Michael T.
3/13/2025
This little candle shop in Old Town San Diego caught me, and my wallet, by surprise! They've got a clever make your own candle type of station right at the entrance where you can put various...
Toby's Candle & Soap Shop
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2645 San Diego Ave
San Diego, CA 92110
History
Toby was a school teacher and one of her students had learned the art of cut and curl hand carved candles. In 1981 Toby decided to learn the art and create a small seasonal business to compliment her teaching career. From 1985 to 1993 Toby and her family operated the candle factory at Knott's Berry Farm. Toby's has now been located in Old Town San Diego for 23 years.
Specialties
We offer Hand made candles and soap. Customers can color their own candle. We offer many styles to choose from. We make our own sugar scrub and bath fizzies and bath sea salt. Customers can watch our skilled chandler dip and carve a cut and curl candle right on the spot.
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Reviews
4.5174 reviews
Jane A.
5/21/2025
CUTE SHOP (3 stars) Trying to support small businesses as much as I can. I love candles and all that good stuff but I came here for their Shower Steamers. Doing research - as I plan to make my...
Dee G.
11/4/2024
This place is so nice and cute. The lady helping us was so nice and helpful! They have all kinds of scents and you can make all size of candles as well. They have soaps . It's a big shop. Super...
April N.
12/21/2024
Cute place in the heart of San Diego where you can dip your own candles, build a wax mold, and celebrate the holidays! Plenty of space for a group, and staff were happy to answer any questions we...
Deyma C.
7/2/2024
Came here with my bridal party and it was such a cute candle store. very simple instructions and great activity to do with friends. You may purchase already made candles or make your own. From...
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