Teotitlán del Valle, Mexico
Doña Viviana Alávez
Doña Viviana Alávez, now in her eighth decade, continues to handcraft candles from 100% pure beeswax sourced in Chiapas—a skill passed down through generations of women in her family. Since childhood, she has poured her heart into this tradition, creating each candle layer by layer with patience and devotion. Her work has long supported not only her family but her entire village.
As she prepares to pass her techniques to her two sons, Viviana’s workshop has become a place of living heritage—where knowledge, artistry, and love intertwine. Her creativity transformed a centuries-old craft when she began sculpting her now-signature rose and flower-shaped candles, inspired by the beauty of a single bloom.
Today, her creations illuminate life’s most meaningful moments—proposals, weddings, and celebrations across Mexico—preserving the light of tradition through every flame.
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Tall Specialty Beeswax Candle | Black



