DRAPER WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Hand‑pour a signature candle at The Wick Lab — choose, blend and cast your scent in Draper
A 45–60 minute, hands‑on studio workshop at The Wick Lab where you choose up to three fragrances from a 100‑sample wall and hand‑pour a candle using 100% soy wax.
Hand‑pour a signature candle at The Wick Lab — choose, blend and cast your scent in Draper.
Adventure brief
Hand‑pour a signature candle at The Wick Lab — choose, blend and cast your scent in Draper
At The Wick Lab in Draper you make a candle from start to finish: explore a 100‑fragrance wall, select and blend up to three scents, set your wick and hand‑pour your creation into a chosen container using 100% soy wax and premium fragrance oils in a welcoming studio environment — flameless options are available.
Unleash your creativity at The Wick Lab in Draper, Utah, where candle making transforms into a personalized and artistic experience. This hands-on workshop allows you to craft your own candle from start to finish, selecting from over 100 fragrances to create a scent blend uniquely yours. Using 100% soy wax, you'll hand-pour your candle, gaining insight into the art and science behind each step. The welcoming studio atmosphere encourages experimentation and learning, making it perfect for individuals, couples, or small groups looking for a distinctive activity. Whether you're seeking a creative outlet, a meaningful gift, or simply a relaxing pastime, this candle-pouring experience provides a memorable way to engage with your senses and leave with a beautiful, handcrafted candle. Located conveniently in Draper, it's an ideal stop while exploring Utah’s Wasatch Front area, combining artistry with a touch of local charm.
Route Schematic
Studio Itinerary
A step‑by‑step sequence in the Draper studio from arrival to finished product.
Check‑In
Arrive and check in with the chandlers so the team knows you’re ready to begin.
Fragrance Wall
Explore the fragrance wall, take a candle from the wall to smell and note your favorites on the provided clipboard.
Pick a Container & Curate
Select a container, then work with chandlers to choose up to three fragrances and decide the ratios for your blend.
Set, Stir, Pour & Label
Set your wick, mix oils with soy wax, pour into your container, then decorate or name the label; candles are left to set and collected per the studio’s pick‑up guidelines.
The activity is a hands‑on indoor workshop; the studio retains poured candles to cure and strongly encourages pick‑up on another day. Availability and pick‑up rules can affect scheduling.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hand‑poured from start to finish
Every step is yours: set the wick, mix your chosen fragrance oils into 100% soy wax, stir and pour into a container you selected — with chandlers on hand to guide the process.
A wall of 100 fragrances to curate
The studio’s fragrance wall showcases 100 scents; you can sample freely, note favorites, then choose up to three oils to blend into a truly unique fragrance.
Cure, collect or ship your creation
After pouring the studio holds candles to set for best results; pick‑up on another day is strongly encouraged, same‑day pick‑up may be possible under qualification, and flat‑rate domestic shipping is available.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The flow is direct and tactile: check in with the chandlers, roam the fragrance wall and jot favorites, choose a container, work with the staff to curate up to three oils, set your wick and drip oils to taste, blend oils with 100% soy wax, pour, label the jar as you like and arrange pick‑up or shipping while the candle cures.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this one‑to‑one, hands‑on workshop.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour; total time depends on your product selection and how quickly you choose fragrances.
Meet at The Wick Lab, 217 N. 12300 S. (STE. J2), Draper, Utah 84202 for check‑in to begin your session.
The studio holds poured candles to set; pick‑up on another day is strongly encouraged. Same‑day pick‑up may be possible in some cases; domestic shipping is available at a flat rate for up to four candles.
Availability is published 90 days in advance. Note that tax‑exempt buyers must submit required forms at least 48 hours before a visit, and gift cards cannot be used for online bookings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the candle‑making session take?
Estimate 45 minutes to 1 hour; actual duration depends on product selection and how decisive you are in choosing fragrances and options.
Can I pick up my candle the same day?
The studio strongly encourages pick up on another day so candles can properly set; customers unable to return may qualify for same‑day pick up under certain conditions—see the studio’s FAQ page for qualification details.
What happens if I don’t pick up my candle?
You have 14 days from the day you poured to pick up your candle; items left longer than 14 days are considered abandoned and entered into the Adopt‑A‑Candle Program, with proceeds going to a local charity.
Do you offer shipping?
Yes — the studio offers flat‑rate domestic shipping for up to four candles.
How do tax‑exempt purchases work?
Organizations eligible for tax‑exempt transactions must complete and sign the TC‑721 or TC‑721‑G form and email it to [email protected] at least 48 hours prior to their visit; tax will not be waived without this form.
Can I use a gift card to book online?
No — gift cards cannot be used for online bookings at this time.
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