Discover the art of candle making in Austin with a personalized workshop that’s as fun as it is fragrant. Create your own signature scent and take home a custom candle crafted by you.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required
Wildlife
History
Austin’s vibrant creative community has propelled Candle Making at Story Fragrance Library to become a popular local activity since its establishment.
Conservation
The business emphasizes eco-friendly soy wax and recyclable packaging, aligning with Austin’s sustainability ethos.
Story Fragrance Library - Tennessee
Discover the art of candle making in Austin with a personalized workshop that’s as fun as it is fragrant. Create your own signature scent and take home a custom candle crafted by you.
Story Fragrance Library - Tennessee is a Nashville-based scent studio that offers hands-on perfume, cologne, and candle-making experiences. The studio focuses on guided, private sessions where guests create personalized fragrances and keepsakes under the direction of a trained Scent Specialist. With access to over 75 fragrances, participants blend top, middle, and base notes to design signature perfumes or unique candle scents.
Sessions include standalone candle-making and perfume- or cologne-making workshops, plus combined candle and perfume/cologne sessions that allow guests to make both items in one appointment with a special discount. Many experiences are offered as private events suitable for bachelorette parties, small groups, and special occasions. Some workshops are available as in-room or on-site mobile experiences for Airbnbs and hotels in select cities.
Story Fragrance Library - Tennessee lists experiences across multiple U.S. cities including Nashville, Charleston, Miami, New Orleans, Scottsdale, and Austin, reflecting a range of formats and locations. Each session emphasizes sensory exploration, hands-on blending, and a finished product to take home. The studio’s model pairs a curated fragrance library with guided instruction to help novices and enthusiasts craft memorable scents.
By combining educational guidance, a wide fragrance selection, and private appointment options, Story Fragrance Library - Tennessee provides a consistent framework for creating custom candles and perfumes. The studio’s focus on personalized service and tangible keepsakes supports repeat bookings and group celebrations. Scent Specialists lead each workshop step-by-step, assisting with fragrance selection, color choice, pouring, labeling, and packaging so guests leave with finished, gift-ready items every time.
Locations
6 cities
Nashville plus five other cities
Fragrance Options
75+
Extensive scent library to explore
Private Events
Bachelorette-friendly
Ideal for groups and celebrations
Based In
Nashville, TN
Local studio location
Reserve a private session or combo workshop in Nashville or another city — book a Scent Specialist-guided experience today.
Arrive early for best selection
Get there a little before your session starts to choose from the widest array of fragrances.
Wear casual, comfortable clothing
You’ll be blending scents and pouring wax, so dress for ease and potential spills.
Ask about gift options
Many sessions can be booked as private events or gifted to friends, so inquire if applicable.
Allow extra time
Plan for some extra time post-activity to customize and package your candle.
Casual clothing
Comfortable clothing suitable for indoor activity and potential wax splashes.
Photo ID
Needed for registration or to exchange workshop vouchers.
Notebook or journal
Great for jotting down scent combinations or personal notes.
Reusable bag
Useful for carrying your candle and personal belongings afterward.