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We're thrilled to share some exciting news — Bee Coco Candle was recently featured in the Daily Herald as part of their Business Spotlight as an Illinois Made Maker.
📰 Featured in the Daily Herald
Business Spotlight: Illinois Made Maker
The article highlights our commitment to creating non-toxic, hand-poured candles and the heart behind our small business. From the ingredients we carefully choose to the way each candle is poured, our goal has always been simple: to make candles you can feel good about burning in your home.
Being recognized as an Illinois maker is especially meaningful to us. It's a reflection of our passion for quality, sustainability, and supporting our local community — values that guide everything we do at Bee Coco Candle.
If you've ever wondered what sets our candles apart, this feature tells our story beautifully.
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What This Recognition Means
The Illinois Made program celebrates local artisans and makers who craft their products in Illinois, contributing to the state's rich tradition of handmade goods. Being selected for this program and featured in the Daily Herald is a testament to:
- ✅ Quality craftsmanship — every candle is hand-poured in small batches
- ✅ Clean ingredients — non-toxic, soy-free, and phthalate-free
- ✅ Local roots — proudly made in Geneva, IL
- ✅ Sustainability — from our coconut-apricot wax to our jar recycling program
Why This Matters to You
When you light a Bee Coco Candle, you're not just adding warmth and fragrance to your home. You're:
- 🕯️ Supporting a local Illinois small business
- 🌱 Choosing clean, non-toxic ingredients for your family and pets
- ♻️ Supporting sustainable practices like our jar recycling program
- 🏆 Celebrating Illinois craftsmanship and artistry
Every purchase helps us continue to grow, innovate, and stay rooted in the community we love.
Experience the candles the Daily Herald is talking about.
💛 Thank You for Being Part of Our Story
To everyone who has supported Bee Coco Candle — whether you've bought a candle, shared our story, or simply believed in what we do — thank you. We wouldn't be here without you.
Here's to many more years of clean, hand-poured candles made right here in Geneva, IL.
With love & clean fragrances,
Noreen & Eric
The Bee Coco Candle Team 🐝
"Being recognized as an Illinois maker is a reflection of our passion for quality, sustainability, and supporting our local community — values that guide everything we do at Bee Coco Candle."