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Blend your own signature scent and pour a crackling wood-wick soy candle at Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia. Spend an evening with TS Home Studio crafting a personalized 14oz candle while enjoying the vineyard setting and local wines.
Blend your own signature scent and pour a crackling wood-wick soy candle at Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia. Spend an evening with TS Home Studio crafting a personalized 14oz candle while enjoying the vineyard setting and local wines.
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Operated by T.S. Home Studio · Scandia, Minnesota
On a crisp autumn evening at Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia, Minnesota, TS Home Studio's Candle Making Experience transforms the tasting room into a hands-on scent laboratory. Located at 20168 St Croix Trail N, participants move between stations to blend fragrance, weigh wax, and pour a 14oz natural soy candle into a vessel with a crackling wood wick. The event starts at 5:00 PM and runs approximately three hours, giving candles the 1½-2 hours they need to cool before you carry them home.
The core of the evening is the fragrance library: more than 50 premium oils that range from bright citrus and green herbal notes to deep spice and resinous wood. A Scent Consultant leads the group through blending techniques, helping novices translate memories and moods into balanced scent layers. The wood-wick vessel and soy wax emphasize clean burning and a slow, steady scent throw; the audible crackle adds a sensory detail you won't get from a mass-market jar.
What makes this small, convivial workshop stand out is its setting and scale. Rustic Roots Winery occupies a working vineyard space along St Croix Trail, where low rows of vines and the late-afternoon light create a naturally calm backdrop. The experience sits at the intersection of agritourism and craft - an evening that pairs hands-on making with the option to purchase local wines and mocktails while your candle sets. With a capped guest list of 20, the session balances instruction and social time without feeling crowded.
Practical details are simple: the session is station-style and requires standing and light manual work rather than specialized skills, so it's accessible to most adults. Bring a jacket if you plan to explore the grounds before or after the workshop; candles need roughly 90-120 minutes to set so you can enjoy a tasting while you wait. Be aware beverages are available for purchase and are not included in the ticket price.
Parking is typically on-site at Rustic Roots Winery; confirm arrival details at the meeting point listed as Rustic Roots Winery 20168 St Croix Trail N. The event suits beginners and those curious about scent composition; it also makes a thoughtful group activity for bachelorette parties or small corporate outings. Tickets are limited-book through the event page to secure your spot.
This workshop is ideal for people who travel for memorable local experiences - crafters, wine lovers, and anyone seeking a tactile souvenir that smells like place. It's an easy, creative night out that supports a local business and leaves you with a long-lasting, handmade object. Reserve early - small groups fill quickly - and plan to leave with a custom-scented candle and a clearer sense of how fragrance can capture a season or memory.
No. Wine, mocktails, and other beverages are available for purchase separately at Rustic Roots Winery.
The event runs approximately three hours to allow time for blending, pouring, and the 90–120 minute cooling period.
Yes. The session is guided by a Scent Consultant and requires no prior candle-making experience.
Yes. Parking is typically available on-site at Rustic Roots Winery; confirm arrival details at the meeting point address.
Candles require roughly 1.5–2 hours to cool. Most guests can take their candle home at the end of the session, but follow staff guidance if extra curing time is recommended.
No specific age limits are provided in the event details; the activity involves hot wax and standing stations, so use discretion for younger participants.
T.S. Home Studio is an Edina, Minnesota-based candle studio that offers guided candle-making experiences at local venues and private events. The business leads public classes at Southdale Center, Schram Vineyards, Grapeful Wine Bar, and Next Chapter Winery, pairing hands-on candle crafting with social settings like shopping centers and wineries. Each experience includes guidance from a scent consultant or expert who helps participants blend fragrances and create custom candles. Many sessions allow guests to choose from a curated selection of vessels and blend from over 50 scent options to personalize each candle. Public workshops vary by venue: the Southdale Center classes emphasize a creative outing with shopping and dining nearby; Schram Vineyards and Next Chapter Winery sessions combine candle making with the cozy winery atmosphere; Grapeful Wine Bar events often feature the option to sip wine while pouring a 14oz soy candle. Private Candle Making Experiences provide an extended, three-hour format for groups to craft multiple personalized candles with focused instruction and social time. T.S. Home Studio designs each class for all skill levels, offering step-by-step instruction, scent selection guidance, and hands-on pouring. Reservations are available for specific dates and private bookings. The studio’s approach centers on creativity, customization, and a guided, social crafting experience held across several recognizable Twin Cities locations. Private bookings accommodate groups and small gatherings at scheduled times and venues. Classes are suitable for beginners and experienced crafters who want guided scent blending and hands-on candle pouring in a social setting. Booking details are available online. Today.
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