Our story

 

 

Hi there! We’re Dave and Shelly, the proud owners of Highland Rose Melts. Our journey together began back in 1992 when we met in secondary school in Essex—and oh, what a journey it’s been!

Over the years, we’ve shared so many wonderful experiences—from exciting holidays and moving to new homes to raising our lovely kids and welcoming adorable pets into our family. Dave has always been a creative spirit, pouring his heart into music, song writing, and designing artwork for bands and t-shirt companies. Shelly has spent her career in administration, while Dave has a background in warehouse and manufacturing work.

 

When the world faced lockdown due to the coronavirus, our entire family caught it in December 2020. Since then, Dave’s health has had its ups and downs. During 2021, while he was dealing with the challenges of long COVID and taking time off work, Shelly wanted to help him rediscover his creativity. So, she surprised him with a candle-making kit!

We started making a few wax candles and melts just for fun. It turned out to be an amazing way to express ourselves! We shared them with some close friends, and the feedback was incredible—our candles burned beautifully, and everyone loved the wax melts.

 

Through trial and error over the next few months, we perfected our ingredients and processes, and we’re excited to say that our product range is already growing! This year we want to bring you even more new ideas and fragrances.

 

 

In March 2023, we made a big move, relocating 400 miles from Essex to beautiful Scotland—a place we've visited many times and absolutely adore. 

We are thrilled to announce that our products have been warmly received by local customers, who have chosen to support us by purchasing both online through our website and at various events and markets. 

 

Welcome to Highland Rose Melts and of course our brand mascot, the lovely Rosie McMelt.

Immerse yourself in our enchanting collection of 100% handmade wax products, crafted with care and passion. Each melt is designed to fill your space with captivating fragrances, transforming your home into a cosy haven of delightful scents. 

Transform your home into a serene sanctuary with Highland Rose Melts, where every breath is a luxurious experience.

Hand made Home Fragrance products