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Learn the art of candle making in Los Angeles with a wide variety of craft classes that will teach you the skills to create your own unique candles. Discover the joy of crafting beautiful and fragrant candles while gaining a new creative outlet and a relaxing hobby.

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Snack, Sip, & Pour Candle Experience

K. Liddel Candleline See all classes by this school @ 1851 Westmoreland Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Experience an exquisite blend of creativity and indulgence with our sensory journey. Craft your own aromatic candles amidst fine wine and delectable snacks, igniting your senses in a captivating ambiance. Join us for a memorable exploration of craftsmanship, relaxation, and culinary delights.

(1) All levels 16 and older
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Candle Making

Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA

Discover the art of candle making in a guided, hands-on session that takes you from raw materials to a beautifully finished product. Learn to blend custom fragrances, melt and color wax, and pour your own candle. Personalize your creation with a decorative label and enjoy a creative break with fellow makers.

(6) All levels 21 and older
$35
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Candle Making

Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Learn the art of creating beautiful, fragrant candles in this hands-on workshop. Discover techniques to make unique, multicolored candles that are sure to impress. Unleash your creativity and create stunning candles to enjoy and share with others.

(862) All levels 18 and older
$70
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Wheel-Thrown Candle Making

Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

In this two-session course, students will create their own ceramic candle votive on the pottery wheel and craft a personalized candle, learning the basics of both pottery and candle-making along the way.

(82) All levels 18 and older
$95

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Candle Making for Beginners

Mt. San Antonio College See all classes by this school @ 1100 N Grand Ave, Walnut, CA

Discover the art of creating stunning, fragrant candles in this engaging workshop. Learn to make beautiful, personalized candles at a fraction of the cost, and gain the skills to continue crafting on your own. Unleash your creativity and illuminate your world with the magic of candle-making.

(96) Beginner 18 and older
$41
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Make Beautiful Candles With Instructor Kateryna

Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 225 W. Bonita Ave, San Dimas, CA

Discover the art of candle making in a creative, hands-on workshop where you'll craft a custom cement jar candle from start to finish. Learn essential techniques like wax blending, fragrance selection, and mold design while adding your own artistic touches. Ideal for beginners, this experience offers a perfect blend of skill-building and self-expression.

(6) All levels 21 and older
$39
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Soap Making

Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity and turn your bath into a soothing sanctuary with the art of handmade glycerin soaps. Discover the secrets of creating beautiful soaps using colors, fragrances, and organic ingredients in this immersive course. Let your imagination run wild and elevate your self-care routine.

(862) All levels 18 and older
$70
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Soap Making--Cold Process Method

El Camino College See all classes by this school @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Learn the art of creating beautiful handmade soaps from scratch using the cold process method. This hands-on class at El Camino College is suitable for beginners and experienced soap makers alike. Discover the secrets of soap making and unleash your creativity in the comfort of your own kitchen.

(181) All levels 18 and older
$79
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Cold Process Soap Making

Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Discover the art of creating beautiful handmade soaps in the comfort of your own kitchen. From beginners to experts, this hands-on course will teach you the cold process soap-making method from A to Z. Follow the safety rules and instructions carefully for a fun and enlightening experience.

(862) All levels 18 and older
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Fizzy Bath Bombs

El Camino College See all classes by this school @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Indulge in a delightful and imaginative experience, by exploring scents, colors, and textures in this hands-on class at El Camino College. Create your own fizzy bath time treats while unlocking your creativity and relaxation. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

(181) All levels 18 and older
$79
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Soap Making for Beginners

Mt. San Antonio College See all classes by this school @ 1100 N Grand Ave, Walnut, CA

Discover the art of soap making and transform your bath into an at-home getaway. Join us for a hands-on course where you'll learn to create beautiful glycerin soaps using colors, fragrances, essential oils, and more. Unleash your creativity and indulge in the soothing and aromatic world of handmade soap.

(96) Beginner 18 and older
$41
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Candle Making

El Camino College See all classes by this school @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Discover the art of creating beautiful, fragrant candles in a dynamic workshop. Learn how to make unique candles for a fraction of the cost in stores and acquire the skills to continue crafting at home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the world of candle-making!

(181) All levels 18 and older
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Natural Soy Candles

The King's Roost See all classes by this school @ 3732 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

In this class, you will learn how to make the very same basic, natural, soy container candles we sell in the store. An engaging class that will teach you the fundamentals of candle making and the tools you need to make them SAFELY at home. We'll have some scents for you to choose from. Class comes with 2 free candles (a $30 value) that you make, but if you want to make more than the 2 candles that come with the class you can purchase the supplies...

(68) All levels 18 and older
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Candle Making

Makers Mess See all classes by this school @ 602 N Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA

In this two-hour workshop, you will be introduced to the basics of soy candle-making!  Our teacher will take you through the process of making clean-burning candles with natural,  fragrances and cotton wicks. You'll also be given tips and tricks that will help you succeed in making your own candles! You’ll be taking home 2 hand-poured candles! 

(62) Beginner 16 and older
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Valentines Candle and Wax Painting

Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Discover the art of wax painting at Element Art Center. Unleash your creativity and design unique candles in this fun and engaging class. Perfect for a memorable date night experience.

(82) All levels 18 and older
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Floral Candle & Wax Painting

Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful candle and wax painting experience. Design personalized candles and explore the art of wax painting in a fun and creative atmosphere. Treat your mother to an evening of creativity and bonding that she'll cherish this Mother's Day.

(82) All levels 18 and older
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Aromatherapy Candle Making

West Los Angeles College See all classes by this school @ Fine Arts Bldg, Los Angeles, CA

Essential oils can help sharpen the mind, calm the body, and better the mood. That’s aromatherapy. Plus the soft light of candles gives everything a warm and special glow. Learn to make your own decorative, scented candles at a fraction of the price you pay in stores. Find out about waxes and molds, adding scent and color, layering, and more.  You’ll leave class with about a dozen beautiful,...

(58) All levels 18 and older
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Poured and Rolled Beeswax Candles

Makers Mess See all classes by this school @ 777 S Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA

In this two-hour workshop, you will be introduced to the basics of soy candle-making! Our teacher will take you through the process of making clean-burning candles with natural fragrances and cotton wicks. You'll also be given tips and tricks that will help you succeed in making your own candles at home! While your candle dries, you’ll learn the process of rolling beeswax candles. You’ll be taking home the perfect fall match - your very own...

(62) Beginner 18 and older
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Santa's Workshop Beeswax Candle Making(Ages 4 and up)

Design Hive See all classes by this school @ 5368 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Bring some DIY charm to your holiday decor with Santa's Workshop Beeswax Candle Making! Choose from a selection of beeswax sheets and wicks to create your own custom candles. Add a modern touch with a simple tie or enhance with greenery for a festive finish. Perfect for ages 4 and up, this workshop is a delightful way to craft unique holiday accents.

Beginner 4 and older
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Soap Making Workshop

The King's Roost See all classes by this school @ 3732 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Learn how to handle LYE safely and quickly to make your very own, from-scratch, moisturizing, organic bar soap. Never buy soap again! This class pays for itself if you only ever make one batch at home! Taught by King's Roost owner, Roe Sie. In this class you get to help choose the scents and you will go home with 4 bars of soap of your choice, though if you want the soap you made, you have to come back after it sets to pick it up. Please Note:...

(68) All levels 18 and older
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Reviews for Candle Making Classes in Los Angeles

Candle Making Classes in Los Angeles are rated 4.6 stars based on 154 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • The instructor was very knowledgeable in soap making and provided many tips for the students to become successful in their soap making. Very fun class!
  • Class was very informative. The teacher was very good and extremely helpful answering questions and providing useful tips. The soaps we made were very lovely.
  • Explained well. Plus hand out is good to read about candle techniques and safety.
  • know what his doing, professional, approachable, and i learn a lot from for that short period of time.
  • I really enjoyed the class it was very informative and Mr Abdul gave me the skills and knowledge that myself and my daughter need to run a successful candle business. I'm going to take all of this classes as they are beneficial for my business. Thanks, Denetrice
  • My mother and I had a great time learning and our instructor was very knowledgeable and thorough. Will definitely sign up for another class!
  • I never got my teacher's name but would like to have so I can schedule more soap making classes with him
  • teacher is very good person and excellent teacher
  • Second class I have taken from this instructor. You can tell he is very passionate and loves what he does.
  • The instructor was fabulous! His passion for making candles translated to his teaching. He made it both fun and easy. It was also great to make so many different candles.
  • Excellent instructor, fun and personable. I really learned a lot about melt and pour soap making.
  • Super fun and educational!
  • It was a great class and I would love to do it again! Great intimate setting and class members were very helpful . I thoroughly enjoyed the instructor.
  • The class meet my expectations. I will recommend it to anyone.
  • Awesome class!
  • Instructor is very informative and we enjoy making bath bombs.
  • I loved it! Abdul, the instructor was amazing!
  • The teacher was very nice and helpful
  • I liked the process of making healthy soap
  • The class was so informative and fun!
  • Instructor is very patience to explain and demonstrate the process. He even stayed overtime for his students.
  • Thank you. I haven't been to schoo/taken a class in a long time AND I enjoyed my class.
  • Mr. Abdul is an excellent instructor. I enjoyed this class immensely. He is very patient and passionate about the science and artistry of making bath bombs. I learned about the benefits of organic ingredients that can be added to the products. I'm pleased with this class and look forward to taking more classes with him in the future. I highly recommend this class.
  • I would totally recommend this class for beginners as it is very fun and informative. The instructor was so knowledgeable and he made the class worth taking. I learned so much from it. Now, I am making my own soap for my family and friends.
  • This class was so much fun! The instructor was sweet - very personable, funny, knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. It was great to have a hands on experience— reminded me of being a kid in school. And the materials were quality and there was quite a variety of them too. And… I made soap! I’m still kind of thrilled about the whole experience over 24 hours later. Can’t wait to use my new soap when it finishes curing!
  • I enjoyed the class so much and learn a lot from the instructor.
  • This was a great experience. I would do it all over again.
  • The instructor was thorough, patient, and funny. I loved them so much, I’m taking their next two soap and candle making class this Sunday.
  • The instructor Abdul is very knowledgeable about the cold process soap making. He answered all of our questions and made the class an enjoyable experience. We were able to start with hands on learning on the cold process soap making and were allowed to experiment with our own "secret" ingredients to our soaps to make them each original creations.
  • Had a nice fun time in the classroom. Teacher was very animated and enthusiastic during the session. I very much enjoyed learning about candle making.
  • The class was very informative! I wondered how to properly calculate the amount of oil that was needed in a recipe and how to come to those amounts. I didn't know what a "moisturizer" was in soap and now I do. Professor Quayum helped me understand the science behind the creation which is the main reason I took the class. Now I can get to the next level understanding what I'm working with.
  • My mom and I have taken both courses(How to Make Your Own Bath Products & Cold Process Soap Making) with Mr. Abdul, and we really enjoyed it. The courses are very informative, and the instructor is not only knowledgeable and professional, but also very patient and welling to share his experience and tips. These two courses are highly recommanded for beginners who are interested in making your own bath products!
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable and provided extra informational material which made the class well worth it. Can’t wait to see what my next class will be.
  • It was great
  • Great class! It was fun!!! The instructor was knowledgeable and vey patient.
  • Absolutely loved the class!!! Such a thoughtful and knowledgeable instructor. The instructor was very accessible responding to my questions before and after the class. I truly enjoyed myself, and I'm signing up for another class with the same instructor--the liquid soapmaking class.
  • The class was awesome! The instructor was very nice and informative!
  • Great instructor and great class.
  • Very informative and he sowed us how to do multiple types of soaps
  • Love all his classes, he answers all the questions, very informative he even answer questions after class, I’ve taken most of his classes.
  • Great class. Mr. Abdul was friendly and quite knowledgeable. I enjoyed the hands-on crafting experience.
  • This was the first time I took this class and it was awesome. Perfect way to learn how to make my own shampoo without harsh chemicals.
  • This is my second class at The king rooster and l love the way Rob teaches and how he explains everything l highly recommend all his classes
  • Great class, super helpful
  • Love it!! i will take more classes
  • Abdul was great - SO passionate & kind. Really fun class!
  • I loved the class and the teacher is a very nice person he gave us a lot of information , I’ll take his candle class and if they have another class with soaps thank you very much .
  • Great class!
  • Great class so much information and hands-on was worth the money.
  • Excellent instruction with a lot of creative ideas, thank you so much!!

Discover the Best Candle Making Classes in Los Angeles

It has never been easier to go into a store and pick up a factory-made candle off the shelf. The industrial revolution in the mid-19th century has made candles ubiquitous in a way that they were not in the days when candle making was a household chore, but one cannot help but feel as though something has been lost in the transition from individual candles made by hand to mass-produced candles made by machine.

With interest in a return to artisanal methods over mass-produced goods growing across many industries, by-hand candle making has seen a resurgence as both a personal hobby and a specialized craft. Candle makers are drawing upon literally thousands of years of techniques for making candles by hand, employing techniques that have not changed much from those of ancient civilizations like Rome and China as early as 500 BCE. All it takes to make a candle is a wick, wax, and a container to hold the wax. Candles can be further personalized by adding dyes or fragrances, and while these can add aesthetic or aromatherapeutic components to a candle, they aren’t essential. Whether the wick is rolled in a sheet of wax, dipped into a pot of melted wax, or suspended in a pool of wax poured into a mold, it is quite simple to make a candle by hand.

Why You Should Learn Candle Making in Los Angeles

The core appeal of candle making is the personal satisfaction of crafting something by hand. While this is true of any hobby, candle making is a particularly fulfilling activity because of the relaxing properties built into the process and the product. Fragrances are frequently added to candles to infuse them with aromatherapeutic properties, and these candles are frequently used while participating in other calming activities like meditation. Moreover, much artisanal candle making is driven by an investment in natural ingredients and processes, meaning those whose investment in artisanal practices is driven by environmental concerns will find much to appreciate in current candle making trends.

That said, candle making doesn’t have to remain a strictly solitary activity. Many make candles not just for their own meditative practices, but share them as personalized gifts for loved ones, helping to share a sense of calm. Others still will find enjoyment in becoming part of a larger community of candle makers with similar investments in artisanal practices. While anyone these days can find an online community, Los Angeles residents are especially fortunate to have a community of craft and art fairs for such artisanal wares, and many of the best places to learn candle making come from local community engagement projects.

In-Person Candle Making Classes in Los Angeles

While there are many ways to get started in candle making, an in-person class is considered the gold standard for fast and effective learning. There simply is no replacement for a live instructor who can guide you through the process step-by-step, demonstrating techniques and answering any questions or concerns that may arise in real-time. An in-person class is also a great way to foster relationships with the candle making community, as you interact with a room full of students who all share an interest in candle making.

If access to an expert chandler and community connections are what you seek, look no further than Los Angeles City College in East Hollywood. Los Angeles City College is devoted to community enrichment, and conducts various community-supported classes and workshops on non-academic topics that are meant to serve the community at large. This type of outreach helps just about anybody in the community learn a new skill, try out a new experience, and connect with community members in an educational setting. Los Angeles City College provides hands-on experience in candle making in their Candle Making class, a 3-hour workshop where participants have the opportunity to make several candles and develop the skills to continue making them at home. 

Virtual Candle Making Classes 

While an in-person class is typically the fastest and easiest way to learn candle making techniques, this type of class isn’t an option for everyone. In-person classes are limited to whatever location the class is being held, and on whatever schedule is convenient for the instructor, meaning that for some, finding an in-person class that fits their own needs is virtually impossible. Fortunately, an online candle making class can be a great alternative that offers many of the same benefits that come with an in-person class. An online class offers the same easy access to an expert chandler who can demonstrate the steps of candle making in real-time and can answer any questions as they arise, all without the need to commute to an inconvenient location. Although an online class does offer increased flexibility when it comes to location and schedule, they do add a limitation in terms of acquiring supplies and a workspace. While an in-person class has a workspace set up for candle making and can provide all the necessary materials to anybody who walks through the door, a virtual class cannot feasibly provide the same easy access to supplies. While there are some exceptions, when enrolling in an online class, expect to track down and buy your own materials ahead of time. An instructor will provide a detailed list of supplies that should be easy to purchase online or at a local arts and crafts store, but the onus is ultimately on the individual.

The Virtual Candle Making Workshop Love & Make is one such online class that can teach the basic techniques of candle making. Though Love & Make, located in Houston, Texas operates on Central Time and will be a couple of hours ahead of Los Angeles, this class is accessible to anyone with an internet connection. In this 1-hour workshop, you will get hands-on experience making your very own hand-poured soy wax candle, and you will develop the skills and techniques that will allow you to continue making candles at home on your own time. This class, like most online classes, does not supply materials as part of the cost, but Love & Make does try to simplify the process by offering a DIY Candle Making Kit for purchase on their online store. This kit includes all the necessary materials, including a container, wax, 2 wicks, fragrance oil, and a stick for stirring wax, though individuals who are able to secure similar supplies through other means are welcome to do so as well.

Private Group Candle Making Classes in Los Angeles

If you’re looking for an out-of-the-ordinary way to engage your friends or coworkers in a fun group-bonding activity, CourseHorse offers live online candle making classes for private groups that could be just the thing you’re looking for. Because the basic techniques are so easy to pick up, a candle making class can be a great way to participate in a hands-on activity without getting too stressed by difficult procedures, making it the perfect choice for any low-stakes social event.

CourseHorse’s Virtual Candle Making class is the perfect way to bond over a group activity in a fun, low-stakes environment. Get comfy in your own personal space, grab your favorite snacks and drinks, and have a blast while an expert instructor walks you through the basic steps for creating your very own soy and beeswax candles.

While most other virtual classes will task you with supplying your own materials, CourseHorse makes things easy by sending a candle making kit to the home address of each participant. Each kit includes enough wax, wicks, candle tins, and fragrance oils to create two personalized candles, as well as some handy miscellaneous supplies like a pitcher for melting and pouring wax and a wax-stirring stick.

Booking a private course through CorseHorse is simple. Once you’ve secured a date, you’ll receive a confirmation within 24 hours, and your event provider will personally follow up to introduce themselves and provide additional information about the class. If you need to add or remove people from your group, CourseHorse makes that easy. You can change your headcount after booking a date, and CourseHorse won’t finalize payment until you’ve finalized your headcount. CourseHorse recommends using Zoom, which they use to host this virtual class, but they can accommodate other platforms like Microsoft Teams or Google Meets for your convenience.

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