Celebrating a Big Win: Bee Coco Candle Is Officially an Illinois Maker

We are thrilled to announce that Bee Coco Candle—our beloved artisan candle-studio and non-toxic shop nestled in downtown Geneva—is now featured in the prestigious “2025 Illinois Made” guide by the Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Enjoy Aurora

This blog highlights what this recognition means, how Bee Coco stands out, and why this milestone matters—for the brand, for candle-lovers, and for our local maker community.

🎉 What the Recognition Means

According to the “Illinois Makers in the Aurora Area” feature, Bee Coco Candle has been invited into a curated group of artisans who craft locally in the Fox River Valley region. Enjoy Aurora

Here’s why it’s meaningful:

• The official “Illinois Made” program is designed to spotlight makers who are truly rooted in Illinois, operating in the state and contributing locally. Enjoy Illinois+1
• Being featured means Bee Coco is recognized for craftsmanship, local production, and visitor-friendly appeal.
• For customers, this signals that Bee Coco’s creations are not only beautiful and unique—they’re genuinely made in Illinois and part of a community of makers.

🕯 About Bee Coco Candle: Why It Was Chosen

Bee Coco Candle doesn’t just make candles. It stands for clean, sustainable craft—and that is clearly part of what made it a fit for “Illinois Made”. Here are some highlights:

1. Non-toxic, hand-poured artistry

• Their candles are hand-poured in small batches, which underscores the artisan nature of the brand. Bee Coco Candle+1
• They use a unique coconut-apricot wax blend, which is soy-free and designed for those with sensitivities. Enjoy Aurora+1
• The brand states explicitly: “All of our candles are non-toxic, soy-free & hand-poured in small batches.” Bee Coco Candle

2. Clean ingredient standards

• Their fragrances are paraben-free and phthalate-free, formulated to be safe for your home and even for pets. Bee Coco Candle+1
• They are Leaping Bunny certified—meaning cruelty-free. Enjoy Aurora

3. Local presence & visitor friendly

• Located at 308 W State St., Geneva, IL 60134. Group Tours in Illinois+1
• The local storefront invites people to shop locally, explore the brand in person, and engage with a genuine Illinois-made experience.

🌟 What This Means for You (and for Bee Coco)

For Candle-Lovers & Gift-Shoppers:

• When you buy from Bee Coco, you’re supporting a local Illinois artisan celebrated for craftsmanship and ethical standards.
• You get a clean-burning, thoughtfully made product—not a mass-produced generic candle.
• It also means there’s likely more to discover in person: local events, shop visits, maybe even special editions tied to the region.

For Bee Coco Candle:

• This recognition raises the brand’s profile among those searching for “Illinois-made”, “artisan”, “clean candles”.
• It aligns them with other makers in the region—creating community and shared marketing footprint.
• It strengthens the story: not only “we make great candles” but “we are part of the Illinois-maker legacy”.

📌 What You Should Do Next

• Visit the shop in Geneva if you can. Explore the space, see the products up close, and soak in the local maker vibe.
• Share the news: If you love your Bee Coco candle, tag them on social, mention this recognition. It helps broaden awareness.
• Gift intentionally: Now that they’re part of an “Illinois Made” roster, any Bee Coco candle makes a meaningful gift—one with local roots and artisan intent.
• Support the movement: By choosing local makers like Bee Coco, you’re investing in regional craft, community entrepreneurship, and sustainable practices.

🧡 Thank You for Being Part of It

To everyone who has shopped Bee Coco, gifted their candles, shared your love for clean burning, and supported local craft-businesses—thank you.
This milestone is as much yours as it is the brand’s.

Here’s to Bee Coco Candle — for bringing light, scent, and ethical craft into our homes, and now, for being celebrated as a true Illinois-maker.