Soy Candle Making Class with High Tea

Learn how to make custom soy wax candles for your home in Samford Brisbane + High Tea



2.5 hours Location Highvale Class size 1 to 20 guests   $130 - $145 (Earlybird price of $135 applies if you book into a public session 30+ days ahead, otherwise $145 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $135/guest for 3+ guests, $130/guest for 10+ guests) (Afterpay available)

Discover how to create personalised, botanical soy candles in Highvale led by Michelle See. Michelle is considered the queen of handmade and because of her own corporate background the go-to for corporate events.
Michelle also understands NDIS requirements and loves to have NDIS participants and carers in her workshops.
In this casual and fun class, you will learn how to make your own DIY soy candles from home, and explore all of the basics of this relaxing activity, so that you and the entire family can enjoy floral fragrances for hours and hours.
Michelle will also offer you her tried and tested mosquito repellent candle recipe. Unlike other insect repellants, this candle has a pleasant, aromatic fragrance and calming scent.
What you'll learn:
  • Benefits of soy wax and safety tips you need to know before working with soy wax plus a bonus recipe to make your mosquito-repellant candles.
  • Step-by-step instructions, demonstration and hands-on practice.
  • Covering why we are using soy wax and the correct wick calculations and the science behind these choices.
  • How to add fragrance oils to your candles the correct way.
  • Leave with an understanding of the different types of colours available to add to your soy wax.
You will then learn how to make your own soy wax botanical candle to take home. It will be made with a natural blend of soy wax and organic floral essential oils.

Upcoming dates for Soy Candle Making Class with High Tea

Times are Brisbane time. Dates and prices as of 22 Oct 2026, 12:11pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 12 Dec 2026 and 12 Dec 2026.

  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 10:30am-1pm
What you'll get
  • Everything needed to make your own choose either one large candle or two smaller candle jars.
  • A delicious high tea.
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Knowledge required
Beginners to intermediate.
What to bring
Just a willingness to have fun.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Food Thermometer ($10)
  • Upgrade add an extra candle ($79)
  • Upgrade add candle care kit 2pce ($55)
  • Upgrade to a botanical candle kit for use later ($95)
  • Upgrade to add Massage Candle workshop (same day) ($95)
  • Upgrade to add Xmas candle kit to use later ($95)
  • Add candle jug for stove top ($35)
  • Add candle jug for microwave ($35)
  • Upgrade to add Pudding candle kit to take home ($95)
  • Upgrade to add Pudding Candle Workshop (same day) ($145)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Highvale, QLD

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Recent reviews of Soy Candle Making Class with High Tea

  • 5/5 from Ann Smith, attended Jul 2026: Excellent instructions on the do's and don'ts. Thanks Michelle for a fun morning and wonder High Tea. I look forward to doing another class.
  • 5/5 from Kylie Read, attended Feb 2025: Michelle was wonderful, very knowledgable and kind. She was well prepared and made our time very relaxing.
  • 5/5 from Marli de Waal, attended Aug 2024: Michelle was a wonderful host and the food was delicious. Would definitely recommend the class!
  • 5/5 from Jodi Lynelle, attended May 2023: I really enjoyed today’s candle making class. Michelle is a wonderful teacher and host. I would highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Peta Houston, attended Jun 2022: Michelle was a lovely and very informative teacher. The other ladies in the group were also lovely. We made the most beautiful candles with crystals and wonderful fragrances and left with something to be really proud of. Michelle treated us to Hi Tea! Do yourself a favour and book in to this relaxing day, I'm sure you will enjoy it too.
  • 5/5 from Janette Zlamal, attended Jun 2022: Michelle was lovely, class content was great and it was a lot of fun. Thanks!
  • 5/5 from Melissa Martin-Espada, attended Nov 2021: Michelle was so lovely and so knowledgeable. Her class was fun, and the high tea was delicious. Great for a a girls day.
  • 5/5 from Marie-Lise Theys, attended Sep 2021: Great teacher, happy to share and made it do easy. Great time! Highly recommended great venue.
  • 5/5 from Charlie Thomas, attended Aug 2021: Loved this class, my daughter is with NDIS and she came home smiling and cant wait to make more candles. Thank you for being such a great teacher.
Your teacher

Michelle See
Michelle See

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female Women-owned

Michelle See's diverse career spans more than three decades, defined by entrepreneurial drive, creative innovation, and unshakable resilience. Beginning her professional life at just 15 as a hairdresser and beauty therapist, Michelle’s journey has been one of continuous reinvention.
After starting a family, she transitioned into retail, successfully running her own stores. Her instinctive flair for marketing soon saw her advising other small businesses on branding, customer engagement, and sales strategy—always backed by real-world experience.
Michelle’s business acumen reached new heights when she became CEO of a direct marketing company. Over 12 years, she transformed it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise operating across three countries and employing more than 300 staff.
Her career was dramatically interrupted by serious health challenges that led to early retirement. During her recovery—following extensive surgeries—Michelle sought out natural, toxin-free alternatives to personal care and household products. Inspired by her grandmother’s “old-school” homemaking wisdom, this period sparked a new chapter of creativity and purpose.
Today, Michelle channels that passion into craft and product-making workshops held at her Brisbane-based studio, where she teaches everything from handmade skincare to preserves and upcycling. Through her popular TikTok channel, which now boasts over 46, 000 followers, Michelle shares DIY projects, wellness tips, and traditional skills with a modern twist—proving that sustainability and beauty can go hand in hand.
Despite ongoing health challenges, Michelle continues to inspire through her semi-retired life on an acreage property with her husband. Her story is one of reinvention, grounded in purpose and authenticity—showing that with adaptability and heart, it’s never too late to begin again.

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