Last week, the sun was certainly shining in our office after we were contacted out of blue by the X Factor production team. We had been recommended to them and they wondered whether we’d be interested in supplying candles for the dressing rooms of the four judges and the lovely Dermot, as well as the Green Room as they tour the UK to find the next singing sensation.

Desperately trying to stop jumping around the office and appear composed so it sounded like we had these types of calls all the time, we said we’d be delighted to… and the first batch goes off to Birmingham at the end of the month.

We chose Eden, Shine, Saddle, More, Nocturne and In the Pink fragrances, and are sending them lots so they don’t start fighting over them… we’ll let you know what the feedback is.

You may have seen last month we have been helping nine year old Bethany Rose raise money for Breast Cancer Care in memory of her mum Katy. She was hoping to raise £5k, but has smashed her target and raised a whopping £15k, with more still to come in. If you bought one of our Candle 4 Katy candles, thank you very much for your support.

Best wishes

Cheryl x

We love Spring at melt – it’s a chance to finally throw open the windows and fill your home with some fresh air, and indulge in some wondrously fresh and citrusy fragrances such as Eden, Joy, Hush, Shine and Listen.

If you follow us on Facebook and Twitter you’ll know that we’re supporting a fundraising campaign called Candle 4 Katy, set up by nine year old Clitheroe girl Bethany Rose.

She is looking to raise £5,000 for Breast Cancer Care, in memory of her lovely mum Katy who died last year. As well supporting a 5k sponsored walk on Mother’s Day we’ve made some special candles for Bethany to sell and she’s sold over 100, so she’s well on her way to achieving her target – a big thank you if you’ve bought one. If you’d like one, just give us a call on 01200 443377 – they retail at £20 with £12 going straight back to the fund!

Finally, you may have seen us in the March issue of Homes & Gardens – they did a little feature about how good our website is… but you know that because you’re already here!

Best wishes

Cheryl x

We’ll be adding more elements to it over the coming months including new luxuries, so please do keep a look out.

Our lovely friends at Country Homes & Interiors have very kindly featured melt in their January 2011 issue (out now), as part of their Earning a Living feature.

They came to see us in February and whilst we were a little scared about a national magazine coming to see us, Homes Editor Vivienne and photographer Brent were absolutely lovely and we had a fab time; and we’re absolutely thrilled with the five pages of coverage!

We’re now in the throes of organising a Christmas Market at Backridge Farm (11/12 December) where our workshop and flagship store is based. We’ve got festive food, crafts and gifts, roast chestnuts and lots, lots more… we’re keeping our fingers crossed the snow stays away!

With the big day looming we just want to wish you all a very magical Christmas and if you’ve still got gifts to buy our last posting date is Tuesday 21st December… so hurry!

Best wishes

Cheryl x

As well as a fabulous new design we’ve simplified the navigation, making it quicker and easier for you to select a candle by either fragrance type or season… our ‘melt luxuries’ have had a mini makeover too.

The new design has allowed us to tell you more about us and our business. We’ve added lots of lovely photos, and you’ll also find added value features like ‘It’s on Offer’ which gives you the opportunity to buy end of line, seconds and take advantage of promotional offers.

There’s even a quick link to follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

Enjoy, and do let us know what you think.

melt x