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Gardens & Candles

Creating Sacred Space to recharge, remember, and to simply be

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Gardens as sacred space

Gardens, no matter how big or small, offer an opportunity to create sacred outdoor space. A place for healing, remembrance, renewal, making fun memories, and to simply be. By choosing plants with meaning you can create sanctuary that nurtures growth, joy, and cherished memories.

As a certified horticulturist and herbologist, Ingrid helps design plant borders, memorial gardens, and natural sanctuaries that thrive in harmony with their surroundings. Whether you seek guidance on plant selection, seasonal care, propagation, vegetable or cutflower growing, or hands-on gardening skills, she offers expert advice tailored to your needs. Consultations start at £50 with flexible options available to ensure that nature can be part of everyone’s home. Prices for general maintenance in Fife - Scotland start at £30 per hour.

Scroll down to book a free discovery call or an online garden consultation to explore how to cultivate your own sacred green space. If you are looking to understand gardening tasks, please click the button below to have a look at our blog where Ingrid writes articles including monthly garden to-do's.

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The transformative power of candles


Candles create sacred space through the transformative power of fire which burns away the old, illuminates the present, and ignites new beginnings. The flame guides us through transitions, brings clarity, and connects us to the unseen.

Fire is transformative as it has the ability to clear negative energy, bring clarity, and provide comfort during moments of stillness or change. Whether used in meditation, spellwork, remembrance, or daily rituals, candles bring warmth, focus, and depth to spiritual practices. Lighting a candle can be an act of devotion, a symbol of honouring life’s cycles, or a way to invite mindfulness and magic into the present.

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Ingrid's handpoured pillar candles


Ingrid creates handpoured pillar candles designed to serve as a powerful tools for transformation, meditation, and remembrance. These candles are created with love and with the planet in mind. They consist from a mix of soy wax and beeswax and an eco friendly dye and TCR or Eco wick. Scroll the bar below to browse the selection.

Candles are available at The Lavender Nook in Dunfermline and on markets Ingrid attends. She also takes limited personalised orders each month for pickup. If you stay around Fife and would like to order candles made to your colour preferences please click the button below to get in touch for pricing and to arrange types, colours, and pick up.

Market date 2025
30th of November - Alternative Collective New Moon Market in West Lothian, Whitburn

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'Magic(k) is the art of working with natural energy with intent to create transformation, healing, and connection.'
- Ingrid van Oostrom

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Gardening Testimonials

"Having used Ingrid's gardening skills I can safely say she is excellent. As an experienced gardener who just doesn't have time currently I needed someone who understands my plants and their needs and isn't just going to cut the lawn and leave (she cuts lawns as well though). If your garden needs some TLC or even a bit of a makeover be assured she is very good and willing to work with you to achieve what you want in your garden."

-David - Gardening

"Currently working with Ingrid to finally organise our garden! So far we have met, made plans, shared life stories and drank tea with biscuits. That is the best way to build a bond with your gardener. She is super friendly, bursting with ideas and puts your mind at ease straight away."

-Roshene - Gardening

"I have used Ingrid a few times now for supporting with the upkeep of my garden and can say she does a fantastic job. She offers great advise and feedback on plants in my garden and what she had achieved/ planned to do on her visit and completes any tasks I ask to be completed. It's also a great support to know if I need advice she is there to offer support. I would really recommend Ingrid."

-Donna - Gardening

"Our garden was in dire need of TLC which Ingrid took care of with ease. She is hard working, reliable and trustworthy. An absolute pleasure to be around. She is very knowledgeable and we know our garden is in good hands."

-Paula - Gardening

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'When you plant lettuce and if it doesn't grow well, you don't blame the lettuce.
You look for reasons it isn't doing well.'
- Thich Nhat Hanh

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