Make your own scented candle in a two-hour studio session in Printer’s Row, a short walk from Millennium Park. Blend from 50+ fragrances, pour plant-based wax into TSA-friendly jars, and leave with a finished candle and new memories.
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The studio door opens to the low hum of conversation and a shelf of glass jars catching the South Loop light — Printer’s Row laid out a block away, Lake Michigan a distant, patient presence. Inside the Franklin Building, the air is scented with citrus peel and cedar as instructors welcome you to a hands-on candle session built for immediate results and friendly competition.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; no strenuous activity required
Wildlife
History
Printer’s Row was Chicago’s hub for printing and publishing in the late 19th and early 20th centuries; many studios occupy converted industrial buildings like the Franklin Building.
Conservation
The studio uses plant-based coconut wax and offers reusable, TSA-safe vessels; consider bringing a reusable tote and avoid single-use plastics when possible.
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Arrive Early to Explore Scents
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early so you can sample the scent library and settle before the workshop starts.
Declare Fragrance Allergies
If you have scent sensitivities, tell staff before blending — ingredients are plant-based but concentrated oils can trigger reactions.
Take Transit
The studio is in the South Loop near public transit; using the CTA or Metra avoids limited street parking.
Accessibility Is Good
The space and surfaces are wheelchair accessible and strollers are allowed; notify the host of any special needs ahead of time.
Comfortable clothes
Wear clothes you don’t mind a little wax on; spills are rare but possible.
Allergy medication
Bring antihistamines if you have known fragrance sensitivities.
Tote bag
Carry your finished 11.5 oz jar home safely in a padded tote or backpack.
Transit pass or CTA card
Public transit is the easiest way to reach the South Loop studio and nearby attractions.