How to Reuse and Repurpose Your Candle Jar

At illuma Candle, we believe beauty shouldn’t end when your candle does. Our soy wax candles come in thoughtfully designed jars not only for a clean burn-but also so they can live on long after the flame goes out. Instead of throwing your candle container away, why not turn it into something useful, beautiful, or both?

6/24/20251 min read

💡 Repurposing Ideas for Candle Jars

1. Mini Plant Pot

Perfect for succulents, herbs or small cacti. Add stones at the bottom for drainage and bring a little greenery indoors.

2. Makeup Brush or Pen Holder

Keep your dressing table or desk tidy in style.

3. Tea Light Lantern

Drop in a small tealight and enjoy a soft, recycled glow.

4. Bathroom Organiser

Use the jar to store cotton pads, ear buds, or hair ties.

5. Mini Gift Jar

Fill with sweets, loose tea, bath salts or tiny notes - perfect for a homemade gift.

🌱 Why It Matters

Reusing candle jars not only reduces waste but extends the joy your candle brings. It’s a small way to practise sustainability while keeping your space beautiful.

At illuma Candle, we create candles that are kind to the planet-from the clean soy wax to the recyclable packaging. Why not let the jar be part of that journey too?

Every illuma candle is hand-poured in West Yorkshire.

Using soy wax, love, and a bit of everyday magic.
Crafted to calm your senses and warm your space.