10 of Cups Candles

Our Story

Meet our rescued teacup candles and see how we hand-pour each one with care.

A close-up, photographic image of a whimsical collection of hand-poured candles in rescued vintage teacups arranged on a rustic wooden coffee table. Each teacup has a different playful pattern—polka dots, tiny florals, and gold rims—filled with creamy soy wax and perfectly centered wicks. Soft afternoon window light spills in from the left, creating gentle highlights on the glazed porcelain and subtle shadows between the cups. In the softly blurred background, a cozy living room scene with stacked books and a leafy plant suggests a relaxed home setting. Shot at an eye-level angle with shallow depth of field, the mood is warm, inviting, and slightly quirky, emphasizing photographic realism and the charm of giving old teacups a second life.
A photographic, medium-wide shot of a vendor booth for 10 of Cups Candles at an outdoor market, focused entirely on the display and products with no visible people. A sturdy folding table is covered in a linen cloth, layered with tiered wooden risers holding rows of rescued teacup candles in every color and style, from delicate bone china to chunky stoneware. Soft, bright daylight from a lightly overcast sky creates even, flattering illumination with minimal harsh shadows. Hand-drawn price markers are suggested only as small, non-readable shapes, keeping text out of frame. In the softly blurred background, hints of neighboring tents and greenery establish the vendor-event setting. The image is shot at a slightly elevated angle with a vibrant, playful mood that invites exploration of the quirky teacup collection.

Our Rescued Teacup Candle Story

10 of Cups Candles began with a love of treasure-hunting vintage teacups and a wish to keep them out of landfills. Each cup is cleaned, wicked, and hand-poured in small batches for cozy, gift-ready glow. 10 of Cups is an LGBTQ+ owned business that donates a portion of net proceeds from each sale to GLAD LAW.

Discover how
A cozy, photographic evening scene of a small coffee table styled with lit 10 of Cups Candles in rescued teacups as the centerpiece. Three or four candles in different patterned cups glow softly, their flames reflected in the glossy glaze and pooled wax. The table surface is a warm-toned wood, surrounded by hints of a comfy armchair, a soft throw blanket draped nearby, and a stack of well-loved books, all slightly out of focus. The primary light source is the candlelight itself, creating gentle, dancing shadows and a warm, intimate amber hue throughout the frame. Captured at a low, eye-level angle with a shallow depth of field, the mood is playful yet soothing, showcasing how these rescued teacup candles bring charm and atmosphere to a lived-in home space.
A detailed, photographic close-up of the candle-pouring process for 10 of Cups Candles, focusing on an array of empty rescued teacups arranged on kraft paper atop a farmhouse-style wooden table. Some cups already hold cooling wax, while others reveal their eclectic designs—faded roses, geometric stripes, and gilded handles. Off to one side sits a stainless steel pouring pitcher, still glistening with warm, creamy wax remnants. Soft, diffused morning light from a nearby kitchen window creates gentle highlights on the liquid surfaces and a calm, workshop-like atmosphere. Shot from a slightly elevated, three-quarter angle with shallow depth of field, the composition emphasizes craftsmanship and care, while maintaining a playful, home-based maker vibe with no people present.
A photographic, wide-angle view of an indoor vendor-event setup for 10 of Cups Candles, with long tables forming an L-shape covered in soft-colored tablecloths. Dozens of rescued teacup candles are arranged in playful clusters by color family—pastel florals in one area, bold patterns in another—each cup unique in shape and design. Overhead string lights and warm indoor lighting bathe the scene in a gentle glow, creating soft highlights on the porcelain and wax. Background elements show other vendor tables as blurred blocks of color, reinforcing the bustling market context without focusing on specific products. The composition is balanced and inviting, with sharp focus on the front row of candles and a gradual blur toward the back, conveying abundance, variety, and the fun of discovering these quirky, hand-poured treasures at events.