About Me
Hi there! I'm El Love, the founder of Lovecrafted and a proud Houston native. I've always had a passion for creativity and technology, and with a background in media production and instructional technology, I enjoy finding ways to bring the two together. But if you had told me a few years ago that I'd be making candles, I probably wouldn't have believed you!
My candle-making journey actually started with a gift. In December 2022, my former supervisor gave me a three-wick Flannel candle. It might seem like a simple gift, but at the time, it was exactly what I needed. There was something about the warm, comforting fragrance and the peaceful atmosphere it created that helped me relax and unwind. I appreciated that feeling so much that I started wondering what it would take to create something like it myself.
Well, one thing led to another, and before I knew it, I was diving headfirst into the art and science of candle making. I spent countless hours researching waxes, wicks, fragrance oils, and just about everything else that goes into making a great candle. I quickly discovered there was a lot more to it than simply melting wax and adding fragrance, and honestly, that made it even more interesting to me.
By January 2023, I was ready to give it a shot. I gathered some jars from candles I had never gotten around to using, repurposed them, and poured my very first batch of test candles. My first fragrance blend was Macintosh Apple and White Birch, and while I was just experimenting and having fun at the time, I didn't realize I was taking the first steps toward something much bigger. That was the beginning of Lovecrafted.
Today, I put that same curiosity, creativity, and attention to detail into every candle I make. My goal is simple: to create high-quality, handcrafted candles that bring a little warmth, comfort, and peace into your everyday life. From carefully selecting and blending fragrances to testing and allowing each candle to cure properly, I take my time with the process because I want you to enjoy every moment of the experience.
When I'm not making candles, I work full-time in instructional technology for a suburban school district, helping students and educators discover new ways to use technology for learning and creativity. Teaching is something I'm equally passionate about, and one of my long-term goals is to share what I've learned about candle making through online tutorials and educational content. After all, if a single candle could inspire me to start this journey, who knows what it might inspire someone else to do?
At the heart of it all, Lovecrafted is about more than just candles. It's about creating those special moments that make a space feel welcoming, help you slow down after a long day, or simply put a smile on someone's face.
Whether you're treating yourself, finding a thoughtful gift, or looking for that perfect fragrance to make your space feel like home, I'm so glad you're here.
Welcome to Lovecrafted. I hope you enjoy what I've created as much as I've enjoyed creating it!