I’m Brooke, the creator behind Black Moon Botanica, a space where craftsmanship and the mystical arts come together. My fascination with ancient traditions and the natural world led me to study Herbology at the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, but my journey with candle making began much earlier as a teenager experimenting with wax and wicks.

I envisioned building a store that felt both timeless and personal, offering a hand-selected collection of tarot decks, botanical goods, ethically sourced crystals, esoteric literature, and, most importantly, handcrafted candles. Setting up shop on Candlemaker Row felt like destiny not only reviving a craft rooted in the street’s past but also bringing my family history full circle, as generations before me lived just above our storefront.

Since launching in 2019, Black Moon Botanica has grown through both challenges and triumphs. Along with opening a second location in the heart of Amsterdam, we expanded from old town Edinburgh in 2023 to the city’s new town in 2024.

Today, I operate the business alongside my partner, Pieter-Paul. Together, we create candles, wax melts, botanical infusions, perfume oils, and other handcrafted goods, supported by a small but passionate team. Whether you visit us in person or connect with us from afar, we’re excited to share our magical world with you.