shaped waterfront communities throughout this part of Virginia.
Urbanna & Virginia’s Oyster Tradition
If there’s one event that has put Urbanna on the map for generations of visitors, it’s the Urbanna Oyster Festival.
Virginia’s official oyster festival is held annually and draws more than 50,000 visitors to the town for oysters, live music, parades, the Virginia Oyster Shucking Competition, local vendors, arts, beer and wine tastings, and waterfront activities.
The festival celebrates something much bigger than a weekend event. It reflects Urbanna’s long relationship with the Chesapeake Bay’s oyster industry and the working-waterfront culture that continues to define the region. PropTalk notes that Urbanna’s economy eventually shifted from its early tobacco trade toward fishing, oyster beds, and oyster packing.
That makes Urbanna a particularly natural fit for Taft Candle Co.’s coastal collections.
Whether you visit every year for the Oyster Festival, own a river home nearby, or simply love Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay traditions, our handcrafted candles offer another way to bring a little of that character home.
Why Our Customers Love Taft Candle Co.
Hand-poured in White Stone, Virginia
Small-batch craftsmanship
Premium 100% soy wax candles
Handcrafted beeswax candles
Coastal-inspired fragrance collections
Timeless mason jar design
Perfect for gifting
Always One-Of-A-Kind
Ships nationwide
Shopping in Urbanna, Virginia
Part of the fun of spending a day in Urbanna is slowing down enough to explore.
The town’s walkable center brings together local shops, restaurants, historic sites, waterfront access, and seasonal community events. Local tourism resources also highlight boutiques, specialty shops, markets, and locally made goods as part of the Urbanna experience.
Taft Candle Co. shares that same love for products that feel more personal than something mass-produced.
Our online collection includes:
Soy Candles • Beeswax Candles • Mason Jar Candles • Hand-Dipped Tapers • Honeycomb Tapers • Pillar Candles • Votives • Tealights • Wax Melts • Seasonal Home Fragrance
Each collection is made in White Stone, Virginia and available online for customers in Urbanna and beyond.
A Virginia-Made Gift with a Sense of Place
Looking for a gift from Virginia’s River Realm or something special for someone who loves Urbanna?
Handcrafted candles make an easy gift for:
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River house owners
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Boaters
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Oyster lovers
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Hosts and hostesses
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New homeowners
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Weddings and anniversaries
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Realtor closing gifts
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Birthdays
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Holiday gifting
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Chesapeake Bay lovers
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Anyone who considers the Rivah their happy place
Rather than another souvenir, a candle can become part of someone’s home — something they light long after a weekend in Urbanna or a favorite day on the water has ended.
More to Explore in Urbanna
Things to Do in Urbanna, Virginia
The Oyster Festival may be Urbanna’s best-known event, but there’s much more to discover throughout the year.
Explore the Urbanna Museum
The Urbanna Museum & Visitors Center tells the story of the town’s centuries of history and houses a restored John Mitchell Map, an important historic map of colonial North America.
Spend Time on Urbanna Creek
Boaters, kayakers, and paddleboarders can explore Urbanna Creek, while the Town Marina provides waterfront access within walking distance of downtown.
Browse Local Shops
Urbanna’s downtown makes it easy to combine a day on the water with browsing local boutiques, specialty shops, restaurants, and locally made goods.
Visit a Local Market or Event
Throughout the year, Urbanna hosts community events ranging from seasonal farmers markets and concerts to art events, parades, and, of course, the annual Oyster Festival.
That mix of water, history, local shopping, food, and community is exactly what gives Urbanna its character.
Bring the Rivah Home
You don’t need to live directly on Urbanna Creek to appreciate what makes this part of Virginia special.
Sometimes it’s simply the memory of a weekend near the water, fresh oysters with friends, an afternoon browsing local shops, flowers from a market, or coffee enjoyed slowly before the day begins.
Those are the kinds of moments that inspire Taft Candle Co.
From hand-poured soy candles and natural beeswax tapers to wax melts and seasonal fragrance, our collections are created in Virginia’s River Realm and made to become part of the everyday rituals that make a house feel like home.
Coastal-Inspired Candles for the Home
Our collections are inspired by coastal living, thoughtful interiors, and the quiet comfort of home.
From fresh marine fragrances and botanical florals to warm coffee blends and natural beeswax, every scent is designed to create atmosphere without overwhelming a space.
Tapers
Wax Melts
Rolled Pillars
From Online Shop to Local Market
Taft Candle Co. may live online, but its roots are very much local.
Shop Taft Candle Co. at the White Stone Street Market. Explore handcrafted candles and seasonal collections alongside other makers and small businesses from the surrounding community.
These local markets offer customers from Kilmarnock, White Stone, Irvington, and throughout the Northern Neck a chance to experience fragrances in person, discover new releases, and meet the maker behind the candles.
Keep up with Taft Candle Co. for upcoming market appearances and new collections.
A Little of Urbanna, Wherever You Call Home
There’s a reason people are drawn to Urbanna. It’s the water, the history, the oysters, the local shops, and the feeling that life moves just a little slower here.
Taft Candle Co. is inspired by that same sense of place.
From hand-poured soy candles and natural beeswax tapers to wax melts and seasonal fragrance, each collection is created in White Stone, Virginia with a love for the communities, traditions, and everyday moments that make Virginia’s River Realm special.
Whether you’re shopping from Urbanna, sending a gift to someone who loves the area, or simply looking for fragrance that feels warm, familiar, and connected to coastal Virginia, we hope you find something that feels like home.
About Our Waxes & Wicks
At Taft Candle Co., we thoughtfully handcraft our candles in small batches using a variety of carefully selected waxes chosen for their unique qualities, performance, and overall candle experience. Every candle is finished with a 100% cotton wick, primed in wax to promote a clean, steady burn while helping reduce excessive soot and “drowning flame.”
We believe the materials matter just as much as the experience they create.
Beeswax
Known as the “queen bee” of waxes, beeswax is natural, biodegradable, and beautifully timeless. Beeswax candles are loved for their soft golden glow, naturally light honey scent, and clean-burning qualities. As a harder wax with a higher melting point, beeswax performs especially well in warmer climates and creates long-lasting tapers, pillars, votives, and tealights.
Our beeswax candles are made using high-quality USA beeswax with no added dyes or artificial fragrances—allowing the natural beauty of the wax to shine on its own.
Non-Toxic
Natural Soy & Soy Blends
Soy wax is a vegetable-based wax derived from soybean oil and is a favorite among eco-conscious candle lovers. It offers a clean, long-lasting burn with excellent fragrance throw and minimal soot. Its naturally creamy appearance pairs beautifully with soft, everyday fragrance experiences.
We use soy wax produced and manufactured in the United States.
Non-Toxic • Vegan
Premium Paraffin
Our premium paraffin wax is highly refined for a clean, consistent burn and exceptional fragrance performance. Known for its smooth finish and strong scent throw, paraffin remains one of the most trusted and time-tested candle waxes available.
When paired with proper wick care and trimming, it provides a bright, reliable flame with minimal soot.
Non-Toxic • Vegan
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