The Owner
My name is Maria Cherego, and I currently own and created MKC Candles. It’s a small at-home business, where I personally make all products by hand pouring all candles and wax melts in my kitchen!
My full time “gig” is Elementary Instrumental Music education, where I teach grades 3 through 5 band and string instruments in Pennsylvania. I graduated with my Bachelor’s of Music in Music Education from West Chester University in West Chester, PA in 2015. Recently, in May of 2020, I graduated with my Master’s of Music Education from Temple University. I currently reside in the Philadelphia area with my husband Anthony, who is also a music educator, and our 1.5 year old son.
Why Candles?
Candles have always been a part of my life. When I was growing up, my mom would light candles constantly (and whenever we visit, she still lights them, except a majority of them are now from my company!). Now that I have a house of my own, candles are in my house often. They bring light and comfort and they make my home feel like home!
I started making candles as small Mother’s Day Gifts back in May of 2020. Who knew that a small hobby would turn into this?!
TWO PASSIONS IN ONE
At MKC Candles, I strive to produce natural and harmless products that provide that sense of home with entertainment.
MKC Candles began in June of 2020. You can definitely say this started as a COVID hobby after gifting them to my Mom and Mother-In-Law for Mother’s Day. I now have turned my love of teaching music and my love of candle making into one, as my main candle line is inspired by musical instruments. Each Musician’s Candle comes with a free QR code to share music of that instrument. So every time you light your candle, you can enjoy the ambiance of the candle and the music of that instrument together.
If you are not a “musician,” these are still for you! The scents are for EVERYONE and can give you some information and entertainment right in your own home. All descriptions of scents are included on the candle itself.
I also create seasonal scents for the fall and winter, as well (they are located under the SHOP tab above; then click “Seasonal Scents”).
All in all, thank you for your support and love. I hope to bring some gentle light and some gentle melodies your way soon!
With love and light,
Maria K. Cherego