Signature Candle Making Workshop

Pour, scent, and take home candles you made yourself with this custom candle-making workshop in Chicago.


Edgewater Candles
Edgewater Candles
Instagram followers 9k followers

2 hours Location Rogers Park Class size 8 to 12 guests   $60

Dream Up Your Custom Scent

Dream Up Your Custom Scent

Begin your experience by exploring a curated collection of fragrances, from fresh and floral to warm and woodsy. Take your time smelling, mixing, and experimenting as you discover combinations you love. Whether you’re drawn to something light and uplifting or rich and cozy, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind scent.


Blend Your Fragranced Wax

Blend Your Fragranced Wax

Next, you’ll be guided through blending your custom fragrance into melted 100% soy wax. Your instructor will walk you through the process step by step, sharing tips to help you achieve a balanced, beautifully scented candle using skin-safe, non-toxic ingredients.


Pour Your Custom Candles

Pour Your Custom Candles

Once your wax and fragrance are perfectly combined, it’s time to pour. Carefully fill your chosen vessels and watch your candles come to life.


Design Your Artwork

Design Your Artwork

Add a personal finishing touch by designing artwork for your candle vessels. Get creative with labels, colors, and details to make your candles feel extra special — perfect for gifting or keeping.


Create, pour, and personalize your own candles in Chicago with this hands-on, beginner-friendly candle-making workshop led by Mark, founder of Edgewater Candles. In this engaging class, you’ll blend a custom fragrance, then use it to pour two beautiful candles from start to finish.
As you craft, Mark will guide you through each step of the candle-making process, sharing helpful tips on scent blending, wax handling, and proper candle care. You’ll also get an inside look at the story behind Edgewater Candles, along with plenty of time to ask questions — whether you’re curious about fragrance, technique, or the journey of running a small business.
All materials are provided, and your candles will be ready to take home at the end of the class. This class is perfect for team-building events, group celebrations, or if you’re looking for creative and fun things to do in Chicago with friends. As a bonus, you’ll enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on everything in the store!
What you'll get
Two custom 6oz candles in a scent you design! You'll also create artwork for your vessels and enjoy 20% off any purchase in the store during class.
Knowledge required
No experience required.
What to bring
Curiosity and creativity!
Suitable for

FAQ

Can I bring drinks?
Yes! We're BYOB. Beer and wine are welcome. Please skip the hard liquor, and no smoking or vaping inside.
How long is the class?
Approximately 120 minutes. Class starts on time, so arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of time to pick your favorite seat!
Where is the class?
The Edgewater Candles boutique in Edgewater’s Bryn Mawr Historic District, 1050 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago IL 60660.
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Is this a good date night or group activity?
It's one of the most popular date night activities in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood, and equally great for friend groups, birthdays, bachelorette parties, book clubs, and corporate team building.
Is the class good for kids?
Our public classes are open to guests 12 and older. For younger children, a private class is a wonderful option. We've hosted scout troops, school groups, and family parties with adult chaperones, and it makes for an unforgettable experience. Reach out to us to arrange a private event.
Location

Edgewater Candles - 1050 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL

Near Bryn Mawr stop on CTA Red Line, Bryn Mawr exit of DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

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Edgewater Candles
Edgewater Candles

Instagram followers 9k followers

We’ve always been makers. When we first started pouring our own candles, we fell in love with the process of creating something unique with our own hands. But what really took hold was the amazing impact our community had on us, and how that led to finding our place among our neighbors and fellow businesses. In 2022, we opened the Edgewater Candles Store in the Historic Bryn Mawr District of Edgewater. We want to brighten our community, and lighting a candle is the first step.

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