Handcrafted soy wax candles and gift sets from Portugal

  • Our Christmas candle collection

    Our Christmas
    candle
    collection

    The light that brings
    your loved ones together
  • Autumn Warmth

    Autumn Warmth

    Light it on the first chilly evening and let your home fill with autumn cosiness
  • From the Heart

    From the Heart

    A handmade heart candle —
    a gift that says more
    than words
  • Crafted to Be Shared

    Crafted to
    Be Shared

    Handcrafted candles
    and gift sets inspired
    by Portugal

Amavela favourites

Carrousel

Carrousel

A Christmas carousel candle with a mulled wine scent

59,00 €
Heirloom

Heirloom

A Christmas bauble candle — a gift to treasure for years

65,00 €
Aureon

Aureon

A golden legend of Porto — a winged art object

55,00 €
Homeward

Homeward

A car bringing the tree home — Christmas candle set

69,00 €
How it works

Curated gifts, made in Portugal

Candles poured by hand in Porto, curated into calm, considered gifts — and delivered with care.

Choose your gift box

Select a curated box or explore by category — each piece is chosen for its form, texture and quiet presence.

We pour and finish every candle by hand, in small batches, in our Porto workshop — then pack each order ourselves. Nothing outsourced, nothing rushed; just a gift that feels personal.

From minimal compositions to more expressive sets, each box is designed to carry meaning beyond the objects within.

Choose your gift box

Handcrafted & carefully packed

Every order is packed by hand, with the same attention we give the pour itself — from the candle to the final fold of the box.

We focus on balance, composition and tactile quality — creating something that feels complete from the moment it is opened.

Handcrafted & carefully packed
Why Amavela?

A calm and refined gifting experience

We combine aesthetics, craftsmanship and intention — so every gift feels natural, personal and lasting.

Curated selection

Curated selection

Only objects with strong form and character become part of a box.

Considered design

Considered design

Minimal aesthetics, soft tones and materials that feel natural in the hand.

Effortless gifting

Effortless gifting

Everything arrives ready to give.

Made in Portugal

Made in Portugal

Poured and finished by hand, in small batches, in our own Porto workshop.

FAQ

Answers to main questions

How secure is payment?

All payments are handled by trusted providers. We do not store your card details, and all transactions are encrypted.

What if the gift doesn't fit?

You can request a return or exchange within 14 days. We'll guide you through the process clearly and quickly.

Will you deliver on time?

We provide estimated delivery windows and tracking when available. Each order is prepared with care and timing in mind.

What's inside the box?

Each product page shows full details and composition. We also include a card that tells the story behind the objects.

Our promise

Why you can trust Amavela

No hype — just how we make and send every order.

Hand-poured in Porto

Poured and finished by hand, in small batches, in our own workshop.

Soy wax, clean burn

Natural soy wax for an even, long, clean burn.

Premium gift packaging

Considered, tactile packaging — ready to offer.

Delivery across Europe

Tracked shipping in Portugal and across the EU.

14-day returns

Changed your mind? You have 14 days to return.

Returns policy

Discover premium gifts inspired by Portugal

Beautifully curated, sustainably packed, and delivered with care.

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Delivery to EU available