The Story Behind Next Watch Candleworks
Service has shaped nearly every chapter of my life.
At 19, I answered the call to serve and joined the United States Marine Corps. After that, I spent five years working with young men facing difficult challenges before beginning a 25-year career as a police officer.
Those experiences taught me a lot about duty and the weight carried by first responders—as well as the sacrifices made by the families who stand behind them.
Eventually, every shift ends, and a new chapter begins.
Candle making is mine.
What began as a hobby grew into practically an obsession. I started Next Watch Candleworks because I wanted to create something meaningful—quality products that can bring a little peace to your home, lift your mood, help you unwind, or simply make an ordinary day feel a little better.
This business was built with the belief that even something as simple as a familiar scent or a softly burning candle can make a difference in someone’s space.
Next Watch Candleworks is a one-man, veteran-owned operation in Southwest Iowa. Every product is handcrafted using quality, U.S.-sourced materials and the same attention to detail that a life of service demands.
If you believe in supporting veterans, first responders, and small local businesses, you’re in the right place.
Thank you for making Next Watch Candleworks part of what comes next.
— Christopher Anderson
Founder, Next Watch Candleworks
