At Fire Island Keepsakes, each candle is crafted with luxurious natural coconut-apricot wax to bring warmth, comfort and a sense of home to every day moments.
Featured here is our Morning Brew candle, evoking the rich scent of freshly brewed coffee--an everyday ritual, reimagined.
Welcome to Fire Island Keepsakes, where we transform ordinary moments into cherished memories at an affordable price.
Our unique handmade natural candles are hand-poured from Natural Coconut-apricot wax, and are crafted with love and infused with captivating Clean Scents. Featured to the left, our Pumpkin Souffle' is infused with essential oils and comforting notes of clove bud, cardamon, pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon and warm vanilla, capturing the feeling of autumn the moment you light the wick.
"Some treasures may not shine like gold; instead, they sparkle with priceless memories."
At Fire Island Keepsakes, we are inspired by the beauty and wonder of the natural world as pictured here in Sunken Forrest.
Our gifts capture the spirit of nature, bringing peace and tranquility to your home or office.
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Fire Island Keepsakes
My name is Denise, founder of Fire Island Keepsakes.
My journey into candle-making began in 2001, inspired by the hope I witnessed as New Yorkers carried lit candles after 9/11. While volunteering outside the Javits Center and serving those returning from Ground Zero, I was deeply moved by what candlelight represented — comfort, resilience, and light in the darkness. I began making candles at home, gifting them to family and friends.
In 2024, after years of perseverance and personal sensitivities, I officially launched Fire Island Keepsakes, creating luxurious natural coconut-apricot wax candles that are clean, phthalate-free, dye-free, vegan, and thoughtfully crafted.
Spending summers since the 1960s in Ocean Bay Park shaped the soul of my brand. From ferry rides out of Bay Shore to the shores of Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island, NY, and long walks along the beach, those memories of salt air, sea glass, and serenity live in every candle I pour.
“Even the smallest light can brighten the darkest space.”
Each candle burns 45–60 hours and is packaged in eco-friendly gift boxes. More than fragrance, they are meant to bring warmth, peace, and a gentle glow into your home — a reminder that even the smallest light can brighten the darkest space.
At Fire Island Keepsakes, we use natural coconut-apricot wax because it’s gentle, clean, and sustainable — the perfect foundation for a luxurious candle.
A coconut tree takes 6-10 years to mature, making genetic modification slow and expensive. They are not a major industrial crop and there is no large-scale demand or incentive to genetically modify coconuts. Adding apricot firms up the blend slightly, it keeps that smooth creamy look you love!
Our wax burns evenly and holds fragrance beautifully, creating a smooth, long-lasting glow. We pair it with phthalate-free fragrances and never use dyes, ensuring every candle is safe, clean, and as beautiful as it smells.
Every candle is crafted with care, so you can enjoy the soothing light and captivating scent with peace of mind.
