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Made in Britain certified
Handmade in England, inspired by the Amalfi Coast
Scent your home safely, even when you’re not in the room with the Pietrina Diffuser: a first-of-its-kind matchbox stone diffuser.
Flameless fragrance
A few drops of fragrance oil on the terracotta stone nestled inside your handcrafted ceramic matchbox will gently and safely scent your space. No flames, no heat, no reeds.
Heirloom craftsmanship
Handcrafted in England in small batches using traditional techniques passed down through generations. We proudly support quality British craftsmanship and are Made in Britain certified.
Artful design
Inspired by vintage curiosities and nostalgic Italian design, every element of the Pietrina Set has been artfully created with a high attention to detail. It's a timeless piece, as beautiful as it is functional, that adds character and elegance to your home.
Introducing: Giardiniello
A sunlit blend of Sicilian lemon zest, Calabrian Bergamot Rind, blooming jasmine, and golden honey
Our signature scent, Giardiniello, is an enchanting citrus white floral that captures the warmth and romance of an endless Italian summer.
The Pietrina Diffuser
Winner: Best Home Fragrance Innovation, Woman & Home Beauty Awards 2025
As seen in Stylist, Red, Country Living, Woman & Home, Elle
Handcrafted in England, the Pietrina Set is a flameless diffuser that delicately scents your home with elegance. As the world’s first matchbox diffuser, it pairs a marbled terracotta diffusion stone with a fragrance oil, housed inside a beautiful handmade ceramic matchbox. No flame, no reeds, no fuss — just gentle, effortless, continuous scent.
“The definition of practical yet beautiful.” — Stylist magazine
Each Pietrina Diffuser Set is presented in our signature blue gift box. Inside you'll find a:
- Creamware Matchbox
- Marbled terracotta Pietrina Diffusion Stone
- Bottle of Giardiniello Home Fragrance Oil, 15ml
- Numbered authenticity card — making each piece a true collector’s item
How to use: Slide open the matchbox drawer to reveal the diffusion stone nestled inside. Add a few drops of oil directly onto the stone’s surface and allow it to absorb into the terracotta. The fragrance will then naturally diffuse gently throughout your space. Reapply weekly, or as often as desired — there's no need to flip the stone. Both the diffusion stone and matchbox are endlessly reusable, designed to be kept forever.
The scent of summer on the Amalfi Coast. Our signature fragrance, Giardiniello, captures the golden warmth and romance of an endless Italian summer. An enchanting citrus white floral with notes of Sicilian lemon zest, Calabrian bergamot rind, jasmine, honey, amber, and vanilla. It's an ode to the art of dolce far niente — the sweetness of doing nothing — and an invitation to savour the deliciousness in everyday moments.
Thoughtfully designed and beautifully made, the Pietrina Diffuser Set reimagines home fragrance through craftsmanship, charm, and timeless artistry. A truly innovative approach to scenting the home that marks a new chapter in home fragrance.
As each piece is handmade, subtle variations in pattern and form reflect the authenticity and character of our materials.
Matchbox dimensions: 9 × 5 × 3 cm
Giardiniello Oil: 15ml - this will last 3-4 months on average.
Made in Britain Certified
Handmade in England
Creamware matchbox
A first of its kind, The Matchbox is handcrafted in Stoke-on-Trent — the historic heart of English ceramics — and created in small batches by skilled artisans.
Diffusion Stone
Handcrafted in Suffolk using traditional methods dating back to Tudor times, the marbled terracotta Pietrina Diffusion Stone is made from a blend of red and white clay sourced from the very site where it's made.
Fragrance Oil
Formulated, blended and bottled in the Kent countryside, our concentrated fragrance oils are bespoke creations, thoughtfully composed for depth, complexity, and lasting presence.
introducing
Pietrina Home Fragrance Diffuser
signature scent
Giardiniello
Giardiniello, our signature scent, is an invitation to savour a sun-drenched afternoon on the Amalfi Coast. An enchanting garden terrace tucked along the Italian mountainside, filled with the delicious scent of fresh lemons growing overhead and jasmine cascading down the villa walls. A peaceful yet vibrant haven where summer sparkles.
Fragrance profile:
Top: lemon, bergamot
Middle: jasmine, orange blossom, honey
Base: vanilla, amber
Frequently Asked Questions
Nestled inside the ceramic matchbox drawer is a naturally porous terracotta diffusion stone. Add a few drops of a Gallia Rae fragrance oil onto the surface and allow to soak into the stone. The scent will naturally diffuse across the room to delicately scent the space.
Top up weekly or as often as desired. No flame, no reeds, no fuss.
Note: The drawer must be open for the fragrance to diffuse. To stop diffusion, simply close the drawer.
A 15ml bottle of Gallia Rae fragrance oil typically lasts around 3–4 months. On first use, add 10–12 drops of oil to saturate the stone. Then reapply 3–5 drops weekly, or as desired, to maintain fragrance. For larger spaces or stronger scent, you may wish to use additional oil or a second diffuser.
Yes, your Pietrina Diffuser is designed to last forever. Your ceramic matchbox and diffusion stone are endlessly reusable - it's only additional bottles of fragrance oil you'll need to purchase again when needed.
We recommend using the Diffusion Stone with only one fragrance oil, as the stone retains the scent. It cannot be 'washed' to remove the fragrance. To use a different fragrance with your matchbox, you will need a new diffusion stone.
Yes, the Matchbox, Diffusion Stone, and fragrance oils are all available to purchase individually. When purchased together as the Pietrina Set, you save £12 compared to buying each piece separately.
We are proudly Made in Britain certified. All Gallia Rae products are handmade in England by artisan makers who have honed their craft through generations of tradition.
The ceramic matchbox is handmade in Stoke-on-Trent, the historic heart of English ceramics. The diffusion stone is handmade by heritage brickmakers in Suffolk. Our fragrance oils are formulated and bottled in Kent and we use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. Even our beautiful packaging is made in England.
Inspired by the art of
Dolce far niente
Rooted in the Italian art of dolce far niente—the sweetness of doing nothing—we craft heirloom pieces that gently invite you to slow down and savour the deliciousness of everyday moments.