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5 Parisian workshops to make your own candles

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In the heart of Paris, discover a variety of workshops dedicated to candle making. Whether you are a novice or an enthusiast, these workshops offer an olfactory escapade, allowing everyone to design unique candles.

Make your own massage candle

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Spend a unique moment in Zheyna’s workshop. An artisan of aroma and well-being. In a few hours, take a dive into the art of candles eco-responsible massage. Explore soy wax, coconut wax, almond oil and essential oils, carefully chosen ingredients to create your own plant-based candle. So, discover the relaxing world of candle massage, a practice that is still little known. Under the guidance of Zheyna, personalize your candle according to your skin as well as your desires. Whether it is relaxation, muscle relaxation or even an aphrodisiac note. At the end of the workshop, leave withyour creation ready to be tested. A little sensory joy to take home!

The workshop is accessible by metro from Paris – Gare de Lyon and Reuilly-Diderot stations – 111 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris

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Make your own 4-wick candle

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Immerse yourself in an unforgettable sensory experience with Margaux during a 1 hour workshop dedicated to the creation of 4 wick scented candles. Situated in a peaceful garden along the banks of the Marne, the workshop offers a perfect getaway before or after the session. Margaux, your guide, welcomes you to her laboratory with coffee, tea or soft drinks for a very friendly moment. First of all, choose your perfume favorite, prepare the wax, calibrate the bits then let Margaux guide you through the creative process. Also learn how to incorporate perfume, mix and sink the candle in its container. Leave with your unique creation, scented according to your preferences, ready to beautify your interior or be given as a gift !

The workshop is located in Île-de-France in the town of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, accessible by public transport – 24 Prom. des Anglais, 94210 Saint-Maur-des-Fossés.

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Make your own flower candle

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Explore the elegance of flower candle during a exclusive workshop led by Julie, within the Viaduc des Arts. Under the tutelage of the master perfumer, create your personalized candle by selecting exquisite fragrances from Grasse, and by composing a floral melody with sumptuous dried flowers and leaves. Of the source delicate wax with the careful addition of perfumes… Each gesture contributes to creating a unique and personalized piece! At the end of the workshop, hold in your hands a candle with such a captivating aesthetic.

The workshop is a 10-minute walk from Place de la Bastille, and a two-minute walk from the Voltaire metro stop – 48 Rue Sedaine, 75011 Paris

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Make your own scented vegetable candle

Take a seat in the charming Rama workshop. A craftsman passionate about the art of candles ! In a two-hour workshop, discover the world of scented vegetable candles as well as the subtleties of different waxes. Rama, with his expertise, will reveal to you the secrets of their use. First, choose the container, the fragrances and the size of the wicks. Then move on to making your own candles. At the end of this unique workshop, creating candles will no longer have any secrets for you. You will leave with two candles scented 125 ml, fruits of your own creativity!

The workshop is located in the heart of the 1st arrondissement of Paris, a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville metro station – 3 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris

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Make your own upcycled candle

Enter the refined world of Caroline's workshop, master wax maker. Here, each candle becomes a unique and fragrant piece. In 1h30, discover the art of creation a chic and upcycled candle, awakening your senses and thus bringing a touch of history to your interior. During this workshop, each step becomes an exploration of retro elegance. From the melting of the wax of your choice of the container vintage… Each gesture is a step towards creating a candle steeped in history. Also choose your perfume from a refined range, learn to gently fix the cotton wick, and discover tips for guaranteeing a quality candle. At the end of the workshop, leave with a unique creation, ready to wake up your interior with a little vintage touch.

The workshop is located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, in the St Georges district, easily accessible by public transport – 40 Rue Pierre Fontaine, 75009 Paris

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