About Us

Kera Beach, Crete, Greece

The name Kera Light came from Kera Beach on the beautiful island of Crete, Greece. This beach captured my heart and soul and I found myself making an email address based on my experience there.

Years later, Kera Light Candles was conceived:
I was invited to a dear friend's house one rainy winter evening to do a little candle making…it brought back memories of my childhood love of candles and how many times I bungled at making them in the past from left over candles. Making them at my friend's house was so much fun and seemed so simple; I fell in love all over again. Afterward, I had a beautifully finished candle that when I showed people they "oohed and awed".

I then started investigating how to get my own equipment and start making them on my own. After I perfected my technique of handmade candles, I then solicited some stores in the tourist section of Xania, Crete, Greece. A store owner informed me the word "Kera" is a derivative of the Greek word for "Candle" which is: "Keri".

It was meant to be….

I moved back to the states after over four years in Greece to start up my business, and I continue to investigate how the best candles are made. I have had only positive testimonies on each of my candles.

Testimonials.....

Susan K. of Chicago, IL Writes:
I just love these candles. I have used them over and over and they always burn correctly without the usual candle maintenance. I have never seen candles that are so unique. It's obvious a lot of care is put into their creation. I can't wait for the holiday line. I intend to order some just to give as gifts. They will be the wow gift of the season.

Carolyn K. of Xania, Crete, Greece Writes:
Kera's candles have provided our home with the quality of lighting that exactly meets our requirements. Even burning, long lasting, and keeping their scent far longer than commercially bought brands. We were able to match the colour and scent exactly to our furnishing theme and needs. Always a conversation piece An excellent product that I would recommend to anyone.

William K. of Kounipidiana, Crete, Greece Writes:
Kera Light Candles makes the most incredible candles I have ever seen…. There are lots of candles in this world but none quite so personalized as hers… There is a comfort I get from having candles lit in my house, there's a personality behind, a meaning…. And knowing that the candles I burn aren't something mass produced in Hong Kong, only makes it so much more enjoyable. From my St. Patrick's Day candle with little hand made four leaf clovers highlighted by the flame, to all the others I have; each time I light one I smile at the quality and personality that shines back at me. Very impressed, keep up all the good work, and I'll be back for more soon, bank on it!!

Hallie P. of Souda Bay, Crete, Greece Writes:
I love your candles!! They smell amazing and you are so creative. They bring something to a home that you can't find anywhere else. We miss you and your beautiful candles over here in Greece. Wishing you the best success and thank you!

Sky B. of Fayetteville, AR Writes:
I love my Kera Light candle! It was a wonderful house-warming gift made of the colors that I have begun my new decor. It burns evenly and the different colors glow as it burns down. I lit this special candle on the passing of my Grandmother recently to celebrate her life and transition. This candle meant a great deal to me. So, for Mother's Day I thought I would pass on the beauty to my Mom. Even though I did not provide much lead time, the candle arrived on time and Mother called me as soon as she took it out of the box. She was elated and said the scent was very subtle. Even Dad like it. And, Avyi was able to custom create this candle with loads of love. Thank you Avyi for creating these beautiful Kera Light candles!

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