About the Maker

About Eleven45 Candle Co.

Handcrafted with intention. Designed to last.

Zhonvieve Ellison, founder of Eleven45 Candle Co.

Eleven45 Candle Company is more than a candle brand - it is a story of healing, growth, creativity, and purpose poured into every experience.

Founded by Zhonvieve Ellison, a mother, creative entrepreneur, and community builder originally from Compton, California and now proudly based in Atlanta, Georgia, Eleven45 Candle Co. was born from transformation.

What began in 2021 as a personal outlet for stress relief and balance quickly became something bigger. Candle making became therapy, creativity became healing, and passion became purpose. Through every challenge, pouring candles became a reminder to slow down, breathe, and create peace - not only for herself, but for others.

The name Eleven45 marks the exact moment Zhonvieve’s daughter was born - at 11:45 PM - the moment that forever changed her life. That moment became the foundation of the brand. Much like motherhood, candle making requires patience, care, love, and intention. Every candle is thoughtfully handcrafted with purpose in mind.

Today, Eleven45 Candle Company is an award-winning, woman-owned Atlanta candle brand known for handcrafted, eco-conscious candles made with clean-burning soy wax, luxury fragrances, and signature refillable cement vessels designed to last beyond the burn. Because luxury, to us, is not disposable - it is intentional, sustainable, and meaningful.

But Eleven45 is more than products - it is an experience.

From luxury home fragrance to interactive mobile candle-making experiences, Zhonvieve has created spaces that bring people together through creativity, self-care, and connection. Through private parties, corporate workshops, community events, and the growing ATL Experience Collection, Eleven45 celebrates the beauty, culture, and energy of Atlanta while creating unforgettable moments.

Beyond the brand, Zhonvieve is an active member of communities that champion small business, creative entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment - building spaces where makers and founders can grow together.

Affiliations & Community

  • American Express Small Business Member
  • Black Candle Makers Club (BCMC)
  • Spa Millionaire Club
  • Girl to Girl

Recognition

Zhonvieve's work has been honored through awards, grants, and pitch competition wins, alongside business features and entrepreneurship programs celebrating innovation, resilience, and community impact.

Whether you are shopping for luxury candles, booking a candle-making experience, or simply looking for a moment of peace - Eleven45 was created to remind you to slow down, light the vibe, and live intentionally.

At Our Core

Light the vibe. Live intentionally.