Take a break from your busy schedule and invest in a little me-time. Come and join Simon Hames from Blue Marble Candles to craft an exquisite hand-poured candle using only the finest premium soy wax and scents. These candles are cruelty free, vegan friendly and sustainable
You will learn the process of candle making including, what tools are required and how to use them, important safety information, how to position wicks to ensure an even burn, the two pour process to create an aesthetically pleasing finish and advice about fragrance selection.
You will also be given a drawstring bag to personalise and decorate between the moments where the candles will need time to cool and set
What's included:
- Use of all tools and materials
- Candle kit
- Selection of fragrance oils to choose from
- A Gift bag and items to decorate it with
- You will make a full sized 400ml scented candle to take home complete with warning/safety (CL) label and an information card based on the fragrance used (approx burn time 40-45hrs)
- Tea, Coffee & Cake - please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
- 10% off purchases made in our on site cafe, The Makers' Kitchen
- 10% off future workshop bookings made on the day you are attending one
- 10% off purchases of full price fabric and haberdashery from our on site Sew Me Something Shop
- Free Parking
What you need to bring:
- You may wish to wear an Apron to protect your clothes but it is not essential
- *Please note molten wax and hot plates will be handled by the tutor for health and safety reasons
Tutor: Simon Hames
Take a break from your busy schedule and invest in a little me-time. Come and join Simon Hames from Blue Marble Candles to craft an exquisite hand-poured candle using only the finest premium soy wax and scents. These candles are cruelty free, vegan friendly and sustainable
You will learn the process of candle making including, what tools are required and how to use them, important safety information, how to position wicks to ensure an even burn, the two pour process to create an aesthetically pleasing finish and advice about fragrance selection.
You will also be given a drawstring bag to personalise and decorate between the moments where the candles will need time to cool and set
What's included:
- Use of all tools and materials
- Candle kit
- Selection of fragrance oils to choose from
- A Gift bag and items to decorate it with
- You will make a full sized 400ml scented candle to take home complete with warning/safety (CL) label and an information card based on the fragrance used (approx burn time 40-45hrs)
- Tea, Coffee & Cake - please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
- 10% off purchases made in our on site cafe, The Makers' Kitchen
- 10% off future workshop bookings made on the day you are attending one
- 10% off purchases of full price fabric and haberdashery from our on site Sew Me Something Shop
- Free Parking
What you need to bring:
- You may wish to wear an Apron to protect your clothes but it is not essential
- *Please note molten wax and hot plates will be handled by the tutor for health and safety reasons
Tutor: Simon Hames