DIY Candle-Making

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Arts & DIY

Event Overview

Transform your favorite mug into an adorable soy wax candle in an interactive candle-making class. The class, led by Chicago candle-maker Jessica Snively, creator of Milton and Margie’s Soy Wax Candles, teaches you everything you need to know to make a soy wax candle in a reused or vintage container. 

She’s poured candles in nearly everything that can be described as a “container”—quirkier finds have included a glass cowboy boot, vintage egg cup, honey bear jar, and mug that says “He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother”—so feel free to go on a thrift-shopping spree before class. 

Throughout the process, you’ll create your own signature fragrance from a blend of scented soy-based oils. I’ll supply a bunch of eclectic oils with options from floral (e.g., Lavender and Juniper) to natural (e.g., Cedar and Eucalyptus) and sweet (e.g., Buttercream and Fudge Brownie) to rugged (e.g., Leather). 

All the supplies are provided, including wax and fragrance oils. You can bring your own container or pick one on-site. You’ll get 1 lb. of wax, and depending on the size of your container(s), you’ll leave with 1–2 completed candles. (For reference, 16 oz. of wax will fill a container approximately the size of a standard can of veggies.)

What to Bring

You can bring your own container or pick one on-site. You’ll get 1 lb. of wax. (For reference, 16 oz. of wax will fill a container approximately the size of a standard can of veggies).

Minimum age

All ages welcome

What's Provided

I will provide all the materials (including containers you can purchase the day of).

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Jess Snively

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Jess Snively is the hand-maker behind Chicago-based candle company, Milton and Margie's Soy Wax Candles. She started her business in 2008, and has since been featured in major retailers such as Target and boutiques throughout the nation. The Minnesota native loves all things DIY and hanging out with her many pets.

EXPERIENCE REVIEWS

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    Samantha L.
    Reviewed on 11/12/18

    I host a variety of events for the alumni of a program that I work for. This was by far the most engaged and well attended event I've had so far! Jess was a fabulous teacher- calm, attentive, accommodating, and knowledgeable. The candlemaking itself was fun to do something new but was simple enough to allow for connection and laughter between participants. Thank you for a great time, we'll be back!

    I host a variety of events for the alumni of a program that I work for. This was by far the most engaged and well attended event I've had so far! Jess was a fabulous teacher- calm, attentive, accommodating, and knowledgeable. The candlemaking itself was fun to do something new but was simple enough to allow for connection and laughter between participants. Thank you for a great time, we'll be back!

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