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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
Learn how to make your own candles from an experienced candle maker in this relaxing Sydney workshop!
This class is designed for beginners, as your teacher will guide you in how to make DIY candles and eventually fill your house with delicious aromas.
During the two-hour class, you will learn:
An introduction to the different types of waxes and their applications
How to make a pillar candle
How to make a container candle
How to roll a beeswax candle
How to make tea lights
How to make a melt and pour soap
These classes are held in a home studio and kept small with a maximum of eight people so we get to cover a lot in a short time! At the end of the class, you will get to take all your beautiful work home, as well as the skills to continue creating your own DIY candles at home.
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I have been making and teaching how to make candles for approximately 15 years. I have an online business where I sell some candle, soap making and bath milk supplies and DIY projects.
I have years of knowledge when it comes to all different types of waxes, candles, wicks and all the latest info when it comes to candle making. I can even point you to all the candle supplies and tips on starting your own candle business!
I really enjoy teaching and love watching peoples reactions as their creations evolve and they can see what they have created. The classes are small and personal in my workshop at my home and I tend to customise the class around the group and what they would like to learn. I have recently started online classes due to covid which has brought be so many beautiful international and interstate students.
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Emily Bishop•
Jan 2022
Really enjoyable class! Great for money. We made so many candles and some soap too! It was really interesting and she answered all the questions I had with my own candle making issues.
Renèe Andrews•
Jan 2022
What an amazing class! Exceeded all expectations and the teacher is just beautiful so patient and kind. The candles and products are amazing quality and everything is available for you to use. Love every minute
James Micallef•
Jan 2022
The class is good. However, some people in the class were extremely noisy. They kept talking about things happening outside the class, which interrupted the whole progress of the teaching . Otherwise it would have been a much better experience.
Margaret •
Jan 2022
As a gift was looking forward to, but a little sceptical, what a nice surprise. Enjoyed the whole experience. Small group so very individual tuition, very interesting and informative as one does not give too much thought to what really happens in making candles and surprised and so pleased at the variety of perfumes and accessories provided and products made during class. Would highly recommend attending a class with Shiree
Leanne Clark•
Jan 2022
Fun & informative. Due to drop-outs, we had a class of two, so loads of personal assistance. Shiree was excellent, giving recommendations and providing tips & tricks.
Highly recommend this class as a variety of different types of candles are made.
Peta Denning•
Jan 2022
The class was a lot of fun and we walked away with some lovely candles and soaps, knowing a lot more than when we arrived. The venue was lovely and well set up. Our teacher was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
Shiree is a terrific facilitator, I highly recommend her beginner class. The class was lots of fun, informative and provided practical tips and tricks to create professional looking and smelling candles and soaps. ❤
Fiona Zeng•
Jan 2022
Very good teacher and great value class! The place is safe and beautiful, I would like to study more with the teacher!
Chris Johnson•
Jan 2022
Shiree was very welcoming and everything was exceptionally well prepared beforehand to ensure that we had a great experience.
She explained everything in great detail and had many tips and tricks to ensure success. Her follow-up is great and she is very open to communication to clarify points afterwards. A great all-round experience.
Derek-Leigh Vocea•
Dec 2021
Shiree was absolutely wonderful as a teacher. My husband and I went to this class wanting to get an idea on how to make candles for ourselves and gifts for family and friends. Loved all the tips and tricks Shiree shared and how she even said you can use most stuff in your kitchen instead of purchasing fancy gadgets for candle making. It was a very informative and intimate class. Went home with beautiful candles and beautiful soaps which are just too pretty to use but will definitely be used. Highly recommend
Helen Nafranowicz•
Dec 2021
Thank you Shiree for a fantastic day! Your knowledge & professionalism was appreciated, and the fun atmosphere you created made the experience that much more special. The candles & soap creations we took home far exceeded our expectations, highly recommend to anyone interested ☺️
Shweta Mahajan•
Dec 2021
Awesome class
Beautiful vibesgreat teacher n learning Would love to share with my friends
Tania Sawa•
Dec 2021
The teacher was absolutely phenomenal, she was very welcoming, intelligent and professional. The venue despite being at her house felt like I had entered an actual workshop which was really great! I was blown away by the materials and utilities that were provided to me. I was able to successfully use them and create my candles. The price I paid for the class was definitely worth it! I learnt a lot during the class and it was definitely something different to what I’ve ever done before.
Mary Sawa•
Dec 2021
the teacher was so friendly and helpful she informed everyone in the class what to do and why to to it guiding everyone one by one and step by step to make the perfect candle i left feeling so happy coming home with so many candles aswell as soaps and it was the best experience ever overall.
Jennifer Kim•
Nov 2021
Enjoyed very much, was very supportive on questions & informative. Have been to other different classes and Shiree is one of the best teachers I met. Would like to recommend and also love to bring more friends next time to do class. Thank you!
Briony Wilson•
Nov 2021
Shiree was a wonderful and knowledgeable teacher. The workshop was structure well and lovely materials provided. The ambience of the workshop chic and comfortable too. Lots of products made and could take them home. I highly recommend this candle class. Whilst I enjoyed doing this just myself would be awesome to do with a group of friends.
Kelly Zenere•
Nov 2021
An amazing afternoon
Would highly recommend to everyone.
Our teacher was very accomodating and extremely knowledgeable.
Veenita Malouf•
Nov 2021
What a lovely day spent learning about the different types of candles and then putting that into practice.
Making soaps allowed us to be creative with fragrance and design.
The teacher was very knowledgeable and created such a relaxing environment which made the day a memorable experience.
My daughter and I had such a great time making candles and soaps ! Shiree is so lovely and generous with her knowledge. We will be back for more. Highly recommend !
Tenzi Saras•
Nov 2021
Amazing class!
Teacher is very friendly and we’ve learnt a lot.
Lot of things to take home, soaps, candles!
Definitely worth it and recommend it :)
Nicole Moran•
Nov 2021
Had a blast, informative and great value for money. Shiree was engaging, friendly and knew her stuff. The course was perfect A++ highly recommend and will be doing more.
Very nice and relaxing environment. Well organised with time and materials. Teacher is very friendly, willing to share what she experienced. Very generous candle experience and take home stuff.
The only suggestion is if possible, a quick demo of how to melt the candle/ soap base will be good as beginner may want to see and learn the techniquefrom scratch.
Marelize Bosch•
Nov 2021
I highly recommend this class. It was also an awesome way to spend a couple of hours with a friend, learning a new craft in an easy, relaxed and wonderful atmosphere. Shiree is a wonderful instructor and very kind, patient and accomodating. Highly recommended!
Cassandra Fake•
Nov 2021
What a beautiful way to spend a Sunday.
Our teacher was brilliant, the space was lovely and the light box for photos was awesome.
Great value for money, everything supplied for you and a really interactive experience.
Katrina Burdge•
Nov 2021
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Amazing! It was very educational and the candles smell lovely! Very happy to do this again!
Debra Wing•
Nov 2021
Candle Making …what A fantastic , creative day out as a birthday gift .
Shiree is a wonderful teacher ,very experienced with a gentle ,encouraging manner. Her studio setup is a perfect venue …beside bushland ,we started off feeling surrounded by nature.
We came away with bag of homemade candles and soaps, much more than I expected.
A perfect day
Shiree was an excellent teacher. Felt welcomed as soon as the door opened. Such variety of candles and soaps that you make and take home in a gift bag. An awesome experience. A small group which I prefer, location easy to find and parking a plenty. Highly recommend. Thanks Shiree.
Caroline Sagun•
Nov 2021
Good value for money, plus teacher was very enthusiastic!
Lots of finished products to take away
Tanya Heather•
Oct 2021
Everything was perfect teacher venue and company Shiree was so happy to share her knowledge with us could not ask for any thing better
Mylin Utulo •
Oct 2021
The teacher is very nice and I learned a lot about the basics in candle making. I am looking forward for another class with her.
Michelle Lozano•
Oct 2021
Everything is good, enjoyed the workshop.
The teacher is so accomodating even on questions which sometimes should be for advance class.
Arunima Vj•
Jun 2021
Shiree is a very kind and generous teacher. The class was quite organized yet fun and we surprisingly, got a lot done in a short time. We also got to play around and experiment with our creations quite a bit. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in Shiree's beautiful studio and strongly recommend this class for anyone who is looking to learn about the art of candle making from someone who is genuinely passionate about it :)
Pushpa Bhat•
Jun 2021
Amazing class!we were provided all materialsthe ambience was relaxing and Cheryl is very talented and patient!We even got to take home what we madehighly recommended and definitely going back to learn more!
Viviani Moreira•
Jun 2021
Cherry was great! She made us feel really welcome. It's a very enjoyable experience and you get to learn all the tips and tricks about making candles. Everything well organized, all the materials was handy, beautiful place. I totally recommend.
Michiko Sukiswan•
Jun 2021
Love the class, the teacher was awesome. We came home with lots of amazing goodies. We’ll definitely come back for other classes.
Shalini Sagar •
Jun 2021
One of my best experience, great learning a be a very friendly environment with loads of creativity. Loved it
Mary •
Jun 2021
Shiree was amazing. Didn't feel intimidated at all to ask any questions. It was loads of fun. Never thought i could create something so beautiful and practical. The environment was refreshing and inviting. We were provided with everything there was no expectation for us to bring anything. I was upset that I forgot to get a bag to take our candles home but we were supplied with that too. I was giddy like a little girl whose just been put in a room full of candy. Thank you so much for making this such an amazing experience.
Pushpa Gagganpally•
Jun 2021
It was an amazing experience and the teacher is very good and helpful
Love the way she explained and the venue was great
Carine Asseraf•
Jun 2021
I recommend this class 100% ! What an amazing experience !
The teacher was very welcoming and VERY knowledgeable. She spontaneously shared with us her best tips and all her experience about making candles and soaps. I was an absolute beginner when arriving, and she provided EVERYTHING needed - and much more - to create 4 types of candles and 2 types of soaps.
The value of this workshop is just awesome !
I will book her next workshop about colors and layers as soon as she will put the event on Bento
Katherine Aylward•
May 2021
Great venue, great knowledge, easy going and approachable to ask questions. All relevant equipment supplies. Great morning and will be back for another course. Thank you for a great time
Christopher Soto•
May 2021
An absolutely excellent experience I got for my girlfriends birthday.
The teacher had so much enthusiasm and passion for what she was doing, it really got everyone comfortable.
I would highly recommend this workshop, you will enjoy it and be filled with positive energy.
Deanne Azo•
May 2021
Great class couldn’t ask for a better experience. Shiren is very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The workshop is well equipped. We made a number of different candles and soaps on the day which turned out beautifully. Definitely recommend this class for those that want to be creative. Thank you again for a wonderful day.
Nardin Hanna•
May 2021
Very nice experience. We enjoyed the class so much. Shiren was so helpful and friendly.
Aurelia Cheung•
May 2021
Great fun, informative class with a beautiful cute workshop. The teacher was lovely and would look into doing another class again. Come out with some beautiful soaps and candles.
Lynnea McGowan•
May 2021
Had a wonderful morning. Very helpful, inspiring, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Highly highly recommend this class. Great for a girls get together, hens party, birthday or bubbbles and giggle. Fantastic value. Looking forward to the next class.
Kirsten Murphy •
Apr 2021
The course was fantastic. The teacher was just lovely. The training facility was set up perfect and there was an abundance of supplies to make our candles and soups look fantastic. Will definitely do another course with this teacher. Thank you so much.
Manolla Naddaf•
Apr 2021
Learnt a lot. The teacher was great. Highly recommended. The place was clean and full of lovely materials
Rachel Wu•
Apr 2021
Superb introduction class to candle and soap making - really impressed with the thorough details and step by step Intro
Shayne Withers•
Apr 2021
Everything about this course was fantastic. Great teacher, great atmosphere, super friendly. Great learning package with so much knowledge. 10/10 would recommend to anyone
Leanne Clark•
Apr 2021
We had a wonderful time and the knowledge we came home with was incredible. Our teacher was fantastic she was so patient and helpful. I would highly recommend this class it was so much fun and we came home with lots of handmade items.
Meagan Cooper•
Apr 2021
Amazing, knowledgeable, fun and relaxing class with great products to take home. Highly recommend fir everyonr
Preethi Srinath•
Apr 2021
Loved the session. You get to make and take pretty candles and soaps back home. Good beginners workshop.
Shiree is wonderful and knowledgable. She had made it so fun so easy. We learnt the basis about candle and soap making and were so happy with what we made. The classroom is nice and clean. Everything is so organised. All materials were provided. I highly recommend for this and will certainly come back for a different class. Thank you again I have learnt so much and had so much fun
Sheila Chaney•
Apr 2021
Really enjoyable morning. Well worth the money and very easy going teacher with great experience
Marie Labour•
Apr 2021
It was great lessons for beginners , had fun very educative and great instructor and location
Anastassia Terziman•
Apr 2021
Great class, lovely teacher and a lovely way to spend the morning with a friend
Shima Haddadi•
Mar 2021
I did a candle making class, which was fun, interesting and creative. My teacher was a wonderful teacher who knowledgeable, enthusiastic and flexible and caters her class to match our needs and interests. Teacher also provided an amazing fruit platter. Thank you for a great Saturday.
Christine Lockwood•
Mar 2021
Teacher was very friendly and helpful and explained it all whilst showing us the procedures.
The room where the workshop was held was pleasant and well set out.
Good range of products were available.
Tulasi Baskaran•
Mar 2021
It was an amazing class to learn the technical aspects of candle making in a fun and cosy class.
Janette Robinson•
Mar 2021
Relaxed environment, small class. Informative session and good value for money. Highly recommend. Thank you
Alyce Adair•
Mar 2021
I had an amazing morning in the candle making class, I learnt so much and enjoyed my time making all different goodies to take home, I can’t wait to do another one thankyou so so much
Debbie Clark•
Mar 2021
The class was fantastic. Teacher explained everything to us in detail and was great to be able to bring home our beautiful products that we made
Patricia Marriott•
Mar 2021
Purchased this for my daughters birthday. We both loved it. It was a wonderful experience. Our teacher was so welcoming and lovely. We learnt so much and we got to take home so many wonderful goodies. I highly recommend this to everyone. You will not be disappointed.
Everything included in the class , Made a soya pillar candle , 2 bees wax candles , 2 soaps, 3 tea lights and 2 candles in containers.
Everything was toughly explained in detail and enjoyed in lovely surroundings.
Thank you so much for a fantastic day!
An amazing class, we made and learnt so much! The teacher was lovely and she offered lots of advice and great supplies to make our candles and soaps - we came away with really beautiful products.
The teacher was really good. Passed on a lot of tips. The class was small. She provided everything. At the end of the class she has a set up for you to take photos.
Bernadette Nunes•
Mar 2021
the whole experience was phenomenal
Shiree is an excellent teacherknowledgeable and very friendly, open and welcoming. She was more than happy to impart her experience and tips. Her bubbly personality was infectious.
The environment she has set up is just right - small workable classes that create the opportunity to learn & interact - while also making it fun.
Great Value for money and will definitely be looking to take more classes with Shiree to learn more.
Courtney Sabat•
Feb 2021
We learnt so much! The class was informative, creative and very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend to people of all ages and craft abilities.
Kath Hindle•
Feb 2021
Fun morning learning candle making and soap making! Our teacher was fabulous, enthusiastic, encouraging and knowledgeable! We achieved so much in the class and took home a number of great items that we made! She was very generous with what we were able to use! Highly recommend this class
Lorraine Wallis•
Feb 2021
6 ClassBento workshops attended
The teacher was very friendly, personable, approachable and knowledgeable. The venue was great - quiet and conducive for a class. The materials provided were great - I love the smell of the wax we used for the pillar candle. We made a pillar candle, container candles, tea lights and 2 soaps - good value for money.
Maxine Ovelar•
Feb 2021
Absolutely loved it, I highly recommend.
Shiree was absolutely gorgeous and a wealth of knowledge.
Tracey Chisari•
Feb 2021
My sister and I had a wonderful afternoon with our teacher Shiree. She was very friendly, welcoming and very encouraging. We were proud off what we achieved in the class and got to take home what we made. Thankyou Shiree for making this an amazing experience. I would highly recommend this class.
Tracey
Really enjoyed the class! We made some lovely candles and soaps and got some great tips in the process. The safety reminder was also appreciated. Thanks for a lovely 2 hours, Shiree - the time just flew by.
Dominique Outlaw•
Feb 2021
We had a fantastic time making a range of different candles and soaps, the teacher was lovely and full of knowledge :) overall a great way to spend a morning and we both would definitely join this workshop again.
Thanks a lot :)
Candice •
Feb 2021
The candle making class was fantastic, Sherri is a wealth of knowledge mixed with years practical experience. We received a heap of tips and tricks to ensure we get the best outcome every time. The products you leave with a gorgeous and small amazing! Highly recommend this class!
Soledad Lopez•
Feb 2021
This class was so much fun. The teacher had so much information and gave us so many tips on both candles and soaps, how to make things easier or cheaper for ourselves. She had so many products on display and everything was beautiful .
We made lots of different products and got to take them all home with us . A large pillar candle , two soaps , two bees wax candles, 3 tea light candles and two small jar candles.
There was a great space available to take awesome photos of all of our creations, a light snack was provided .
Overall this was a wonderful experience, and I'm looking forward to doing more candle classes with them.
Hayley Xiberras•
Feb 2021
2 ClassBento workshops attended
The entire experience was amazing I had so much fun, our teacher was so lovely and explained everything in great detail. I would highly recommend this class!
Shiree was a great teacher and we enjoyed a fun morning. Very impressed with what we created in this short time. Shiree was very generous with her knowledge and all the accessories she gave us access to. The fruit platter was a lovely addition.
Sue Croghan•
Jan 2021
Highly recommend this class 10/10 i had great time and very informative. .can't wait for my next class
Gilli Stewart•
Jan 2021
What a fantastic morning making candles and soaps, no question too silly to ask, not only was teacher encouraging, so were rest of class. All materials top notch and at our disposal time flew def recommend this class.
Great teacher - very knowledgeable- and accomodating.
Beautiful environment .
All the material was provided. You don’t need to bring a thing.
We made 6 candles to take home and 2 soaps.
This class is made fun and easy that you will want to practise at home.
I highly recommend Sheree and her class, it will definitely bring out your creative side.
Dipti •
Jan 2021
Shiree is lively and lovely teacher. The knowledge which has spread across with all her tips and tricks is wonderful. From pillar wax to tea light candles to beeswax and soap all in 2.5 hour of session is worth the value and best activity to learn.
Sue Connolly•
Jan 2021
Fantastic 2 hours leaning to make a variety of different candles from pillars to tea lights. We also made some beautiful soaps with dried flowers and perfume.
Shiree was very personable with heaps of information.
The course was very relaxed in a lovely setting. The time went so quickly and we were amazed at how much we managed to make in that time.
Well worth the cost and I would recommend this course to everyone .
Danielle Huang•
Jan 2021
Shiree was a fantastic teacher - she explained each step of the process and was very generous with her knowledge. Would absolutely recommend to anyone interested in candle making whether beginner or more advanced
Catherine Bolton•
Jan 2021
Had an awesome time at this class. You get to take home a great variety of candles as well as the bonus of the 2 soap bars Our teacher was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. The class was held in her home studio but honestly couldn’t have been more perfect
Brilliant class! A fantastic 2hours spent learning the skills to make candles at home and making beautiful things.
Awesome teacher who was so supportive of everyone in our group including those that needed a little more help
Great studio with lots of inspiration to help your creative juices flow
My place smells gorgeous with everything I made!
Well worth the money!
Loved the class!
Udaya Pillutla•
Jan 2021
She was very knowledgeable about the subject.She explained the facts and all information necessary. She let us do the practical by ourselves.She was so helpful and encouraging to the facts we need to know about candle and soap making and the insights of the market.
Had a great time.
Sally Janjgava•
Jan 2021
Great class! All materials were provided, many different candles were made. Workshop itself was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Teacher was amazing! Can see her passion for candles and teaching is more than just business. She was very welcoming and open for any questions. Highly recommend this class.
Allison Palmer•
Jan 2021
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Our teacher was friendly and very helpful. She had a cheery attitude and was very knowledgeable. All materials provided were of a high quality and the class was good value for money
Shilpi Sanghvi•
Dec 2020
An amazing class by a most wonderful teacher Though I did the class in a group setting, there was lot of individual attention given.
Amgie Singh•
Dec 2020
3 ClassBento workshops attended
I really enjoyed this class, the instructor was so knowledgable and friendly, she let us work in our own time, being patient with us. She was really great at explaining, the space was nice, spiritual the whole experience was therapeutic.
Anuradha Patil•
Dec 2020
What an experience Always wished to make my own candles and this workshop made my wish come real. Shiree is an amazing teacher and makes the whole learning an easy and fun experience. Making soaps, comes as a bonus with this. A small photo shoot session in the studio makes it a complete experience.
100% value for money
Devina Prasad•
Nov 2020
A excellent session with a beautiful lady! I walked in not knowing a great deal about candle and soap making and walked out with all sorts of information, helpful tips and tricks, candles/ soap and also made a new friend, bonus!
Cherie is an excellent teacher and a wonderful person - very happy to have attended this class and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning to make candles/ soaps.
Thank you Cherie!
Karen Newham•
Nov 2020
From the moment we arrived to the time we left armed with our beautiful creations, it was good vibes, smiles, laughter and ZEN! Made pillar candles, bees wax, tea light and container candles, beautifully scented! Soaps were easy to make and divine to look at - who knew we were so talented? LOL! Had a ball and highly recommend! Shiree is fabulously talented, patient and cannot wait to do another course with her! Thanks
Karla Aguilera•
Nov 2020
Absolutely fantastic Shiree is a bubbly , sweet ,very friendly lady who makes you feel welcome and right at home . She explains everything in simple to understand terms provides everything you need for your lesson and more , she's very generous with materials and knowledge definitely great value for money I did not expect to do as much as I did Next time I'm booking a private lesson to advance on what I've learned on this workshop. More than recommending this class if you thinking of candle making Shiree is your lady .
Amy Rakowski•
Oct 2020
My sister had wanted to do a candle making workshop for a really long time so for her birthday I brought her here. I found this workshop online through ClassBento and was gravitated towards it because it sounded like we would learn a lot, get to take home more candles than other workshops and also got to make soap. I am so pleased I chose this workshop in the end. For all those reasons it was great! Our host was so friendly, warm, inviting and informative. The room is clean, modern, comfortable and smells amazing! She made the tasks really easy to learn and do. It was a delightfully calm and creative morning and I HIGHLY recommend everyone to do a workshop here.
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