Went here recently for a bridal shower and had a great time! The candle making workshop started out with a 2 minute intro where they go over the vessels, scents and how to make the candle itself. Our workshop had 3 assistants who were all super helpful throughout the whole process. The workshop took about 30 minutes and our candles were all set and ready after 2 hours. Great for a cute group activity! read more

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It's a nice rainy day activity. For starters the price is about $41 a person and you are slotted about an hour. It is mostly self guided which a 2 minute intro at the beginning. The staff were all very nice and helpful if you needed it. You pick your jar, scent then get to pouring. There are wide variety of jars and scents and they are all reusable which is a great concept! The whole thing honestly could take you 15 mins. You can either wait 2 hours to pick it up or pick it up on another day. It's a cute candle with a lovely scent but unsure if it's worth the $40 overall. Of note, when I picked up my candle it looked cracked and the wax was all over the wick. Unsure if it got jostled when it was being set out to dry. read more

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Four years ago, I had a o-k experience at Paddywax, so we decided to revisit it for a date night, especially with their Black Friday/Cyber Monday promotion offering $10 off the regular $45 per person candle-making experience. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing in many ways. First, it was freezing outside, and as someone recovering from an injury, it took a lot of effort for me to get to the store. Upon arrival, we discovered their bathroom was out of service, being used for storage because they won't fix the hinges--an inconvenience for all guests. The biggest letdown was the lack of instruction. What used to feel like a guided experience, is now completely self-paced with step-by-step cards. The "instructor" was absent for most of the session, and was missing in action for any questions. This left attendees relying on each other for guidance if they were further along in the process.they also don't allow you to mix any scents now, so personalization is useless. Overall, the experience felt disorganized and lacked the personal touch that made it special. The value just isn't there anymore--it's simply not worth the $45 (or even $35 with the discount) for the wax we poured. You're better off saving your money and purchasing a quality candle elsewhere or a dyi kit off Amazon. read more

Went on a sister outing and had a fantastic time making candles! Booking was easy, staff were friendly, prices were reasonable, and the experience was completely self-paced. Highly recommend! read more

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Love the story behind the shop. I heard the lady that started it wanted all the candle bases to be recycled and used again for different things. Whether it's just a bowl to hold things, a food bowl, a drinking cup, or even a planter! The bases are multi use and I love that! There's so many different colors and designs, this is probably the part that will take the longest, choosing what to use. Then you pick your scent, there's some that really surprised me. I was very curious about the Cactus Flower and Matcha - and I'm very happy I went with it. I've been burning my candle and it's so nice! Very different which I appreciate. Had a really fun time making a candle. It's a fun activity to do! read more

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Upon entry, we were warmly greeted. After all the party groups came for our time session, we were given directions to pick our candle container. Disclaimer, the container options for the candles are vast and can be used for multiple purposes, which is pretty cool. Then, we picked our fragrances, which there appears to be an option for everyone. Needless to say, it was hard to make a decision. Afterwards (which didn't quite go as expected), we were directed to a notebook that guided us through the process. For this portion of the experience, we were actually expecting that the candle making session be a guided experience, rather than a "read and do". However, even though that was the case, we still had a really great time. After we completed our candles, we had to wait for approximately 2 to 3 hours for the wax to dry. Then came back and picked up our beautifully scented candles. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. FYI, the cost for this experience was approximately $47. read more

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I loved making my own candle. I did this in September and loved it. My friend and I did this together. There were many vessels and scents to choose from. There is also deals when you refill. The store was really clean. There are also many items to purchase and even a sale section. The female staff member whom helped us was great. She let us just go about it and helped if we had questions. It is totally worth the price. I'm hoping to do this again. read more

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We had so much fun today! The staff is so friendly, the place was clean and organized, and the vessel options are gorgeous. It's very simple to do, yes but as someone who has tried (and failed!) to make their own candles, this is a guaranteed success. Love Paddywax Reston! read more

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Went for Valentine's Day, super cool experience, have a ton of scents to chose from and create your own unique smell

This would be a great experience for a get together! I had so much fun making my own candle. The staff was friendly and helpful and there were so many options for scents and candle holders. It was a little overwhelming at first but who doesn't like options?! I would for sure come back and do this again. read more

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I had the pleasure of attending a candlemaking class recently and had a wonderful time. We got an informative and interesting overview of Paddywax, the different vessel designs, and what makes them special! There were so many different unique vessels to choose from as well as a multitude of scent options. They were helpful in answering our questions during class and made the candlemaking expensive easy and enjoyable! On the last Fri of every month you can bring your empty vessel for a discounted refill, can't wait to do that! read more

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Came here for a team building activity at my.last job. It was a fun activity and the results are amazing. There are a couple cons..1 we had to keep getting the attendants to bring over items we needed while following the directions. They also couldn't answer any questions anyone on my team had as there response was always "its in the directions" there was just no personality or helpfulness to them so good thing the directions are straightforward otherwise they would have to do work. read more

Paddywax Candle Bar - Candle Stores Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Made a reservation for 5 to make candles for our friends birthday celebration. We weren't sure what to expect, but we are trying to do more experiences for our "birthday club" instead of just gifts and lunch. The birthday girl mentioned Paddywax so I set it up. It was all set up very easily online. When we arrived our station was set up and one of the workers came over to explain what we were going to do. You basically pick your vessel...great variety and all can be repurposed in other ways, several are food safe. Then you pick your fragrance, and measure. Depending on your vessel you will get 1, 2 or 3 wicks. Once you are all set, one of the workers brings you over some hot wax for pouring and measuring. You measure, mix in your fragrance and pour. Once done, you leave it there to cool and they will text when done. The 5 of us had a good time. For the price point we would've loved options like making the candle wax a color! More fragrance choices would've been great too. Definitely a different and fun outing. Took about 45 mins or so. We grabbed lunch after and when we were done, so were our candles! read more

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Located in Reston Town Center, and can park on the street or in the garage. Garage is paid parking on weekdays. Cute shop with some cute things for purchase ranging from candles (of course), accessories, water bottles, and more. The class was about $43 and booked online. They had us sit at a table, shared with about 6 other people. The station is set up with a scale, beaker, instructions booklet/easel. They had us pick out a scent (if you arrive early, check these out in advance because the line can get long and they have a lot of options). Of note, they said we weren't able to mix and combine scents. You can pick out a vessel (the container/vase) you put the candle in. They have lots of options and some can be used as other things (e.g., planter) when the candle runs out. You also can bring it back for a refill. Overall, it was fun to go through it but it was very much self paced rather than an actual class taught/led by a staff member. It was actually pretty simple. I'm not sure if I'd pay $43 to do this again, but it was a fun experience and I'm glad I did it once. Of note, you can BYOB/W, but there is a corking fee. read more

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Leaving a one star because if they're going to reserve this place for a work event at least have the decency for people to pick up their candle still. I drove so far to pick up my candle at 6 o clock before they closed and turns out they closed earlier for some stupid work event. Refused to have me pick up my candle, even when the worker told us the day we made the candle we could pick it up the next day. On top of the terrible price of almost 50 bucks per person, the workshop only lasts for literal 30 min. Worst place. They're stealing your money. read more

Guys--great date night idea for your lucky lady! We had never tried this before, and it was very easy and fun for my wife and me. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. They were very accommodating too, coming in a half hour early so we could pick up our candles before we left town. They had several bowls, jars, and containers for the candles and lots of scents to make our own. The price was a little higher than I expected, but it was more for the memorable experience. I'm glad we went! read more

Paddywax Candle Bar - One of our matching candles. - Candle Stores Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Paddywax Candle Bar just makes scents. Located near the J. Crew in Reston Town Center, Paddywax offers a light, clean, and undoubtedly aesthetic space to create custom candle creations. My friend and I spent some quality time making our own candles during a Sunday afternoon workshop and we were enthralled the entire time! Firstly, making reservations online were quite easy through their website (https://thecandlebar.co/products/candle-pouring-reston). After we arrived to the workshop slightly early as recommended, and checked in at the register, team members quickly debriefed us upon seating at an available table. From there we were able to complete the next steps, one by one, with ease. It was very fun picking out our individual vessels and fragrances and it helped that everything was neatly organized. I loved the concept of repurposable vessels -- it is practical as it is sentimental! Plus, all the vessels were so cute! While it was self-led through well-designed printed instructions, the team was nearby to assist and the process was quick. Afterwards, we spent about two hours enjoying the shops and dining options nearby while waiting for our candles to be ready for pick up. Overall, it was a fun and seamless, first candle-making experience and I am happy I had it at such a bright + colorful place like Paddywax Candle Bar! Perhaps in the future, it would also make a nice touch if attendees could select or make a custom candle label/sticker for a memorable and finished look to wrap the experience all together. Definitely recommend if you are seeking a new and calming activity to try in the area with fellow candle lovers! read more

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My friend took me here for my birthday, and I had a great experience! I loved the idea of making your own candles. The workshop was well run by the staff members and I liked that it was supervised and assistance was extremely accessible. Aesthetically, Paddywax is very colorful, bright, and modern. Each wall consisted of a station in the workshop as well as candle and merchandise display. There were a variety of scents and fragrances to choose from, and they were also categorized. The process was very simple, from beginning to end. My favorite part of the experience, was that you could pick any kind of container/vessel you wanted for your candle. Their business model revolves around the reusing of the candle vessel, which I thought was very eco-friendly and a great idea! Each vessel you could pick, had a specific use for it after finishing the candle. Some could be used as containers for other things, as food bowls, plant pots, and etc. The finished candle takes about three hours to set, so they gave the option of picking it up at a later date or shipping it to your house for $8. I would definitely recommend coming here for the experience with some friends if you love candles! read more

We had a great time here tonight!! Make sure you book your reservation with time in advance, slots fill up quick! The class was the perfect duration with just the right amount of customization options and instruction to keep it interesting. Perfect for date night or for girls night out! The oils smell amazing and it's tough to pick just one but sadly to cannot mix fragrances. Only one candle at the moment can be made Woden wick but of course I went with that one! All the candle jars are reusable and it's a business based on sustainability! Got to love it! Cute items for gifts or trinkets available for purchase too. While at first it may seem like a lot to pay for an hour class, it was great and original! Loved it! Sadly, you need to pick up your candle within 30 days and you can't take it with you same day!! At least they aren't wasted I'd forgotten and are instead given to charity. There is an option to ship it for $8 as well. read more

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My party arrived a few minutes late to our 11:00am session. We weren't greeted, welcome or instructed where to sit. After we sat ourselves Malia, who I believe is the owner, checked us and others who were already there and had also arrived late. Though, our party completed the waivers prior to our arrival several of us were asked to complete the waivers again as they didn't save to the system. After we got settled in and started to figure out next steps Malia impatience and unfriendliness seemed to grow. However, she still provided us with steps to move forward in the process. We were instructed to pick a vessel, which is included in the $45 price, which was a nice. We were then told from that point on the rest of our hour experience would be self-paced and on our own which, if indicated when signing up wasn't clear. This was a completely self-paced no guidance experience. There were about 20 different vessels to select from, however, sometimes the only difference was color. There were approximately 16 different scents to select from. Once a scent was out apparently that meant there was no more of it, or at least that's what I was told. As we moved through the experience we realized we were missing several tools necessary to complete some of the steps. When we asked Malia she did got them for us but she again appeared annoyed by us asking. There were also several other participants asking for tools and assistance throughout and it would have been nice to have multiple staff to assist instead of just having to rely on one person for questions and concerns. As the session wrapped up the activity Malia thanked the group for coming and arriving on time and then looked over at our group seeming to direct the time comment towards us (there were other participants that also arrived late and after our party). We waited 3 times to retrieve our candles, which was a bit long but we knew in advance was the required waiting time. One thing to add, a member in our party did accidentally knock over one of the vessels which was stacked high on the top shelf. We fortunately weren't asked to pay for it. However, Malia appeared clearly annoyed by the incident instead of being a bit more understanding that accident can happen especially given how the vessels were staked and how close they were to the sitting area. Overall, Malia wasn't very friendly and didn't create a very welcoming atmosphere. Though, it was nice to have the vessel included in the $45 price I wouldn't want to return to somewhere I feel welcomed. read more

Paddywax Candle Bar is a fun diy candle studio in Reston Town Center. We made reservations online and paid in advance to attend. Once we were there they had the tables set up with the supplies and instructions. You get to pick out your candle vessel from a wall of options. All of the vessels can be reused once you've burned all your candle. They even had vessels that are food safe. Then you get to pick your scent, they had a good amount of scents to choose from, about 20. They even had color options for coloring your wax. They don't guide you through making the candle, but each setting has the detailed instructions. They also give you measurements based on the vessel you choose. Overall, the experience takes 30-45 minutes depending on how long you look at vessels and scents. I would recommend coming here and then going somewhere to eat in Reston Town Center while you wait for your candle to harden. They said it would take 3 hours, but we picked ours up after 2 hours. read more

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Starting off with the service, the teachers were nice and explained everything throughly. They went around and made sure everyone got the help they needed. For $40 you make a candle, yes it is expensive, but I loved the experience! We first picked the vessel, then the fragrance, and then measured the exact amount of wax. The class is exactly an hour and at the end they give you the option of coming back in three hours to pick up the candle or they can ship it to you for $8. My class was at 5 I couldn't pick it up later cause they would be closed, so keep that in mind! I would definitely come again! read more

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A nice group or couples activity to do. The shop is small. The staff was very knowledgeable about making candles. It's very hands on and a quick process to create your candle. The drying time for the candles was a concern for me because it takes 3 hrs to fully set. I went for 7 pm and they close at 8 pm. I wasn't looking forward to driving about 45 minutes to pick up a candle the next day. Luckily a friend who was still in the area the next day picked up the candles. I also didn't care for the scents they had but I settled for rosewood & vanilla. read more

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We went here for a girls date. The place is sooooo cute !!! They literally have so many vases in different colors and shapes. It was so hard to choose one. The people working there were really nice as well. One thing to be aware of is the place is kinda like a self serve candle making. They give you instructions on how to do everything, but it's not like someone walking you through it. One downside I will say was you aren't really able to mix fragrances and there fragrance section is pretty limited compared to other places I've gone. I did however choose a sent and I was scared it wasn't going to give me that strong aroma in the house but to my surprise it smelt sooo good AND strong ( how I like it). Only reason I give 4 stars is because of the lack of fragrances. Out of all of them the one I chose was literally the only one I liked. Personal preference read more

Paddywax Candle Bar - Vase style - Candle Stores Near Me - Reston, Virginia

My friend and I signed up for the candle making class which was $40 per person. They also charge an $8 uncorking fee for a bottle of wine, which we paid. The experience wasn't terrible, but it was also a bit boring. After everyone is seated they explain the history of Paddywax, explain every type of candle holder (out of order) from the flip chart in front of your seat, then due to COVID restrictions send one group at a time to the wall to pick your "vessel" and scent. The actual candle making portion involved following instructions from the flip chart in front of you: place the wicks, measure out the specified amount of fragrance, measure out the wax, stir together, then pour. For $40 I was expecting a little... more. The part where you make your candle took maybe 10 minutes out of the entire hour. I like getting to pick the holder and scent combo, but it almost felt like you should get to make two candles for the cost! Also, this may be a little nit-picky but you pay an $8 uncorking fee, yet still have to uncork your own wine. They have one corkscrew which is the cheapest of the cheap and they don't sanitize it between patrons use. It's also very difficult to maneuver and actually open your wine. Essentially their "uncorking fee" is you paying for the privilege to drink wine you already paid for after you open it yourself. I think the price is a little steep for that. Overall, it was a decent experience, but I don't know that I would do it again. Majority of the class (I would say at least 30-40 minutes) was listening to the instructor talk about the company and the vessels. The actual candle making portion was very short. If they had a cheaper/shorter class option for people who return and have already done the process I would consider doing that. read more

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Went here for a group Christmas party. The person who was our instructor made us feel rushed and I felt like we were in grade school by the way she was talking to us. I felt like we were just a number to her. Didn't really go over the instructions with us, didn't ask or walk around to see if we needed help. I would not recommend this place. read more

splurged on purchasing the candle and now it's worthless . The wicks should have burned the candle properly. I'm disappointed, especially since I shipped a few to California to friends who didn't mention it since they didn't want to hurt my feelings as a senior trying to make their day. NO ONE NAS RESPONDED TO MY EAMIS read more

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I had been here before with a friend before COVID. It was great! I had told my boyfriend and his parents and my mom about the fun we had and how we loved our candles so we decided to all try it out together (party of 6). Ad decision, I regret it so bad! Not only were the girls that work there so unhelpful but also no one asked how we were doing or we had a clue of how to make a candle. Totally ignored us for the whole hour that we were there. The few times we asked questions we could sense annoyance from the woman that claims has been "running that place" for the past 3 years. Not a big deal, we figured it out by reading but what the hell?! This last experience was so not like my first one. It was like day and night and I was super embarrassed and disappointed. I DO NOT recommend this location at all. read more

Came here with a group of friends for the DIY candlemaking workshop. Overall had a good time, it was really straightforward once we started the process. You have an hour but really you can get through it quickly if you focus on it, there was 8 of us so we were chatting a lot. They had some great options for the candle vessel, the one I chose is actually food safe so once the candle is done I can clean it thoroughly and use it as a ramen bowl. I do wish there was a little more variety in the scents, they were nothing too exciting. Overall a fun experience, though a little pricey. read more

I've been to Paddywax twice now for their candle-making class. I'm giving three stars for my overall experience the second time. I wasn't aware that the class went from instructor-led to self-guided while reading instructions. For the price and distance I would have just paid for the at-home kit as to not waste an hour both ways for a 15 minute experience. At the time, shipping was no longer available so we had to choose a different day and time to retrieve our candles. Upon retrieval we realized mine was missing. I appreciate the staff checking all of the drawers and areas and eventually I was told I could have them make and send me a new one. I didn't want that option as the original container I chose was not available so I retrieved one from the display, but not before some brief pushback of course. I was told a refund was not an option and they'd have to inquire with management. Why would a refund not be an option for an item that was not present? Eventually I received a call that the candle had been found and would be shipped to me. Imagine my disappointment when I opened it to see the lid was missing and I was just sent the plain base without it. Ill likely never visit again but would still recommend it for anyone who is local and wants the experience. Outside of that, save your money and just buy a kit. read more

Paddywax Candle Bar - Candle Stores Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Paddywax candle bar is a cute place to go with friends. The classes can be reserved for an hour but really the whole thing takes 20 minutes & that's if you're taking your time. Paddywax has done a great job of breaking everything down to simple steps that you and your friends can follow the instruction sheets on your own. You get to choose your candle vase and scent. I wish there were more sweet scents. There were a lot of nature scents like eucalyptus, cucumber, & tobacco and I think that's because their scents are seasonal & we went in the summer. I wish the process was more involved because I feel like a lot of the candle making was already done for us. The people working there were extremely nice and helpful. read more

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It's a cute little date night if you're in the area! You should definitely reserve ahead of time because it's tough to get a spot with walk-in's. Although the slot is an hour, I think we finished our entire process in 20 minutes or so unless you plan on drinking (it's byob and there's corking fee involved). And the smell can get a little overwhelming (obviously) but we had lots of fun! read more

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I went to a candle making place in Philly and had a wonderful time so I decided to try the candle making experience again in the area. I can honestly say I wasn't impressed. You pay in advance (perfectly fine) and the shop is super cute. You have to pay $8 to drink your own wine. My wine was $8 but okay whatever, no big deal. You're not necessarily making candles here, just following instructions. At the candle making place I went to previously, you were allowed to mix your own scents. Here, scents are premixed. You get a sheet, get to smell your scents and mark it on your checklist. There were maybe 24 premade scents in total. My date and I ended up picking the exact same scent because we weren't allowed to really get creative. Next you get to pick your canister. This might have been my favorite part because there were so many cute options. Last step is to pour and wait. The entire experience is about an hour which I also really didn't like. It didn't seem rushed per-say, it just didn't really seem like a full experience. I also did not like how you don't get to take your candle home same day. The website says your candle will be ready in 3 hours. My candle began solidifiying while I was sitting but the instructor was adamat about not letting me take my candle home. At other wax places, you get your candle same day but are instructed not to burn for 24 hours. Here, you can come back the next day and pick it up or pay $8 per candle to get it mailed to you. I have no problem spending money on experiences but the nickle and dime feel of this place is a turn off. My suggestion would be to roll up all of your expenses into one price instead of having to charge for every little thing. And let people take their candles home same day. read more

Reservations are easy to make and they take care to socially distance. There are coupons online (up to 25% off) to cut the cost for a reservation to make your own candle, which is a bit pricey. While the process has a lot of instructions it is very uncomplicated and super simple. A container costs around $18, so I'm not sure why the class costs so much. I wouldn't have done it, and wouldn't recommend, unless you use a coupon. It seems unnecessarily pricy for how simple and fast the class is. Most of the class is hearing about the history and sitting and waiting for more simple instructions. Due to covid, you have to take turns picking out containers and fragrance, so that also takes up a lot of time. I came with a friend after brunch and was happy they have a corking fee and you can BYOB! For $8 they'll let you bring in a bottle and provide plastic glasses... you uncork your own bottle. The instructor gives very clear instructions and walks you through choosing a container, fragrance, measuring and pouring wax. It's super super simple and kids 10+ are able to join and would have a blast. I love that you can bring the containers back for a refill of your favorite fragrance, or you can try a new one, for a discount. I also love that the containers can be repurposed and some have holes for plants! There are many fragrances and containers to choose from. Know that candles take a while to set, but if you book a noon class they'll be done by 5pm. If you're traveling they offer shipping and/or you have a week to pick up. read more

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A little pricey for a 20min experience, but place is clean, fun activity with family and friends

My family and I throughly enjoyed our visit here for Mother's Day. We booked a candle making session for Mother's Day which was reasonably priced and included complimentary rosé to celebrate the occasion. The session was interactive and informative. One thing I'd change is the pace in which the instructions were given -- our guide spoke very quickly which was hard at times for me understand, let alone my immigrant parents! I'd still give this a 5/5 and I'm in love with my candle. We were given an additional 20% off anything in the store which was a plus. We all enjoyed our experience here and I'd personally return again. read more

Paddywax Candle Bar - gardenia tuberose (I'm forgetting the vessel name! :/) - Candle Stores Near Me - Reston, Virginia

My daughter had her 14th birthday here on a Friday night with 8 girls and the instructors were amazing and patient. I was hesitant because there were previous mixed reviews but we had nothing but a positive experience. It was self led but the girls were able to figure it out. Will probably be back for my own GNO in the future. read more

Terrible experience here the workers don't care about your candles or about you. I did at 2 pm class and they said they closed at 5 pm and they said my candles would not be ready by closing. They should tell you that before doing this experience. They did not care to speed up my candles and or make an effort to speed up the candles. I would not go back they just take your money and don't care read more

Always love getting to "make" candles here, however I've now had the issue multiple times in which we've come to pick up our candles within the next couple days (because they typically need time to dry and do so overnight if you have a later session) and, low and behold, the store is closed several hours before their scheduled closing time. I've even called ahead only to show up 2 hours before closing for them to be closed. It's fun, but it's unnecessarily pricey and they can't seem to stick to a regular schedule to save their lives. I am sitting outside of the store right now, when they are supposed to be open for another hour and 10 minutes (the hours on their door, even on Yelp say they should be open)... they are closed and I can't pick our candles after making the 30 minute trip out here. read more

First things first, this activity felt very safe. Seats were well spaced apart though we were at combined tables and everyone, including staff, kept their masks over their noses and mouth. The candle making session we attended was decent, but not an activity I would try again and definitely overpriced for their normal classes. If you think you're going to attend a class and be able to create your own candle fragrance, I'll tell you right now - this. ain't. it. Though the staff was knowledgeable, high energy, and nice, the experience was less enjoyable because the staff makes it clear there's no room for customization or experimentation. They are there to ensure that you follow every step precisely, even if you were willing to accept whatever consequences come with experimentation. I won't fault them for following the rules, but honestly the class was boring outside of choosing your fragrance and vessel (which was selected for us in my case - but hey - we did get two for one!). In total, we spent about 10 minutes doing anything that felt like we had a choice in. Simply put, going to this class is like looking forward to a Bob Ross painting session and walking in to find a Paint by Numbers book in front of you. But it came with a smile! And a pretty nice smelling candle. Pro-Tip: if you save some of your wax, you can mix wax fragrances, buy a vessel and pour it yourself before leaving the class. Much more fun. read more