Located on Main Street, Little Light of Mine Village Candle brings the warmth and artistry of handcrafted candles to the heart of Gardiner. Founded by Ingrid Heins, our shop revives the tradition of candle-making in a town known for its creative spirit. With a focus on sustainability and hands-on experiences, we offer everything from hand-poured candles to interactive workshops.
Candle-making is more than a craft—it’s an experience. Join us for workshops by reservation where you can create your own soy jar candle, or check out any of our other special events held throughout the year.
Posted on Niamh SweeneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 10/10 BEST fall candle I ever did smell. Go get yourself a pumpkin scented candle from here you will not regret!Posted on Kristen 'Ziggy' ZigourasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Their candles are amazing! So many incredible scents!Posted on Dana KoreshTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a little gem of a place and the sweetest owner! My partner and I were visiting New Paltz and ended our trip making candles with Ingrid. She has so many amazing scents to choose from and beautiful jars and candle toppings and more! The energy in the store is so inviting and cozy. Our candles came out absolutely gorgeous and smell INCREDIBLE! Thank you so much for such a fun ending to our magical weekend making our engagment scent candles and thank you so much for the little gift that was so thoughtful! Dana & AndrewPosted on L R TempTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. EXCELLENT customer service. Absolutely loved the design and set up of the store. Lots of great fragrances to choose from being that they offer instore hands on candle making! Amazing choice for a date night activity! Superb. Would love to come again!Posted on Basil StellyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely shop! The prices are super good and the quality is incredible. The Cup of Joe candle smells SO good!!!! The owner was also wonderful to talk to! Congrats on three years!Posted on Michele WhitmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely, little candle shop in New Paltz. I stock up on candles at this shop everytime I'm in New York. Wonderful scents!Posted on Alissa Smith MooreTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love this shop. Great gift ideas! Love Ingrid's candlemaking workshops too!
Stop by our cozy shop on Main Street in the heart of Gardiner, New York to explore our candles, join a workshop, or just enjoy the ambiance and say hello!