Spend an hour pouring your own Paddywax candle in the lively setting of Reston Town Center. This guided workshop covers scent selection, wick placement, and a safe pour—perfect for date nights or creative outings.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Warm wax glints under studio lights as Reston Town Center hums outside—shoppers drift past storefronts while inside a circle of workbenches invites focused, hands-on making. Visitors measure fragrances, nestle wicks, and pour molten soy blends into glass vessels; the air fills with citrus, cedar, or vanilla as each pour takes shape.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels—primarily seated and low-physical effort.
Wildlife
History
Reston was founded in the 1960s as one of America’s first planned communities; Reston Town Center grew later as a concentrated retail and civic hub.
Conservation
Respect local green spaces—use provided containers for waste, and avoid bringing fragrance-heavy chemical cleaners to the studio to minimize indoor air impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book in advance
Sessions are limited; reserve your slot online to guarantee placement, especially on weekend evenings.
Dress for the pour
Wear fitted sleeves and closed-toe shoes—hot wax can splash and workspaces may be busy.
Allow curing time
Let your candle cure 24–48 hours before its first full burn to stabilize fragrance and wick performance.
Accessibility and transit
Reston Town Center is wheelchair accessible and served by public transit; confirm any mobility needs when booking.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet from accidental drips or dropped tools in the studio.
Lightweight apron or old shirt
Keeps clothing clean from scent oils and wax splatter.
Reusable tote or box
Useful for carrying finished candles home and preventing dents during transport.
Phone or camera
For documenting scent combos and finished designs to recreate later.