Our Story

Welcome to Up North Candle Depot!  We’re Kurt and Monika.

Our journey into the candle and soap making business began after we retired from the military and moved “up-north” to enjoy all that the area has to offer.  Not accustomed to idleness after retirement, and fueled by a deep appreciation for candles and artisan soaps, Kurt drew inspiration from his aunt and uncle who operated a similar business in upstate New York. Starting in our kitchen, Kurt began making his creations.

Motivated by the idea of sharing Kurt's hand-made, high-quality products with others at an affordable price, we decided to create a small business. We quickly learned the limitations of our kitchen for this endeavor, so we sought a location with a “candle and soap lab” to create, and enough space to showcase our creations.  We found what we were looking for – a boutique space with a uniquely up-north, industrial feel, next to the train tracks, that transformed into The Up North Candle Depot.

Whether you are a local or visiting the area, we invite you to stop in to say hi and explore our unique shop.  We are confident that if you decide to try some of our hand-crafted affordable luxuries or other cool gifts, you'll find something to love.

We’re right next to the tracks!