TKC Candle

TKC Candle

Ecommerce Web Design for TKC Candle

TKC Candle, Inc. is a Syracuse-based beeswax candle manufacturer that has been serving churches and religious organizations nationwide for more than 60 years. They partnered with ACS Web Design & SEO for a complete website redesign and development on the Shopify platform, marking the second website ACS has built for the company as part of a partnership that spans more than a decade.

TKC Candle's previous site did not reflect their updated branding or the full scope of their expanded product catalog. They needed a clean, professional website that would organize their full product line in a way that was easy for their audience to browse. Their buyers are primarily clergy and church administrators, so the site had to be straightforward and approachable above all else.

The client wanted to implement a new checkout format, where customers place orders through the site but are invoiced manually rather than submitting payment at checkout. A separate contact form handles general inquiries. Beyond the redesign, they were looking for stronger search engine visibility, customer account functionality for building an email list segmented by geographic region, and a long-term partner to support ongoing maintenance and future marketing efforts.

The ACS team delivered an ecommerce web design that reflects TKC Candle's quality while giving them the tools to grow their sales for years to come.

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What Does the TKC Candle Ecommerce Web Design Include?

ACS Web Design & SEO developed a comprehensive project plan to address TKC Candle's goals, from the visual redesign and product catalog buildout to the technical foundation needed for long-term search engine growth. The scope of this project included:

  • Website Redesign and Development on Shopify: Built a new ecommerce web design from the ground up on the Shopify platform, integrating TKC Candle's updated branding, logo, and visual identity throughout for a modern, professional look and feel.
  • Product Catalog Organization: Structured their expanded church candle catalog with collection pages and filtering by product type so customers can quickly find what they need.
  • Custom Checkout and Invoicing Workflow: Configured Shopify's checkout so customers can place orders and provide their details, while TKC Candle handles payment through manual invoicing outside of the platform.
  • Customer Account Functionality: Configured Shopify's built-in account system so TKC Candle can build an email contact list and segment customers by geographic region for targeted outreach.
  • Search Engine Optimization: Conducted keyword research and implemented on-page SEO across the site to improve organic visibility.
  • Resources and Candle Care Content: Created a dedicated resources page with candle care guidance, shipping information, and helpful tools to position TKC Candle as a knowledgeable industry partner.
  • Ongoing Support and Maintenance: Continuing to provide website maintenance and support as part of our long-term partnership.

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Ecommerce Web Design with Product Catalog Integration

A central component of this ecommerce web design project was organizing TKC Candle's expanded product catalog into a logical, easy-to-navigate structure. Working closely with the client, ACS Web Design & SEO mapped their product lines to a navigation system that mirrors their printed brochure while taking advantage of Shopify's built-in collection and filtering tools.

Each product category features detailed listings with specifications, pricing, and product photography. Customers can browse by candle type using the site's navigation menu or collection pages. The UltraLine™ and Liturga-Lite™ product lines are further broken down by diameter and color variations, making it easy for buyers to find the exact candle specifications their church requires.

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Do you want your Ecommerce Web Design to support secure online payment processing, or a catalog for invoicing? ACS Has the Capabilities for Both.

Every feature of the new TKC Candle website was designed with the needs of its specific audience in mind: clergy, parish administrators, and church supply purchasers who need a reliable, simple shopping experience.

Order Now, Invoice Later Checkout

Customers place orders through Shopify's checkout and provide all of their details, but payment is not collected at the time of purchase. TKC Candle then invoices customers manually, keeping the workflow consistent with how they have always done business.

Customer Account System

Shopify's built-in account functionality allows returning customers to create and log into accounts. This gives TKC Candle a growing contact list for email promotions and the ability to segment contacts by region.

Free Shipping Integration

Free ground shipping on all beeswax candle orders to the continental United States is prominently displayed throughout the site, reinforcing a key selling point for budget-conscious church buyers.

Candle Care Resources

A dedicated resources page provides practical guidance on wick trimming, burn times, proper storage, and safe candle use, positioning TKC Candle as a knowledgeable partner rather than just a supplier.

Brand-Aligned Ecommerce Web Design

The new website integrates TKC Candle's updated branding and logo throughout, with a clean layout and warm color palette that reflects the quality and tradition behind their products.

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Ecommerce SEO for Church Candle Visibility

Improving TKC Candle's visibility in search engine results was a primary goal of this project. Terms like "church candles" and "beeswax candles" carry high-intent search volume, and the competitive landscape includes both large retailers and Google Shopping results. ACS Web Design & SEO conducted keyword research and implemented on-page SEO throughout the site to position TKC Candle to compete for these high-value terms.

Target Keyword Categories

The SEO strategy focused on terms that church candle buyers actively search when looking for candle products, including category-level terms, as well as more specific product variations.

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Why ACS for Ecommerce Web Design?

Shopify was selected as the platform for this project because it provides the product management, collection organization, and customer account features TKC Candle needs with future scalability. The platform handles product catalog presentation, sorting, and filtering out of the box, while also giving TKC Candle the ability to manage their inventory and pricing independently.

Shopify's built-in customer account system supports TKC Candle's goal of building an email list segmented by geographic region, which they plan to use for promotional outreach and targeted campaigns. The platform also provides a reliable, secure hosting environment with minimal maintenance requirements.

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A Partnership Built on Trust

This is the second website ACS Web Design & SEO has built for TKC Candle with a relationship spanning over a decade. That history gave the ACS team a deep understanding of TKC Candle's business model and customer base to deliver a powerful, new ecommerce website.

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