ABOUT LEAVES AND PRICKLES

Welcome to leaves and prickles! I’m Monika, the founder and creator behind this small business, based in Cheshire, UK.

I'm a nature lover and houseplant enthusiast, sharing my passion and creativity through handcrafted terrarium candles. 

For most of my life, I worked in an office environment, but I always dreamed of starting my own business, one that would allow me to express my creativity and bring me true happiness.

As a houseplant enthusiast, I began making terrarium candles inspired by cacti and succulents as a hobby. In January 2023, I took a leap of faith and listed one of my candles on Etsy. To my delight, the response was overwhelming, and orders started pouring in faster than I could keep up.

This incredible demand led me to make one of the biggest decisions of my life: I left my office job to fully dedicate myself to pursuing my passion and building my dream business.

Thank you for being part of this journey and supporting my small business. I’m so excited to share my love for nature and creativity with you through my handcrafted terrarium candles.