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Soy Candle Making & Scent Design Workshop
Handicrafts2 candles included30+ scentsBeginner friendly

Soy Candle Making & Scent Design Workshop

4.7(112 reviews)Galata, Beyoğlu / İstanbul2 hUp to 14 people

About this workshop

In this workshop you make two scented candles using natural soy wax, cotton wicks and pure essential oils.

After learning the technical details — melting point, fragrance load and wick selection — you build your own combination from more than 30 scents. You then personalise and label your vessels.

Duration
2 h
Group
Up to 14
Age
12+
Language
Turkish, English

What you'll do

  1. 1

    Candle chemistry and materials (20 min)

  2. 2

    Choosing and combining scents (30 min)

  3. 3

    Melting and pouring (40 min)

  4. 4

    Cooling, labelling and packaging (30 min)

What's included

  • Natural soy wax and cotton wicks
  • A choice of 30+ essential oils
  • 2 glass vessels with lids
  • Label design materials
  • Tea and biscuits

Who it's for

  • Hobbyists and anyone who enjoys making things
  • People who want to make a gift
  • Groups of friends and hen parties
  • Anyone thinking of starting a small business

Moments from the workshop

Photos and videos from previous sessions.

Frequently asked about this workshop

How long does the workshop take?
Soy Candle Making & Scent Design Workshop runs for about 2 h. It takes place at Galata, Beyoğlu / İstanbul, in groups of up to 14 people.
What is included in the price?
Natural soy wax and cotton wicks, A choice of 30+ essential oils, 2 glass vessels with lids, Label design materials, Tea and biscuits.
Do I need any previous experience?
No. The workshop is designed for complete beginners — the instructor demonstrates every step hands-on and gives one-to-one help whenever you need it.
Who can join?
Hobbyists and anyone who enjoys making things, People who want to make a gift, Groups of friends and hen parties, Anyone thinking of starting a small business.
How do I book?
Pick a date from the calendar on this page and fill in the form. We reply by email or WhatsApp within 24 hours at the latest. No payment is taken upfront.
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