Candle Making Classes Edinburgh

Candle Making Workshops Edinburgh

Candle making for beginners

Candle making is a great hobby to pick up, especially for those who love to use their hands and think creatively. Making your own creations allows you to create DIY candles that are unique, with bespoke style and fragrances to suit you. If you’re keen to learn how to make candles from scratch, then our candle making classes in Edinburgh are the perfect opportunity for you to get creative with some wonderful wax!

You don’t need any experience or equipment to join our candle making classes. We’ll provide everything you need, so all you have to do is bring an open mind and plenty of enthusiasm. Stumped by scents and puzzled by pipettes? Not sure how to tell your soy wax from your beeswax? If you’ve never tried candle making before, there’s no need to worry - our fiery Edinburgh experiences are suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have a little more experience with crafty activities like this. You’ll be guided by an expert teacher who loves making candles and will show you every step of the process so that by the end of class, you'll feel confident enough to leave with your very own homemade candle creation!

What to expect at Edinburgh candle making classes

There are few things in life that can be as relaxing and enjoyable as creating some beautiful DIY candles - especially if you’re taking part in one of our amazing crafty Edinburgh classes! These candle making courses will give you the chance to learn everything you need to know about wax, wicks and essential oils so that you can create your own handmade candles. You’ll also discover all the tips and tricks needed to transform basic candles into stunning DIY creations with a range of different dyes, finishes and embellishments. Fancy scenting your home? Opt for an aromatherapy candle making class which teaches you to blend the most heady and relaxing aromas before adding them to your wax. Keen to keep it eco-friendly? Head to one of our soy candle making sessions, where you’ll be able to keep your crafting cruelty-free and learn to make beautiful candles at the same time. 

Our talented teachers provide an excellent standard of service from start to finish, ensuring that every candle making course will be an enjoyable experience. They’ll give you a thorough introduction into all of the essentials before equipping you with your own candle making kit so you can take charge and get creative! You’ll learn about how different waxes affect your homemade candles, why choosing the right fragrance is so important, and there will be the opportunity to ask questions to help you develop your skills. Your talented teacher will stay right by your side through the whole session, helping to reassure you, ease any wax woes and prevent any candle catastrophes. At the end of the candle making class, you’ll leave with a beautiful scented handmade candle for your home, a wealth of new skills and a feeling of true relaxation!

Candle making is great for wellbeing

When you feel as though your life is out of balance, one of the best ways to feel more in control is by learning a new skill. Taking time out from your busy schedule to learn how to create beautiful homemade candles with your hands and breathe sublime scents into your home will help to calm your mind and soothe your soul. You’ll finish your candle making class feeling totally refreshed and rejuvenated, with a wonderful sense of achievement and a host of new skills.