These two large pillar candles featuring an Ostara bunny standing and sitting amongst blooming flowers, are the perfect set for your Spring Equinox altar. It is said that Ostara the Germanic Goddess (also known as Eostre in Old English) associated with Spring, once came across a dying bird and transformed it into a hare to save its life. The hare (known as the Osterhase, and eventually; The Easter Bunny) then laid colourful eggs at The Spring Equinox and gave them to children as gifts. It is a powerful symbol of transformation, rebirth and the fertility of Spring. Specifications Dimensions: ~9.5x5.5-6.5cm Wax: 100% pure New Zealand beeswax Colour: Natural golden yellow Scent: Unscented, natural honey Wicks: Cotton, square braided Burn time: ~36hours Candle Instructions The first burn should be for at least 3 hours, so that the melt pool reaches the edges, to avoid tunneling. To increase burn time and minimise flame size - keep wick trimmed to 5mm before each lighting and trim roughly every hour if possible to do safely. To maintain an even burn - carefully push any unmelted pieces into the wax pool as candle burns down. Ensure candle is on a level surface in a proper holder, large enough to capture any dripping wax. To extinguish the flame without smoking - dip wick into wax pool using an appropriate utensil and stand it back up for easy relighting. Always burn candle within sight and never leave unattended. Keep away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets. If you prefer to use it as decor and enjoy it for longer, that is great too! Over time pure beeswax may naturally develop a white dusting called Bloom, this can be polished off with a soft cloth. As each candle is individually hand poured there may be small visible imperfections making each candle unique. Each candle will be made specially for you, which may take a few days so if your order is urgent, please let me know.
