Private Candle Making Workshop — Book at Your Venue
Private Candle Making Workshop — Book at Your Venue
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I come to YOU and host a 90-minute hands-on candle-making party for your group. Every guest pours their own candle, walks away with it, and you don't lift a finger. Birthdays, girls' night, bachelorettes, corporate events — perfect for any celebration.
📍 Anywhere within 25 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL (free travel). $1/mile after.
To book: Add this to cart with the size that fits your group → check out (this acts as your inquiry + 50% deposit). I'll reply within 24 hours to confirm the date and walk you through everything.
What's included
- ✅ All materials — soy wax, wicks, fragrance oils, jars, decorations
- ✅ Step-by-step guided instruction (zero experience needed)
- ✅ Scent blending station — each guest mixes their own custom scent
- ✅ Beautiful take-home candle for every guest
- ✅ Full setup AND cleanup — you only provide the space
- ✅ 15% off coupon for every guest to use on future Sweet U candles
Group pricing
- 6-10 guests — $50/person (10 oz candle each)
- 11-20 guests — $45/person (small group discount)
- 21+ guests — $40/person (bulk discount)
- Kids party (ages 8-14) — $35/kid (smaller 6 oz candle, safer setup)
Minimum: 6 guests. Pricing on this listing covers your 50% deposit. Balance is due day of event.
PERFECT FOR
- 🎂 Birthday parties — kids' birthdays, milestone parties (40th, 50th)
- 👯 Girls' Night / Ladies' Night
- 💍 Bachelorette parties
- 🎄 Family gatherings — holidays, reunions, baby showers
- 🏢 Corporate team-building / client appreciation events
- 🎉 Any celebration where you want to make something together
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE (typical 2.5 hr workshop)
- 0:00 — I arrive 30 min early to set up. You don't lift a finger.
- 0:30 — Guests arrive, drinks + hellos.
- 0:45 — Quick intro: how candles are made, soy wax basics, picking your scent.
- 1:00 — Scent blending station. Each guest mixes their own.
- 1:20 — Pour their candle. I guide everyone one-on-one.
- 1:50 — Decorate the jar — labels, ribbons, dried botanicals.
- 2:00 — Candles cool while you snack/chat.
- 2:30 — Guests leave with their candle + 15% off code.
FAQ
- Can you host in my apartment? Yes — sturdy table + ventilation is all I need.
- Different scents per guest? That's the point. Everyone picks their own.
- Out-of-state? Anywhere in IL, IN, WI possible. Let's talk travel cost.
- Refundable deposit? Yes, up to 7 days before your event.
- How far ahead to book? 4+ weeks ideal. 2 weeks doable. Last-minute, just ask.
BOOKING PROCESS
- Pick the group size below + add to cart
- At checkout, type your event date + venue address + occasion in the order notes
- Pay the deposit (this listing)
- I'll reply within 24 hours to confirm date and arrange the rest
- Balance due day of event
Hand-poured workshops by Bhagu · Sweet U Candles · Buffalo Grove, IL · Reply on Instagram @sweetucandles or email sweetu.handcraft@gmail.com

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