In 1993, Midwest Prairie Candles became part of the Franklin County cottage industries, hired our first full time employee, and introduced the first Midwest Prairie Candles a Limited Edition Crock. In 1994, we moved our production to it's present location, a renovated horse barn. Today, our candle production, retail store, horse stables and horse riding arena remain under one roof!

We held our first Open House that November, and have continued this tradition every Spring and Fall. Candle making tours, refreshments, working exhibits, and a luncheon are some of the activities that have been held over the years. Horses are still a part of our life, and delight both young and old alike at Open House time!

Our retail store opened in 1995 and has continued to grow. Our store boasts a unique collection of home furnishings and every day gift ideas. Oak and pine furniture. Limited Edition and open prints, lace, afghans, pottery, greeting cards, baskets.....and even candles, fill the store from floor to ceiling. We thrive on helping our customers create the right touch for their homes. Just north of Hampton, Iowa on Highway 65, our store draws bus tours, locals, and small groups of "day" shoppers.

In addition to making our candles available through our own store, we sell to the wholesale market. Today, we participate in approximately eight wholesale markets per year and ship products to stores through out the United States. We also market our candles through a home party network system with Independent Representatives.

Midwest Prairie Candles continues to flourish as a manufacturer and wholesaler of a full line of scented candles and wax products. Our retail store is open on a regular basis, and boasts extended hours during the Holiday season. Call us at 1-800-631-3854 for more information. We delight in hearing from our candle-fanatic friends, and enjoy having visitors stop in the store. We look forward to meeting you!