Candle Making Workshop: Fragrant Soy Candles

Burleigh Heads candle making workshop at Messy Moo. Create two hand-poured soy candles.



2 hours Location Burleigh Heads Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 6 to 30   $79 (Afterpay available)

This Soy Candle Making Workshop is a guided creative experience where you’ll learn how to make high-quality soy candles from start to finish.
During the session, you’ll learn about different wax blends and what they’re used for, as well as how to select the correct wick size for the vessel you’re using. You’ll be supported step-by-step as you work with soy wax, fragrances, and wicks in a calm and welcoming studio environment.
This workshop is well-suited to:
Friends and social groups
Couples and date experiences
Birthday parties
Hen’s parties
Teens and adults who enjoy hands-on creativity
What’s Included
2-hour guided workshop
Materials to make two soy candles
Large fragrance selection
All tools and equipment provided
Creative guidance throughout
Two completed soy candles to take home on the day
Suitability & Important Information
Suitable for beginners
Suitable for teens and adults
All materials included
BYO drinks welcome
(Glassware and wine buckets with ice provided)
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Secure your place and enjoy a relaxed candle making experience in Burleigh Heads — spaces are limited.

Upcoming dates for Candle Making Workshop: Fragrant Soy Candles

Times are Brisbane time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 5:08am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

5 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 29 Nov 2026.

  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Sun 8 Nov 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Wed 18 Nov 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sun 29 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
What you'll get
  • 2 soy candles
  • Variety of fragrances to choose from
  • Learn how to determine the correct size wick and how different candles require specific waxes
  • Crystals and botanicals to add that level of luxury to your candles
  • Written instructions so you can make them from home
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Knowledge required
This workshop is suitable for pre-teens to adults. No previous experience is required.
What to bring
Any drinks and nibbles that you may want, we provide glasses and silver wine buckets for those wanting to relax and sip.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

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

Location

Messy Moo - Shop 3/1 Kortum Drive, Burleigh Heads QLD

Candle Making Workshop: Fragrant Soy Candles location
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Recent reviews of Candle Making Workshop: Fragrant Soy Candles

  • 5/5 from Margie Jackson, attended Sep 2026: This was an excellent experience, very clean tidy space and well prepared with plenty of choice for candle vessels and scents. Carol was a friendly and very knowledgeable teacher who was happy to share her knowledge.
  • 5/5 from Claudia de La Vega, attended Aug 2026: Good afternoon with Karen!!!, Learning how to make candles!! Thank you
  • 5/5 from Louella Cooper, attended Aug 2026: My daughter and I spent our afternoon making candles! What a lovely day! Under the expert guidance of Caroline, we learned about waxes and wicks, colour and composition, finishing with 2 complete candles that we took home. We highly recommend both Caroline and the Meraki Connection - this won't be our last workshop.
  • 5/5 from Krystal Bellman, attended Aug 2026: Carolin was amazing. Kind. Helpful and had beautiful energy. Cant wait to do another class with her. Krystal and Sahrya
  • 5/5 from Monique, attended Jun 2026: This was such a fun activity. Our teacher Carolyn was so knowledgeable and made the process so easy and achievable even for an amateur craft person. The end result was two beautiful candles. Would highly recommend this class
  • 5/5 from Karen Dobozy, attended Jun 2026: Carolyn was so lovely and made everything very easy. Huge range of fragrances and colours to choose from for your candles - very happy with the end result candles to take home. It was for a birthday celebration so we brought some cake to share while waiting for the candles to set. Very highly recommended - we will be back to try another craft workshop - maybe the resin boards next time!
  • 5/5 from Jo Mitchell, attended May 2026: Such fun!! Experts now xx
  • 5/5 from Lisa Barnes, attended Apr 2026: A lovely class with a kind, thoughtful teacher. It was well-paced and clear, with a relaxed, supportive vibe. The beautiful candles were a gorgeous take away!
  • 5/5 from Catharina Lundh, attended Apr 2026: Had a great afternoon making candles - Carolyn was a great ‘teacher’! Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Melanie Stevens, attended Apr 2026: Candle making was an enjoyable experience our teacher was very friendly & knowledgeable and I loved the end product I got to take home. I look forward to trying another creative class. It is a very spacious venue with lots of natural light.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Jackson, attended Mar 2026: A lovely mother and daughter experience, with two gorgeous candles to each take home. A great variety of fragrances to choose from, along with different containers. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Laura Walmsley, attended Dec 2025: We thoroughly enjoyed our intimate candle making class and are thrilled with our candles.
  • 5/5 from Melissa Bateson, attended Oct 2025: Great teacher with a great class. Beautiful end product! Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Aby Foster, attended Aug 2025: Fabulous relaxed and fun afternoon with the bonus of gorgeous candles to take home. This was a birthday gift and couldn’t be happier. Will absolutely be back for more classes in this lovely location with a wonderful instructor.
  • 5/5 from Jane Tuckett, attended Aug 2025: Get experience and leant a lot about making candles. Caroline was very informative and patient. Husbands even enjoyed it. Would like to do more classes at Burleigh Heads.
  • 5/5 from Tamara-Jade Hawkins-Basic, attended Jun 2025: Carolyn was absolutely wonderful! She is very knowledgeable and patient, and gave really straight forward and hands on instructions. I definitely recommend this class to anyone curious about trying a new hobby or even a cute date with your loved one!
  • 5/5 from Stefan Maechler, attended Jun 2025: It was fun to do as a date day
  • 5/5 from Juanita Allen, attended May 2025: Fun and informative
  • 5/5 from Craig Hamilton, attended Apr 2025: Carolyn runs a relaxed and well informed workshop passing on all relevant information for continuing candle making after the introductory workshop.
  • 5/5 from Judy Collins, attended Feb 2025: Yes easy to get card. Great class. Teacher very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • 5/5 from Marnie Marie Ryan, attended Feb 2025: Brilliant morning making candles with an amazing instructor. So much incredible information and lots of laughs. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Dinah Palmer, attended Jan 2025: A great informative class - I had lots of fun making soy candles with my granddaughters
  • 5/5 from Natalie Davis, attended Dec 2024: We all had such a wonderful time with Carolyn making our scented candles!! She walked us through it step by step & the whole morning was so relaxed & fun!!
  • 5/5 from Meridyth McKenzie, attended May 2024: This was so fantastic to attend Our instructor is lovely so personal So great at explaining everything From printed hand outs to personal assistance I would gladly recommend this class to everyone So very glad I attended today
  • 5/5 from Ryan Floyd, attended May 2024: I arranged for my wife and her friends for a group Mother’s Day idea. They really enjoyed the class and was good value for money
  • 5/5 from Nina Rønning, attended May 2024: Great workshop, lovely teacher. I went alone, but felt really included. Many fragrances and colours to choose from.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Halliday, attended Apr 2024: I booked this workshop on Anzac day for my mother and I to attend. I was so happy that this was available on a public holiday so I could spend the time with my mother who lives interstate. The workshop itself was fun, I learn a lot about how to make candles and what to do and not do. I highly recommend this as a fun experience for either yourself, or a group of friends. We were allowed to bring our own drinks and food which is helpful especially if you have allergies or preferences.
  • 5/5 from Retha Bezuidenhout, attended Apr 2024: We had a lovely time at the candle making workshop. The venue was perfect and the teacher very knowledgeable. Now we can make our own fragrant soy candles. Easy as!
  • 5/5 from Yvone Faber, attended Apr 2024: Really enjoyed the class. the venue was really good. Materials was exceptional and learned to make soy candles the teacher was exceptional in her explanations and help. Will definitely do another class.
  • 5/5 from Melanie Bienke, attended Feb 2024: Lovely studio and an easy to find location. We enjoyed this class and keen to try the other classes.
  • 5/5 from Nichola Hamilton, attended Feb 2024: 5 star This class was brilliant, the teacher taught wonderfully and I came home with two amazing candles. Fully recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Sonia, attended Jan 2024: Lovely teacher and beautiful studio., we thoroughly enjoyed our first candle making experience and learnt a lot
  • 5/5 from Abigail Jamieson, attended Jan 2024: Carolyn was fantastic at teaching us all bout making our Soy Candles. The class was small which was fantastic for asking lots of questions and getting lots of attention! I can’t wait to light my candles.
  • 5/5 from Belinda Parish, attended Dec 2023: Wonderful day out, chilled environment that’s both educational and enjoyable! The candles smell amazing and we are really thrilled with what we made. The facilitator is a wonderful person and very knowledgeable.
Your teacher

Messy Moo
Messy Moo

4.9 (180)
female Women-owned

Nestled in the heart of beautiful Burleigh Heads, Messy Moo (formerly The Meraki Connection) invites you to slow down, get creative, and make something truly special. Choose from a range of inspiring arts and crafts workshops — from hat burning, soy candle making, and Turkish lamps, just to name a few — each led by talented and passionate artists who will guide you step-by-step through the creative process.
Craft your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece — a meaningful keepsake to treasure long after your holiday ends. We also offer private group workshops, perfect for friends, families, or work teams looking for a unique and memorable experience.
Whether you’re sharing the experience with others or enjoying a solo creative escape, our studio offers the perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and artistic discovery.
Book your workshop today and uncover a vibrant, hands-on side of the Gold Coast you’ll always remember.

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