I just love the fragrance from this candle and, to my great delight, it is becoming really popular with my Daisy Blue customers. It comes in a reed diffuser too and the two of them together make a great team. If you know someone who likes parma violets then this is the perfect gift for them. Lorraine x ..read more

Well, September is here and there is no doubt that Winter is on its way. So I thought I would give you my 2 scents worth on the best Daisy Blue scented candles for Winter. My new fragrance, Dark Pomegranate, is absolutely gorgeous. It is really decadent and rich and it all you need on a cold, dark night with some chocolate and a good book to make you feel relaxed and spoiled. Cinnamon Spice, which used to be our Cinnamon & Orange candle but has been revamped and even more fantastic than before, is always a favourite for around Christmas time. I definitely feel that the orange undertones ar ..read more

I finally got round to ordering this book from the creator of Rodial and cannot wait to read it. Clearly, very few businesses become an overnight success, but I am really interested to find out how she has built her business up over the years and what challenges she has met and sacrifices she has made along the way. Have any of you read it yet? No spoilers! Lorraine x ..read more

Our reed diffusers are extremely popular during the Summer months. I think that is because people are less likely to burn a candle because it is still light and warm outside but they want the lovely fragrances they are used. Our reed diffusers tick this box beautifully. We have 6 different fragrances to choose from and my favourite is currently the Plum & Rhubarb. Let me know what your favourite is? Lorraine x ..read more

It is the last week of our Summer Sale and we still have a few bits and pieces left before our updated range is unveiled next week. We have gorgeous new labels and jars in 2 different sizes for you so stay tuned. But, before then, take this opportunity to grab yourself a bargain  and get your favourite Daisy Blue handmade scented candles at a fantastically low price. Happy weekend everyone! Lorraine x ..read more

I have just finished reading this blog post by Holly Tucker which I thought was quite interesting, all about being 'busy' and feeling pressure to be busy. I have never subscribed to the 'people are at their desk until 7 o'clock at night because they are so busy' way of thinking. I am not a fan of presenteeism at work, in fact, I think it is such more harmful than good. I have always been very efficient with my time and I work very hard, but also value my time away from work. Obviously that has changed over the years, especially now that I work for myself when boundaries get a bit more difficul ..read more

I try my best to be helpful here at Daisy Blue HQ so thought I would take some time out to recommend the top 3 candle scents for Summer. Number one is my lime and ginger candle which is fresh and clean and uplifting. A favourite for the kitchen, this candle helps to get rid of the cooking smells and keep the place smelling a-maz-ing! Number two is our gorgeous Ocean Breeze scented candle which helps remind me of wonderful holidays by the sea, free from work and commitments, with nothing to do but eat ice-cream and build sand castles. Who doesn't want to escape to that for a while? And number t ..read more

When the weather is nice outside, try one of our handmade reed diffusers instead of a candle. I find that candles can often blow out, especially if there is more than a hint of a breeze. But with home fragrance diffusers, the wind actually blows the fragrance around and you get a smell of it every few minutes, which is ideal if you are outside having a BBQ or enjoying a late supper with friends. We have 6 amazing fragrances for you to choose from, and would recommend the Ocean Breeze or Apple & Wild Mint as perfect partners to your outside dining this summer and you can shop them HERE.&nbs ..read more

I can hardly believe that it is July, can you? June was so incredibly busy for me, prepping for the RHS and then working there for 5 days. It was a fantastic experience and I met so many lovely, kind people - other stall holders as well as customers - it made the long days all worthwhile. Since finishing there last week, I have been really busy with assessments (with my psychologists hat on) which I had not anticipated so some ideas I have had for Daisy Blue have gone on the back burner for now, until I get back from holiday. July will be really quiet for me on the blogging front and with Dais ..read more

I cannot believe this week has finally arrived. I have been busy prepping for months now and, at long last, it is nearly show time! I have never actually been to the Royal Highland Show, even as a child, so I don't know what to expect but I am really looking forward to it. I had absolutely no idea how much stock to make so have basically just made everything I had and packed the car full up. Fingers crossed it will be really busy and the weather looks like it has to be nice and dry, so I'm hopefully that we will have some good crowds and lots of banter with the customers. If you are going alon ..read more