A Candle Experience Rooted in Stone, Flame, and Oak
At GroveTop Studio, every piece we create begins under the ancient oaks of Oak Haven. The roots, the stories, the stones, the symbols, all guide what we make. We wanted to craft a candle that captured that feeling of stepping into the forest, breathing in the earth, and taking a small piece of it with you. That idea became Hearts of the Forest & Hearts of the Grove.
These candles are more than a beautiful centerpiece. They carry gemstone keepsakes from our Elderstones line. Each candle holds two hearts, one on top selected by the artist who hand-crafted it, and one larger gem hidden below that corresponds to the color of each candle. Each candle creates a small ritual, a moment to begin something, and a moment to end something, with a gift you can keep long after the flame is gone.
Below, you will find the three candle styles in this growing collection.
Forest Candle
Simple. Clean. Forest-inspired.
This version is all scent and atmosphere. No stones inside or on the surface. Just pure, natural soy wax, a crackling wood wick, and fragrances shaped by the land around us. Think pine and rain, oak and vanilla, cedar and campfire smoke, moss and mist.
The Forest Candle is perfect for everyday burning and for anyone who wants to bring the feeling of Oak Haven into their home in its simplest form.
Hearts of the Grove Candle
Two hearts. One for the beginning and one for the end.
When you lift the lid, you will find a small, polished gemstone heart resting on top of the wax. This little heart is yours to keep before the candle is ever lit. Many customers like to set an intention with it, place it in a pocket, or simply enjoy its beauty.
Hidden beneath the wax is a second heart, a larger 30-35mm Eldertone stone waiting to be revealed as the candle burns down. When the flame reaches the bottom, you can remove the stone, clean it, and keep it as a reminder of the entire journey from first light to final glow.
This candle gives life to the name Hearts of the Grove. It begins with a gift and ends with one.
Elderheart Candle
Our most premium candle experience.
Like Hearts of the Forest, this candle includes both a small heart on top and a larger heart hidden inside. The difference is in the stones themselves. Elderheart Candles contain upgraded or larger gemstones such as Amethyst, Labradorite, Moss Agate, Tiger's Eye, Bloodstone, Red Jasper, and other selections from our Elderstones collection.
The larger stone inside often measures around 40-45 millimeters, giving it more presence and weight. Many customers display these stones on stands or shelves after the candle is finished.
The Elderheart Candle is ideal for gifting, collecting, or marking a meaningful moment. It is a candle and keepsake combined into one intentional offering.
Why We Created This Collection
We wanted candles that feel like small stories. Candles that unfold. Candles that offer more than scent.
A flame begins.
A stone is revealed.
A reminder remains.
That cycle is the heart of this collection. It ties together the forest around us, the stones we finish in our workshop, and the quiet moments people create in their own homes. Every candle is handmade, every stone is selected by us, and every part of this process carries a little bit of Oak Haven with it.
Thank you for being part of our journey as we grow this line piece by piece. More scents and stone combinations are coming soon. You can follow along by visiting our shop or joining our GroveTop newsletter.
The forest has many hearts, and we hope you discover one of your own.
