Behind the Wick: A Private Candle-Making Atelier at Southdale Center

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Behind the Wick: A Private Candle-Making Atelier at Southdale Center

A three-hour private workshop from T.S. Home Studio where groups craft personalized, soy-wax candles with guided scent blending and full materials provided.

Behind the Wick: A Private Candle-Making Atelier at Southdale Center.

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Location
Edina
Operator
T.S. Home Studio
Category
Events
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set inside T.S. Home Studio at Southdale Center, this private candle-making experience unfolds as a relaxed, three-hour gathering in a dedicated store space where guests select vessels, explore curated scents and, under expert direction, pour their own candles to take home.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CRAFT

Curated Vessels and Bespoke Scents

Each participant selects from a curated collection of vessels and is invited to explore Signature, Seasonal, or custom fragrance blends with guidance from a Scent Consultant.

THE PROCESS

Guided, Hands-On Making

A class lead and scent specialist lead step-by-step instruction while guests pour candles using premium wood wicks and high-quality fragrance oil into an elegant 14oz vessel provided for each attendee.

THE CELEBRATION

Private Event with Extras

Booked as an exclusive three-hour party, the private experience includes materials for up to 12 guests (with additional guests available), an in-store shopping discount, and an optional celebratory bottle add-on to mark the occasion.

What the day feels like

What It Feels Like

The studio session moves at a social pace: choose your vessel, nose through scent options, work with a Scent Consultant to blend or select a fragrance, and then pour under the class lead’s direction. After the pour, the remainder of the three-hour booking is reserved for relaxing, socializing and shopping the studio’s selections.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this experience.

1
Private Groups & PartiesDesigned for private bookings, the format suits groups reserving the studio for a dedicated three-hour session; base pricing covers up to 12 guests with options for additional attendees.
2
Families with Older ChildrenAppropriate for family outings provided participants meet the age guideline of 10 and up, allowing older children to engage in hands-on scent selection and candle pouring.
3
Creative BeginnersNo prior experience is required, and the guided format with a Scent Consultant and class lead makes it accessible for first-timers.
4
Small Corporate or Social CelebrationsThe private, bookable nature of the event appeals to small team-building sessions or intimate celebrations, with capacity scaled between 12 and 24 guests depending on booking choices.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

No specialized gear is required; the studio supplies vessels, premium wood wicks, soy wax and fragrance oils so guests can arrive ready to participate without prior materials.

Included Materials

Each booking includes a 14oz vessel per guest (larger vessels available at extra cost), a premium wood wick, wick clip and wick sticker, 100% natural soy wax and high-quality fragrance oil.

Experience Style

This is a hands-on, instructor-led studio workshop held in the store’s private event space—expect guided, seated making and time afterward to socialize and shop.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the private candle-making event?

The private event is three hours in total.

What is the base cost and guest capacity?

The base cost is $600 and includes up to 12 guests; additional guests may be added at $45 per person up to a maximum of 24 guests.

What’s included for each guest?

Each guest receives an elegant 14oz vessel (larger vessels available for extra cost), a premium wood wick, wick clip, wick sticker, 100% natural soy wax, and high-quality fragrance oil.

Can I add a celebratory drink to the booking?

Yes—add a 750ml bottle of TÖST or TÖST Rosé for $10 during booking.

How do I reserve a date and pay?

Provide your preferred start time during checkout; a 30% deposit will hold the date and be applied to the final balance, or you may pay in full at booking. The final balance is due one week before the event.

Is prior experience required to participate?

No prior experience is required—the session is guided by a class lead and Scent Consultant to ensure a seamless experience.

Who can I contact for more information?

You can email [email protected] or call (507) 676-3252 for additional details or questions.