Spend two hours at Candlestock’s Wax Imagination Studio in Saugerties crafting three custom candles—hand-dipped tapers, rolled pillars, cupcake candles or scented blends—while learning simple, safe techniques and taking home your creations.
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You step through the studio door at 1450 Route 212 and the air tilts toward warm wax and citrus-laced oil. Worktables gleam with jars of beeswax, bundles of wick, and racks of dried flowers; outside, the Catskills press low and steady on the horizon, Esopus Creek daring spring runoff downstream. The room feels like a small laboratory of craft, bright, social, and hands-on.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
About 2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and light manual dexterity
Wildlife
History
Saugerties grew as a 19th-century industrial and river town along Esopus Creek; the area’s craft culture today continues that tradition of hands-on material work.
Conservation
Choose natural wax options when available and ask the studio about their sourcing; dispose of wax waste responsibly and reuse packaging when possible.
Reserve your spot on the Candlestock's Magical Candle Making Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 10–15 minutes early
Check in and pick your three projects without feeling rushed; classes start promptly and materials are prepped for the scheduled time.
Note scent sensitivities
Essential oils and fragrance oils are used—tell the instructor ahead of time if someone in your group has allergies or sensitivities.
Wear comfortable, close-toed shoes
You’ll be on your feet for dips and pours; closed-toe shoes protect against warm wax spills and make moving around the studio easier.
Bring a carrying bag
Finished candles can be soft or warm on departure—bring a small box or bag to protect delicate pieces on the trip home.
Comfortable clothes (wearable to get wax on)
Light wax splatter can occur; aprons are provided but wear clothing you don’t mind getting a bit of craft residue on.
Small transport box or tote
Protects warm or fragile candles during the drive home.
Allergy/medical info card
Note any scent allergies or sensitivities to share with the instructor before class.
Camera or phone
Document your steps and finished pieces—photos help replicate successful techniques later.