Dunedin Woman Crafts Candles, Supports Animal Welfare
Why this is here: Turnbull repurposes tea cups donated to the SPCA op-shop, breathing new life into items otherwise likely to sit unused on shelves.
Megan Turnbull, a blind psychotherapist in Dunedin, New Zealand, creates candles from recycled tea cups and donates them to the SPCA op-shop. About ten years ago, Turnbull began making candles as a hobby after losing her vision to retinal tumors.
She now transforms unwanted tea cups—sourced from the op-shop—into vessels for scented candles. Turnbull enjoys the tangible result of candle-making, a contrast to her long-term work with clients.
The SPCA Dunedin Op Shop displays and sells Turnbull’s candles for $5 each, with proceeds supporting animal care. Manager April Topi-Elliott notes the candles quickly sell, giving new purpose to otherwise overlooked tea cups.
Turnbull also donates candles to other charity shops. While she continues to experiment with fragrances, French pear remains a popular scent.
Turnbull plans to continue her craft, benefiting both animals and people through her work.
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