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A two-hour, instructor-led candle-making workshop hosted in a lively Washington D.C. brewery. Learn wax types, temperature control and scent blending, and leave with a finished candle and practical pouring skills.
A two-hour, instructor-led candle-making workshop hosted in a lively Washington D.C. brewery. Learn wax types, temperature control and scent blending, and leave with a finished candle and practical pouring skills.
The room smells of warm malt and citrus—the brewery’s fermenters hum beyond a wall of glass while a long table is set with jars of wax, wicks and fragrance oils. In that mix of hops and vanilla, you stand ready to pour: the heat of melted wax, the precision of a wick centering tool, the surprise of a scent that reads like a memory. It’s an intimate two-hour workshop that turns a brewery’s social energy into a craft studio.
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Operated by Classpop! · Washington, District of Columbia
The room smells of warm malt and citrus—the brewery’s fermenters hum beyond a wall of glass while a long table is set with jars of wax, wicks and fragrance oils. In that mix of hops and vanilla, you stand ready to pour: the heat of melted wax, the precision of a wick centering tool, the surprise of a scent that reads like a memory. It’s an intimate two-hour workshop that turns a brewery’s social energy into a craft studio.
Washington, D.C.’s recent craft-brewing boom has repurposed industrial spaces across the city, making hop-forward taprooms natural hosts for hands-on classes. Candle-making itself borrows from long craft traditions—tallow and beeswax in earlier eras, soy and paraffin today—and here you learn both the chemistry of melting points and the practical art of scent balance.
Expect a structured, instructor-led session: a short demo on safety and temperatures, guided pours with support for wick placement, and time to blend and name your custom scent. The brewery setting keeps the tone casual—bring a friend or come solo and make something to take home.
Practical notes: wear closed-toe shoes and avoid loose sleeves, arrive 10 minutes early to check in, and plan for 2 hours from start to finish. The class is wheelchair accessible and suitable for beginners; you’ll leave with one finished candle and basic troubleshooting skills for home pours. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed date night or a creative break from the tourist circuit, this workshop is low-effort, high-reward.
easy.
2 hours.
Minimal physical exertion; comfortable standing and light lifting for short periods is required
No—this class is beginner friendly and the instructor guides every step from melting to pouring.
Yes—wax, wicks, fragrance oils, containers and tools are provided, and you take home one finished candle.
Yes—the listing notes wheelchair accessibility and service animals are allowed.
Standard bookings include one finished candle; check with the host in advance if you want to purchase additional pours.
Many D.C. breweries operate in converted warehouse or industrial spaces that reflect the city’s manufacturing past; craft candle-making merges that reuse culture with traditional small-batch craft.
Hosts often use soy or other plant-based waxes and promote recycling of containers; opt for refillable jars and avoid single-use plastics when possible.
Classpop! operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The room smells of warm malt and citrus—the brewery’s fermenters hum beyond a wall of glass while a long table is set with jars of wax, wicks and fragrance oils. In that mix of hops and vanilla, you stand ready to pour: the heat of melted wax, the precision of a wick centering tool, the surprise of a scent that reads like a memory. It’s an intimate two-hour workshop that turns a brewery’s social energy into a craft studio.
The room smells of warm malt and citrus—the brewery’s fermenters hum beyond a wall of glass while a long table is set with jars of wax, wicks and fragrance oils. In that mix of hops and vanilla, you stand ready to pour: the heat of melted wax, the precision of a wick centering tool, the surprise of a scent that reads like a memory. It’s an intimate two-hour workshop that turns a brewery’s social energy into a craft studio.
Washington, D.C.’s recent craft-brewing boom has repurposed industrial spaces across the city, making hop-forward taprooms natural hosts for hands-on classes. Candle-making itself borrows from long craft traditions—tallow and beeswax in earlier eras, soy and paraffin today—and here you learn both the chemistry of melting points and the practical art of scent balance.
Expect a structured, instructor-led session: a short demo on safety and temperatures, guided pours with support for wick placement, and time to blend and name your custom scent. The brewery setting keeps the tone casual—bring a friend or come solo and make something to take home.
Practical notes: wear closed-toe shoes and avoid loose sleeves, arrive 10 minutes early to check in, and plan for 2 hours from start to finish. The class is wheelchair accessible and suitable for beginners; you’ll leave with one finished candle and basic troubleshooting skills for home pours. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed date night or a creative break from the tourist circuit, this workshop is low-effort, high-reward.