Oak Lane Candle Co.

Oak Lane Candle Co. Oak Lane Candle Co. creates hand-poured candles inspired by life’s simple joys. Made in Ames, Iowa 🫶🏻

Our car diffuser kits make it easy to keep your space smelling fresh with your favorite Oak Lane scents. No more mystery...
04/28/2026

Our car diffuser kits make it easy to keep your space smelling fresh with your favorite Oak Lane scents. No more mystery odors or toxic air fresheners.

Just fill and hang for a subtle, consistent fragrance that actually feels elevated (not overpowering).

The best part? You can choose any of our candle scents, so your car smells just as good as your home. Once you try it, there’s no going back.

Black Raspberry is one of those scents that just hits 🍇✨Bright, juicy raspberry meets a smooth, creamy vanilla base, wit...
04/26/2026

Black Raspberry is one of those scents that just hits 🍇✨

Bright, juicy raspberry meets a smooth, creamy vanilla base, with hints of black cherry and plum layered in for depth. It’s sweet, but grounded. Fresh, but still cozy.

If you’re looking for a spring scent that feels a little elevated (not overly sugary), this is the one you’ll keep coming back to.

Light it, and your whole space just feels better.

There’s something about a space when it just smells right ✨Our room sprays are made in all of your favorite candle scent...
04/25/2026

There’s something about a space when it just smells right ✨

Our room sprays are made in all of your favorite candle scents, so whether you’re refreshing your home before guests arrive, resetting a room after a long day, or just wanting that signature Oak Lane feel without lighting a wick… this is it.

One quick spray goes a long way, giving you that clean, elevated scent you already know and love.

Same scents. Same quality. Just a different way to enjoy them.

Stop in or shop online to find your go-to ✨

Spring is finally upon us and the lilacs will be blooming soon! There is NOTHING quite like a freshly bloomed lilac bush...
04/24/2026

Spring is finally upon us and the lilacs will be blooming soon! There is NOTHING quite like a freshly bloomed lilac bush (so nostalgic for me!). This candles really does smell like the real thing!

Did someone say Earth day? Our Evergreen + Earth is one of our best sellers, which sometimes shocks people! Visualize hi...
04/22/2026

Did someone say Earth day? Our Evergreen + Earth is one of our best sellers, which sometimes shocks people! Visualize hiking in the cool mountain air, with a mist of rain coming down on you. Prepared to be reminded of gardening, a hot summer rain, or just plain dirt. Some people love it, and some people hate it. Give it a try!

Don't worry about keeping that sourdough starter alive anymore! 🤪 Sweet Bread smells like the real deal. Like you spent ...
04/20/2026

Don't worry about keeping that sourdough starter alive anymore! 🤪 Sweet Bread smells like the real deal. Like you spent all day Sunday baking bread, without the stretching and folding, and stretching and folding, and more stretching and folding. Hot tip: You can get a loaf at Hy-Vee for $4 AND they'll slice it for you. You'll thank me later.

Lemon + Cream is sweet and indulgent. Very lemon forward, with notes of sugar, mint, bergamot, and a little butter to ro...
04/18/2026

Lemon + Cream is sweet and indulgent. Very lemon forward, with notes of sugar, mint, bergamot, and a little butter to round out the scent and mellow the tartness of a traditional lemon candle. It's a very best seller and a favorite of many! 🍋

Experience the captivating aroma of our Earth + White Sage candle. This unique blend begins with the refreshing notes of...
04/17/2026

Experience the captivating aroma of our Earth + White Sage candle. This unique blend begins with the refreshing notes of chamomile, sweet pear, and cleansing sage. The heart unfolds with delicate rose and soothing lavender, adding a touch of floral softness. Finally, the grounding essence of palo santo and earthy patchouli creates a warm and spiritual finish.

Let this sophisticated and arid scent transport you to the serene beauty of a wild desert landscape 🏜️

Wonder what makes our candles different? We believe candle-making should be simple and transparent. That’s why we use on...
04/15/2026

Wonder what makes our candles different? We believe candle-making should be simple and transparent. That’s why we use only 100% soy wax, thoughtfully sourced fragrance oils, and cotton wicks, without fillers or unnecessary additives. While other candles may rely on paraffin or blended materials for cost or performance, our focus is on clean, intentional ingredients you can feel good about.

https://oaklanecandleco.com/blogs/news/what-are-your-candles-and-wicks-made-of

Need a relaxing Sunday? 🧖🏻‍♀️🪴🛀🏼 Peppermint + Eucalyptus is a crisp, herb-forward blend designed to reset the air and sh...
04/12/2026

Need a relaxing Sunday? 🧖🏻‍♀️🪴🛀🏼

Peppermint + Eucalyptus is a crisp, herb-forward blend designed to reset the air and sharpen the atmosphere. Bright peppermint delivers a cool, immediate freshness, while eucalyptus adds a smooth, slightly camphorous depth that keeps the scent grounded and balanced.

It’s invigorating without being harsh and refreshing without leaning sweet. The combination feels modern and functional, ideal for moments when you want clarity and a clean slate.

Well-suited for bathrooms, kitchens, offices, or anytime you want the space to feel refreshed and focused.

It’s almost market season! Are you ready? The downtown Des Moines farmers market starts May 2 from 7 am -12 pm! Finding ...
04/09/2026

It’s almost market season! Are you ready? The downtown Des Moines farmers market starts May 2 from 7 am -12 pm! Finding my usual location next to the Hy-Vee parking garage on South 4. TELL ME: What scents do you want to see?!

Address

121 Main Street
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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Oak Lane Candle Co.

Who we are: Oak Lake Candle Co. is a natural, eco-friendly soy wax candle shop located in the heart of Ames, Iowa. We use all natural soy wax so you can be sure that your burn is clean and natural. Soy wax burns cleaner and longer than regular candles and is produced by American farmers. We use phthalate-free fragrance in all of our candles and a lead-free wick.

In 2014 my husband and I started an adoption process of (what would be) adopting our son and daughter from Uganda. With such a large sum of money to raise at a small amount of time, I thought of trying something I had always wanted to try as a hobby; candle making. I researched and tested and after countless hours, wax, wicks, and fragrances, I eventually found the perfect candle. These candles helped us raise the money to finish our adoption process and in March of 2017, we brought them home. The passion for creating candles has stuck with me, and here we are!

The Candle: Our 9 oz. and 16 oz. candles have a sleek, straight jar with a white tin lid. 9 oz. candles have a burn time of 40-60 hours and 16 oz. have a burn time of 80-120 hours, when properly maintained. Trim your wick to ¼ inch prior to every single burn. This ensures proper burning. The first time you burn your candle, burn it for a few hours, no more than four. Soy wax has a memory, so the first burn is important in making sure you have a proper melting pool. Soy wax has a very natural look and may develop frosting. This is the nature of soy candles and will not affect the burning or scent.