Candle Making Workshop

What you'll learn

Craft your own candle creations with our Personal Care courses in Sydney!

Creativity and learning come together in the warm glow of our Candle Making Workshop. Join us for this hands-on experience with an expert 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 both your space and your soul.

This workshop is designed to spark your creativity and provide a mindful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. You’ll learn a range of basic candle-making techniques, and create beautiful treats for yourself or thoughtful gifts for a loved one.

You’ll leave with a collection of hand-poured candles, including two container candles: one soy melt and one beeswax (note: for a vegan option, the beeswax candle can be replaced with another soy wax candle).

If you love candles and enjoy using them to create ambience and fragrance in your home, this 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 Workshop, you should be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of candle making
• Confidently use the tools and equipment to create your candles
• Mix colours and fragrances to craft personalised candles
• Make your own hand-poured candles, including two container candles, a soy melt, and a beeswax candle (vegan option available)

Course content

What will be covered in this candle making course?

• Different types of waxes and their uses
• How to choose and work with wicks, fragrances, and pigments
• Essential candle care and safety tips
• Tools and equipment needed for successful candle making

Intended audience

Who is this candle making course for?

This class is ideal for beginners—no prior experience required. Whether you're looking to start a new hobby or learn a fun skill, this workshop is designed to help you create beautiful candles from scratch.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

All necessary materials are included in the course fee, including:

• Glass candle jars
• Candle moulds
• Cotton wicks
• Wick holders & stickers
• Stirring sticks
• Measuring cups
• Beeswax sheet (or vegan alternative)
• Fragrance oils & colour pigments to create your unique candles
• Handouts to guide your future candle making at home

What to bring to class

• Pen and notepad
• A bag to carry your creations
• An apron (if possible) to protect your clothes
• Dress comfortably and wear clothes and shoes 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.

Vegan Option: If preferred, the beeswax candle can be substituted with another soy wax candle.