There’s something magical about lighting a candle that instantly transforms your space. If you love warm, natural scents and enjoy hands-on DIY projects, this Cozy Nook Candle Recipe is perfect for you. Designed with a calming blend of Bergamot, Timber, and Cassia essential oils, this candle is more than just a pretty scent—it’s an easy way to bring comfort and ambience into any room. Whether you’re winding down for the evening or setting the tone for a cozy reading nook, this recipe delivers soothing, natural fragrance without synthetic additives or complex steps.
Scent Story: What Makes This Candle Special
The Cozy Nook Candle is carefully crafted to create a warm, inviting atmosphere using a unique blend of natural essential oils. Each ingredient contributes its own aromatic character, resulting in a fragrance that feels grounding, comforting, and bright—all at once.
Bergamot Essential Oil
Known for its crisp, citrusy scent, Bergamot brings a clean and uplifting brightness to the candle. It balances the deeper woodsy and spicy notes, making the overall aroma feel fresh yet cozy. Perfect for adding an open, light energy to your space.
Cassia Essential Oil
Cassia offers a rich, spicy warmth similar to cinnamon but with a more complex, comforting edge. It deepens the scent profile and gives the candle a welcoming, nostalgic feel—ideal for cozy nights in or autumn-inspired ambiance.
Timber Essential Oil
With grounding, earthy undertones, Timber provides a solid base for this scent blend. It evokes the natural aroma of fresh wood and adds a sense of stillness and comfort—like being nestled in a quiet cabin surrounded by nature.
1oz DIY Candle Kit
This beginner-friendly kit contains everything you need to make a natural, essential oil candle. It’s designed to make candle-making safe, simple, and mess-free—no special tools or double boiler required.
1oz Jar or Other Candle Vessel
This compact amber glass jar is the perfect container for your DIY candle. It’s both heat-safe and stylish, offering a minimal, modern look that fits into any room decor. The amber tint also helps protect the essential oil fragrance by limiting light exposure.
Things to Remember When Using This Recipe
Always dilute essential oils before using them on the skin. Essential oils are unlikely to cause skin irritation when diluted properly. If an oil has oxidized (been left with the cap off for extended periods), it is more likely to cause skin irritation. Refer to this dilution chart for proper dilution of this essential oil.
This essential oil recipe is not generally safe to use if you are pregnant. Consult your doctor prior to use.
This essential oil recipe is safe to use with kids aged 10+.
Cats may find this recipe irritating. For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
Dogs may find this recipe irritating. For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
We don’t recommend ingesting essential oils unless directed by a doctor certified in aromatherapy. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils, check out this blog post.
*Please note: This post is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have extensively used essential oils and has not been verified scientifically with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please consult your doctor. The statements given in this blog post have not been verified by the FDA
Cozy Nook Candle Recipe
Cozy Nook Candle Recipe: Create a Warm and Inviting Space Naturally
Ingredients
- FROM YOUR BOX
1oz DIY Candle Kit
8 drops Bergamot Essential Oil
2 drops Cassia Essential Oil
5 drops Timber Essential Oil
- FROM YOUR HOME
1oz jar or other candle vessel
Directions
- Open the candle kit and remove the wick and wick sticker. Peel the backing off the wick sticker. Place the sticker on the metal base of the wick, then stick the wick to the center of the bottom of your candle jar.
- Place the opened bag in the microwave. Heat on high for 2 minutes. Stir. If the wax isn’t fully melted, continue microwaving at 30-second intervals until completely melted.
- Once the wax is fully melted, carefully add your essential oils and stir for sixty seconds to blend them thoroughly.
- Carefully pour the melted wax into your candle jar. Use caution as the wax will be very hot.
- Thread the wick centering tool through the wick and place the tool on top of the jar to keep wick centered. Allow wax to harden completely.
- Once the candle has cooled and hardened, trim the wick to about ¼-inch length to ensure a clean burn. Always burn your candle within sight and away from flammable materials, keeping it out of reach of children and pets.