Our Story: How Lavrose Came to Life

Hi there, and welcome! We're Todor and Elizabet—husband and wife, parents, and the hands behind Lavrose. If you've just discovered us, we’re really glad you're here. Before we start sharing candle care tips, fun facts, and behind-the-scenes bits, we wanted to begin with something a bit more personal: how this whole journey actually started.

It All Started at Home...

Back in 2020, when the world slowed down and everything felt uncertain, we, like many others, found ourselves spending a lot more time at home. There was something about those quiet, long days that made space for new ideas. We kept bouncing around the thought of starting our own business—but we hadn’t the slightest clue what it would be.

Some ideas came and went, but nothing really stuck. Until one day, we were just sitting with a cup of tea, talking about the scents we grew up with—roses and lavender, both so familiar, so comforting. And that’s when the spark came.

From Memories to Candle-Making

Todor grew up in the Valley of Roses in Bulgaria, where the scent of blooming fields in spring still lingers in his memory. For me (Elizabet), lavender always reminded me of summer holidays and the way my grandmother would dry bunches by the window.

We decided to give candle-making a go. Not as a business—not yet—but just for fun. A little experiment. We ordered supplies, watched countless videos, and started making candles for our home. Then for our friends. Then friends of friends started asking too.

That’s when we knew—this could be something more.

Slowly, Gently, Lavrose Was Born

We didn’t rush it. We kept learning, tweaking, testing. It was important to us that what we made wasn’t just beautiful, but also clean, sustainable, and something we’d be proud to light in our own home. We ended up settling on a lovely blend of coconut and soy wax—natural, slow-burning, and gentle on the senses.

And the name? That part came easily. Lavrose—a blend of lavender and rose, just like us.

More Than Just Candles

For us, Lavrose is about more than fragrance. It’s about creating those little rituals that help us slow down. Lighting a candle while you read, or cook, or unwind after a long day. It’s about bringing warmth and intention into the everyday.

We make every candle by hand, right here in Surrey. No big factories, no shortcuts. Just us, at the kitchen table most days, pouring, trimming, labelling—always with love and care.

What’s Next?

We’ve started this blog to share what we’ve learned and the things we love—from candle care tips and behind-the-scenes peeks, to seasonal scents and stories from our day-to-day life as a small family business.

We hope you’ll stick around. And if you’ve ever lit one of our candles, thank you. You’ve become a part of our story, too.

Warm wishes,
Todor & Elizabet