What you'll learn
Craft your own candle creations and stimulate your olfactory senses with our DIY short courses in Sydney!
Creativity and learning come together in the warm glow of our Candle Making Masterclass. Join us for this hands-on workshop with an experienced candle maker, where you'll discover the art of crafting your very own candles. The best part? You'll leave with beautifully handcrafted creations that will light up your space and your soul.
This relaxing workshop is designed to spark your creativity and provide a mindful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Not only will you learn a range of basic candle-making techniques with an experienced candle maker - you'll also create beautiful treats for yourself or thoughtful gifts for a loved one.
You'll go home with a stack of hand-poured candles and two container candles - one soy melt and one beeswax (note: the beeswax candle can be replaced by another soy wax candle for a vegan option).
If you love candles and enjoy using them for ambience and fragrance in your home, then this hands-on workshop is for you. Ignite your creativity, and let the soothing flicker of your handcrafted candles bring warmth and tranquillity into your life.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this candle making course, you should be able to:
- Understand the basics of candle making.
- Use tools and equipment to create candles.
- Create beautiful candles using colours and fragrances specifically for candle making.
- Make your own hand-poured candles, including two container candles, one soy melt and one beeswax candle.
Course content
What will be covered in this candle making course?
- Different types of waxes and their uses.
- Wicks, fragrances and pigments.
- Candle care and safety.
- Equipment and tools.
Intended audience
Who is this candle making course for?
This class is designed for beginners. No prior experience is required.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
All the necessary materials are provided, including:
- Glass candle jars
- Candle mould
- Cotton wicks
- Stickers for the wicks
- Wick holders
- Stirring stick
- Mixing cup
- Measuring cup
- Beeswax sheet
- Handouts to take home
- Different fragrance oils, and colours to choose from to create your own beautiful candles.
What to bring to class
- Pen and notepad
- A bag to carry your creations
- An apron (if possible) to protect your clothes
- Prepare to get your hands a little dirty, and make sure you wear clothes and footwear that you don’t mind getting wax on.
Additional information
Please note the following:
Accessibility: Please note there is no level access to the room for this class. Access is via approx. 20 steps.
Please note: For a vegan option, the beeswax candle can be replaced with another soy candle.
Course testimonials
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Sarah-Jane said: 5 STARS
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Esperanza Lys said: Thank you it was a very enjoyable course
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Karen said: This was such a fun class! Energy was great, instruction was clear - fabulous candles were made. Very highly recommended!
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Pauline said: Great course and I left feeling confident I could make more candles with independence. Thanks
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Tiana said: Very knowledgeable tutor and a lot of fun!
Course tutors
Louise Ho
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