Welcome to Monet Makes

Here at Monet Makes we believe in commitment to quality and sustainability. We are a brand that gives back to the community by supporting small rescue efforts because we believe that every animal has the right to a safe and loving home. As pet owners and animal lovers, we aren’t just a candle line, but a form of creativity that can leave you and your pets feeling happy and healthy. Our candles are our embodiment of self-care for you and your fur babies.

Meet the Team

  • Aja Harper

    OWNER

    A fur mama of 5, and growing, with a passion for creating. Currently a Veterinary Science student at Texas A&M University with the dream of opening a low-cost vet clinic in the great state of Texas.

  • Lucky

    LOGO MODEL & HEAD OF HR

    1 year old corgi, the face of the brand. Loves zooming around the house, playing with his sister Phoebe and cuddling on the couch. A lover of all foods (edible and non-edible) Dislikes: hats, nail trims and when bear is napping 

  • Bear

    VIBES CORDINATOR

    A 5-year-old Great pyr rescue. Loves to give you his paw, even if you didn’t ask for it, belly rubs and hugs. Enjoys digging holes, laying in his recliner called “bears chair”, long walks, car rides and peanut butter. Dislikes: the heat, getting groomed and ear cleanings

  • Beau

    SENIOR CORDINATOR

    7-year-old yorkie, newly adopted to spend his golden years with us. Loves to be in his stroller, cuddling in bed and playing with Phoebe at 6am. Dislikes, water and loud noises

  • Phoebe

    HEAD OF FINANCE

    5-year-old domestic short hair cat. Love, sunbathing, supervised yard time, treats, cat nip and her brothers. Dislikes, water, plastic bags opening and drinking from her own water bowl 

  • Penelope

    COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR

    1 year old rescue (paws animal shelter) domestic long hair cat. Loves any and all people, butt scratches, nibbling on people’s fingers, cat nip, scratching posts and cat tv time dislikes: her brothers

How we got here

I have always been a frequent shopper of store bought candles until 2017, when I realized that the majority of candles I was burning were causing severe irritation and inflammation of my sinuses. I knew at that point something needed to change. During the COVID-19 pandemic I began experimenting with different waxes, wicks, vessels and fragrances. I truly fell in love with making candles for friends and family and it slowly blossomed into me selling at local markets and events. Through these events a dialogue was created between my customers and I which made me realize I wasn’t the only one looking for a product like mines.