Igniting the Spirit of Ireland: The Spud x Bread & Weather Candle Collaboration
Discover how a shared love for Irish landscape, storytelling, and scent led to a special edition soy wax candle; hand poured in Wicklow and made in collaboration with Spud.ie.
What Makes Natural Handmade Soap Different (and Better)
Not all soap is created equal. Here's what sets real, handmade cold process soap apart from the mass-produced bars you’ll find in shops—and why it’s better for your skin, and the planet.
What Sets Natural Aromatherapy Candles Apart from the Rest
Most scented candles are made with synthetic fragrance oils—and it shows. Here’s how natural essential oil candles offer more than just scent: they support your senses, your space, and your wellbeing.
Why my candles, soaps and gifts are packaged 100% plastic free.
Sustainability isn’t a side note—it’s part of the whole design. Here’s why I’ve chosen 100% plastic free packaging for all Bread & Weather products, and how small shifts in our choices can make a gentler world.
Why I Use Soy Wax for My Candles (and Why It’s Better for You)
Soy wax is a cleaner-burning, longer-lasting, and more sustainable alternative to paraffin. Here's why I choose it for every Bread & Weather candle—and why your home (and lungs) will thank you.
Essential Oils vs. Synthetic Fragrance: What’s the Real Difference?
Not all scented candles are created equal. In this post, I break down the difference between essential oils and synthetic fragrance—and explain why I only ever scent my candles with the real thing.
Switching to a New Irish Rapeseed Oil for My Soaps
When my original supplier ran out of stock, I went looking for an Irish-grown rapeseed oil that shared my values. Here’s how I chose a new partner—and why the quality of this oil matters so much for your skin.
How to Care for Your Soy Candle (and Make It Last Longer)
Want a longer, cleaner burn from your candle? These simple care tips will help you get the most out of every Bread & Weather candle—while keeping your space safe and your scent steady.
Bread & Weather in the Press: Features, Mentions & Kind Words
A round-up of recent features and kind mentions. Deep thanks to the editors, writers, and creators who share the stories of small, handmade brands like Bread & Weather.
Inside the Studio: Where I Make Every Candle and Bar of Soap by Hand
Every candle and bar of soap is made by hand in my converted barn studio in rural County Wicklow. Come behind the scenes and see where Bread & Weather begins.
How to Choose the Right Candle for You (or for a Gift)
Not sure which Bread & Weather candle to choose? I’ve described each blend the way I would to a friend—pairing them with moods, seasons, and moments to help you find the perfect match.
Why Organic Irish Rapeseed Oil Is the Heart of My Soap
It’s not the flashiest ingredient—but it’s my favourite. Here’s why organic Irish rapeseed oil makes such a gentle, nourishing base for handmade soap, and why I’ve chosen to build my recipes around it.

Take me to the Studio Adjacent Blog
Observations and notes from the world of Bread & Weather.
Books, ponies, plants, personal essays, and the occasional barn-based meltdown. These posts wander a bit, but they always return to care, creativity, and a slower way of living