Candle Making Workshop For Beginners

A beginner-friendly guide to creating your own handmade candles, soaps, and wellness products from scratch

What you'll learn

Understand the different types of candles (soy, beeswax, paraffin, etc.), essential tools, and safety practices required to start candle making at home.

Learn step-by-step how to melt wax, mix fragrance oils, choose the right wick, and pour a beautifully finished candle with smooth tops and even burns.

Discover how to create custom fragrance blends, use dyes and additives, and decorate candles to reflect your personal style or brand.

Get guidance on labeling, packaging ideas, and how to price and sell your candles online or at local markets as a beginner entrepreneur.

Requirements

Requirements or Prerequisites This course is perfect for absolute beginners—no prior experience in candle making is needed. All you need is a curious, creative mindset and a willingness to learn and experiment. Basic household tools like a heat-safe container or pouring jug, a wooden spoon or stirrer, and a saucepan or double boiler for melting wax will be useful. While optional, having a thermometer can help with precision. For materials, students should have some basic candle-making supplies such as wax (soy, paraffin, or beeswax), candle wicks, fragrance oils or essential oils, containers or molds, and optional dye chips or coloring for customization. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything in hand yet—this course will guide you through exactly what you need, how to choose the right supplies, and where to get them affordably.

Description

Welcome to the Saki Redolence DIY Workshop – a comprehensive, beginner-friendly course that introduces you to the creative world of handmade living. This course is thoughtfully designed for individuals who are new to crafting and are looking to learn how to make beautiful, functional products such as candles, soaps, and other natural wellness items from scratch.Whether you’re a hobbyist looking to explore a new passion, a parent seeking a mindful activity, or an aspiring entrepreneur hoping to start a handmade brand, this course will give you a strong foundation. You’ll learn how to work safely and effectively with ingredients like soy wax, fragrance oils, essential oils, natural colorants, melt-and-pour soap bases, and more.We’ll guide you through each stage of the process with step-by-step demonstrations and practical tips. From melting wax and choosing the right wick, to blending fragrances and using molds for soap making, you’ll gain a complete understanding of the craft. You’ll also receive insights into troubleshooting common mistakes and perfecting your technique as you go.This workshop isn’t just about making products—it’s about building confidence, nurturing creativity, and exploring the joy of handcrafting. As you progress, you’ll also be introduced to the basics of packaging, labeling, and even how to position your products for gifting, personal use, or future business opportunities.By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to confidently create a range of artisanal products using safe, beginner-friendly methods. No prior experience is required—all you need is an open mind, a few basic tools, and a willingness to learn something new.Start your journey today and discover how handmade creations can bring joy, purpose, and beauty into your everyday life.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Fnished product look

Lecture 3 Detail of mould jars and container

Lecture 4 Types of mould & jars & containers

Lecture 5 Tools required for candle making

Lecture 6 Heating the mould

Lecture 7 How to make wax sachet with soy wax

Lecture 8 De-mould of wax sachet

Lecture 9 Display of wax sachet

Lecture 10 Final finish of wax sachet -2

Lecture 11 Finished product - wax sachet

Lecture 12 Final product of wax sachet

Lecture 13 Decorate wax sachet

Lecture 14 Finished product wax melt and daisy flower

Lecture 15 How to make T-Light candle daisy flower and wax melts

Lecture 16 De-moulding wax melts

Lecture 17 Making process

Lecture 18 How to make Votive Candles

Lecture 19 Final product finish - Votive candles

Lecture 20 Final product finish votives

Lecture 21 Final finish of votive candles

Lecture 22 Final finished product votive candle

Lecture 23 Troubleshooting use of heat gun

Lecture 24 Troubleshooting for wax behavior

Who is this course for? This course is ideal for anyone who’s curious about candle making and wants to learn the craft from scratch. Whether you’re a complete beginner, a DIY enthusiast, or someone looking for a new hobby, this workshop is designed to be easy-to-follow and fun. It’s also perfect for those interested in creating handmade gifts, starting a small candle business, or exploring a relaxing and creative outlet.,No prior experience is required—just bring your interest and creativity, and we’ll guide you step-by-step!