Memory Lane

Secret Santa Gifts Under £15 That Aren't Boring

Secret Santa Gifts Under £15 That Aren't Boring Another Secret Santa, another £15 budget... and absolutely no idea what to buy! Forget novelty socks, boring mugs and last-minute boxes of chocolates...

How to Look After a Candle and Get the Best Burn Every Time

Want to get the best from your candle? Our quick candle care guide covers the first burn, wick trimming, tunnelling and a few simple habits for a better burn.

Why Familiar Glow Isn’t Just Another Candle Brand

There are a lot of candle brands out there. So when we created Familiar Glow, we knew we didn't want to make just another candle company. We wanted to create something that made you feel something....

Autumn in the 80s & 90s: Bonfire Nights, Nanna’s Crumble & a Trip to Blockbuster

Autumn felt different when we were kids. Growing up in the 80s and 90s, there wasn’t the huge build-up to Halloween that there is today. Trick or treating wasn’t really the main event. For us, aut...

Why Smells Bring Back Childhood Memories So Quickly

Freshly cut grass, Sunday morning coffee or someone's familiar aftershave — discover why certain smells can bring childhood memories flooding back in an instant.

Unusual Letterbox Gifts UK: A Little Nostalgia Through Their Doo

Looking for unusual letterbox gifts in the UK? Forget the usual flowers and chocolates! Discover Familiar Glow's nostalgic Throwback Snap Bars – retro-inspired wax melts that fit through the letter...

5 Things That Will Instantly Take a 90s Kid Back to Childhood

Tamagotchis, mixtapes, Friday night video shop trips and Saturday morning TV… some memories take you straight back. Here are five things every 90s kid will instantly remember.

The Best Nostalgic Gifts for 90s Kids Who Are Now Grown-Ups

Shopping for a grown-up 90s kid? From mixtapes and retro icons to scents that bring childhood memories flooding back, discover five nostalgic gift ideas they'll actually remember.