Fairy ring taper candle

Inspired by the mysterious fairy rings of Irish folklore, these handmade taper candles bring a touch of the Other-world to the table. Each red soy wax taper is finished by hand with distinctive white details, echoing the iconic fly agaric mushroom.The fly agaric itself has long been a part of European folklore and fairy tales, becoming the enduring symbol of an enchanted woodland. A perfect gift for lovers of Irish folklore, or anyone who wants to bring a touch of fairy tale magic to their home.

Handmade, each pair is unique.

100% soy wax taper candle

Made in Ireland

Hand-applied details

Length - 25cm

Diameter at base - 2cm

Burn time - approx 4hrs

In Irish folklore, a ring of mushrooms appearing in the grass was said to mark a place where the Aos Sí, the fairy people, had danced the night prior. These rings were treated with great respect, for disturbing them was believed to invite misfortune.

Farmers were often reluctant to plough through fairy rings or disturb them in any way, so as not to draw the ire of the fairy people. On quiet nights, it was said that music, dancing and even the sound of fairy processions could be heard from these mysterious places.

To this day, fairy rings remain one of Ireland's most enduring pieces of folklore, a reminder that sometimes, the Otherworld is never very far away.