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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.
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.
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.
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Operated by Embers + Apothecary Candle Bar · Chicago, IL
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.
Printer’s Row began life as Chicago’s printing and publishing district in the late 19th century; the Franklin Building itself is part of that commercial fabric, so your craft sits amid layered city history rather than a generic mall. The neighborhood’s brick facades and nearby Printers Row Park are reminders that creativity here has been both trade and culture for generations.
Expect a two-hour guided workshop: choose from 50+ single-note fragrances, blend plant-based coconut wax, and pour into TSA-friendly 11.5 oz vessels. Sessions mix instruction with light social games — trivia or karaoke — so it feels part craft class, part neighborhood meetup. Candles cool while you chat; everything is wheelchair accessible and family-friendly, and your finished piece goes home the same day.
Practical tips: arrive 10 minutes early to browse the scent library, disclose any fragrance allergies, and use public transit — parking near the South Loop can be tight. Bookings require at least 24-hour cancellation notice for a full refund. This is an easy, low-impact urban craft experience that pairs well with a nearby museum afternoon or a walk toward Millennium Park.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; no strenuous activity required
Yes — vessels are designed to cool within the session and are TSA-acceptable for carry-on and checked luggage.
Yes — the Franklin Building space and work surfaces are wheelchair accessible; staff note accessibility in their listing.
The workshop is family-friendly and allows strollers; age policies can vary, so check with the provider if booking for young children.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time; cancellations inside 24 hours are non-refundable.
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.
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.
Embers + Apothecary Candle Bar operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
Printer’s Row began life as Chicago’s printing and publishing district in the late 19th century; the Franklin Building itself is part of that commercial fabric, so your craft sits amid layered city history rather than a generic mall. The neighborhood’s brick facades and nearby Printers Row Park are reminders that creativity here has been both trade and culture for generations.
Expect a two-hour guided workshop: choose from 50+ single-note fragrances, blend plant-based coconut wax, and pour into TSA-friendly 11.5 oz vessels. Sessions mix instruction with light social games — trivia or karaoke — so it feels part craft class, part neighborhood meetup. Candles cool while you chat; everything is wheelchair accessible and family-friendly, and your finished piece goes home the same day.
Practical tips: arrive 10 minutes early to browse the scent library, disclose any fragrance allergies, and use public transit — parking near the South Loop can be tight. Bookings require at least 24-hour cancellation notice for a full refund. This is an easy, low-impact urban craft experience that pairs well with a nearby museum afternoon or a walk toward Millennium Park.