Hello! I’m Kristina! Thank you for stopping by.
Sand Dollar Candle Company was born from a spark of inspiration: a brief conversation, a lifelong love of candles, and deep-rooted memories of the New England coast. I spent many childhood summers in Maine, and later my husband and I called it home for over eight wonderful years.
At Sand Dollar, we create seaside-inspired candles that stir the senses and awaken memory. Each one is hand-poured and steeped in story—designed to help you unwind and wander. We believe scent is transport, and a candle is more than fragrance: it’s an invitation to escape, if only for a moment,
It all began in the summer of 2020 at a local farmers market, where we met a soapmaker whose story stuck with me. He shared how, during childhood summers in England, his grandmother taught him to make soap. Though he didn’t start his business until later in life, his only regret was not beginning sooner. He encouraged me to pursue something I was passionate about.
That conversation lit a fire in me.
With a background in marketing, advertising, selling, and creative writing, I’ve always known that creating is where I truly come alive. From an early age my parents nurtured my artistic side, encouraging me to explore and express my creativity. I’ve always been drawn to art, music, handmade crafts—and especially the warm, comforting glow of candles. And now, through my small business, I finally have the opportunity to turn that lifelong passion into something I can share with others.
Years ago I was a consultant for a well-known candle company, sharing products in the homes of welcoming hosts. I never imagined I’d one day be hand-pouring my own. After years of careful testing with waxes, wicks, and fragrances, I developed a coconut wax blend that offers a clean, beautiful burn. Though it’s a custom blend, our candles are primarily made with 100% coconut wax and poured in small batches right here in Canton, NY—near the scenic Saint Lawrence Seaway.
Light a Sand Dollar candle - where tides turn and memories burn!
There's a lovely little legend
That I would like to tell
Of the birth and death of Jesus
Found in this lovely shell
If you examine it closely
You'll see that you find here
Four nail holes and a fifth one
Made by a Roman's spear
On one side the Easter Lily,
Its center is the star
That appeared unto the shepherds
And led them from afar
The Christmas Poinsettia
Etched on the other side
Reminds us of His birthday
Our happy Christmastide
Now break the center open
And here will release
The five white doves awaiting
To spread Good Will and Peace
This simple little symbol
Christ left for you and me
To help us spread His Gospel
Through all eternity.