Want to make something that you can take home and use to brighten your home? With in-person or online candle making classes from The Eclectic Chic Boutique, you can learn how to make your own candles in dozens of amazing ways! Not only are these classes fun and informational for beginner, intermediate, and advanced candle makers, they're also a great way to relax your mind, be creative and then enjoy your own candle creation!

Candle making classes are for all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced. You will learn everything about using basic tools and equipment for creating your own candles at home. Participants can choose between a premade DIY Kit or a shopping list to make sure they will have all the candle making materials they need. 

All of our candle making classes are appropriate for children ages 12 & up, who can work independently. Please read the class description thoroughly before signing up for a class to ensure your child can participate.

You can find a list of all the candle making classes we currently offer here. To sign up for a candle making class, simply click on the "Book This Class" button below the listing and fill out the form. Candle making classes are held at our store in Montclair, NJ and online.

And don't forget to invite a friend! Candle making is always more fun with a partner! 

Wood Wick Candle Making

Class Highlights:
  • Perfect beginner class for those interested in candle making
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun class for parents and children to do together
​​Candle making is a popular craft that people have enjoyed for centuries and they make great gifts. It’s fun, it’s creative and costs relatively little to get started. This introductory candle making class will provide a great foundation for the start of a new hobby or new business! In this beginner friendly class you will be making modern wood wicked candles using soy wax and fragrance oils. You’ll learn best practices and candle making safety.

​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
WOOD WICK CANDLE MAKING​ DETAILS
  • Experience Level: Beginner
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $95 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $85 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $65
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, wooden wicks, wick tabs, containers, fragrance oils
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
Book This CLASS

    WOOD WICK CANDLE MAKING 

Cotton Wick Candle making

Class Highlights:
  • Perfect beginner class for those interested in candle making
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun class for parents and children to do together
​​​​​Candle making is a popular craft that people have enjoyed for centuries and they make great gifts. It’s fun, it’s creative and costs relatively little to get started. This introductory candle making class will provide a great foundation for the start of a new hobby or new business! In this beginner friendly class you will be making classic cotton wick candles using soy wax and fragrance oils. You’ll learn best practices and candle making safety.

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
Cotton WICK CANDLE MAKING​ DETAILS
  • Experience Level: Beginner
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $95 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $85 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $65
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, wooden wicks, wick tabs, containers, fragrance oils
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
Book This CLASS

    Cotton WICK CANDLE MAKING 

Botanical & Gemstone Candle making

Class Highlights:
  • Great for candle makers with some experience
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun for those to start a hobby or business
​​Take your basic candle making skills to the next level. In this intermediate candle making class you will learn how to decorate with botanicals and gemstones. You’ll learn best practices, candle making safety, and proper materials to use in your candles. This is a great class for those with some basic candle making experience who want to broaden their skills, or those looking to go into business. 
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​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
BOTANICAL & GEMSTONE CANDLE MAKING Details
  • ​Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Prerequisite: Some candle making experience
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $100 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $95 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $75
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, cotton wicks, wick tabs, containers, fragrance oils, botanicals, gemstones,
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
Book THIS CLASS

    BOTANICAL & GEMSTONE CANDLE MAKING

Candle Making with Color Class

Class Highlights:
  • Great for candle makers with some experience
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun for those to start a hobby or business
​Take your basic candle making skills to the next level. In this intermediate candle making class you will learn how to add color to your candle wax. You’ll learn best practices, candle making safety, and proper materials to use in your candles. This is a great class for those with some basic candle making experience who want to broaden their skills, or those looking to go into business.

​​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
CANDLE MAKING WITH COLOR CLASS DETAILS
  • ​Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Prerequisite: Some candle making experience
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $100 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $95 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $75
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, cotton wicks, wick tabs, containers, fragrance oils, botanicals, gemstones,
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
BOOK THIS CLASS

    CANDLE MAKING WITH COLOR CLASS

Tealight & Wax Melt Making Class

Class Highlights:
  • Perfect beginner class for those interested in candle making
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun class for parents and children to do together
​Do you love wax melts? Wax melts are a great alternative to candles. You melt them using an electric or tealight warmer. They fill your home with a lovely scent without an open flame. This introductory wax melt making class will provide a great foundation for the start of a new hobby or new business! In this beginner friendly class you will be making a set of wax melts and tealights using wax and fragrance oil. You’ll learn best practices and candle making safety.
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​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
TEALIGHT & WAX MELT MAKING​ DETAILS
  • Experience Level: Beginner
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $75 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $65 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $45
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, Tart Wax, cotton wicks, wick tabs, clamshell molds, tealight molds, fragrance oils
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
BOOK THIS CLASS

    TEALIGHT & WAX MELT MAKING

Wax Melt Making with Silicone Molds & Color Class

Class Highlights:
  • Perfect beginner class for those interested in candle making
  • Great party idea for holidays, birthday, wedding shower, or team building activity
  • Fun class for parents and children to do together
​Do you love wax melts? Wax melts are a great alternative to candles. You melt them using an electric or tealight warmer. They fill your home with a lovely scent without an open flame. This introductory wax melt making class will provide a great foundation for the start of a new hobby or new business! In this beginner friendly class you will be making a set of wax melts using silicone molds to create fun shapes, along with wax and fragrance oil. You’ll learn best practices and candle making safety.

​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
WAX MELT MAKING WITH SILICONE MOLDS & COLOR CLASS
  • Experience Level: Beginner
  • Appropriate Age: Age 12 and up, who can work independently. If a participant is under the age of 12 they will need adult supervision. If a participant needs a caretaker or parent to assist with the project the assisting person does not need a ticket
  • Class Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
  • Class Pricing:
    • In Person Class (1 to 6): $75 per participant
    • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $65 + $8 shipping (Free Shipping for Groups of 8 or more)
    • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $45
  • In Person Class: Instructor will provide materials and tools to use during the class.
  • Virtual Class: Hosted on Zoom
    • Included in DIY Kit: Soy Wax, Tart Wax, silicone molds, fragrance oils
    • What Participant Must Provide: Access to a microwave or double boiler, microwave safe measuring cups, spatula, kitchen thermometer
BOOK THIS CLASS

    WAX MELT MAKING WITH SILICONE MOLDS & COLOR CLASS

​IN-PERSON CLASSES AVAILABLE IN NJ

Since we are located in Montclair, NJ we are centrally located for those in the tri-state area who might just be just a short drive away or for those who want to make a day trip and enjoy the Garden State along with learning a new skill along the way! We are just 30 minutes outside NYC in downtown Montclair which is nestled between Clifton, Little Falls, Cedar Grove and Verona and just minutes off the Garden State Parkway and Bloomfield, Nutley and Passaic as well as we are just 10 minutes from Montclair State University in Upper Montclair and can be easily reached via mass transit from all local NJ towns.