Private Candle Making Workshop — Book at Your Venue

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