The Cutest Candle Making Shop - Hagerstown, MD
I had the most wonderful experience making soy candles at Create a Candle in Hagerstown, Maryland! Create a Candle is owned by the sweetest married couple, Brittni Perkins-Butler and her husband Troy Butler Jr. They were so warm and welcoming, and the shop was designed so thoughtfully.
About Brittni and Troy
The masterminds behind Create a Candle are both extremely knowledgeable and take their weekend side hustle very seriously. Brittni is a Towson University art history alumni, who has lots of experience in the art world. From working at a museum and radio station, to interior designing, she makes your experience at Create a Candle fun and comfortable. Troy also has artistic knowledge and a background in customer service.
They opened Create a Candle at 9 Public Square Hagerstown, MD a little over two years ago, and have had great success with their small business! Their shop is open for classes from Thursday until Sunday and hours vary depending on the day.
Candle Making Process
When booking a class with Brittni and Troy, you can expect to leave with a beautiful, homemade candle, and a full heart from their incredible hospitality.
You do not pay upfront when booking online because prices are depended on the jar and amount of wax you use. Prices range from $20- $45 per person. I paid $70 total for two candles (including tip)!
The first step in the candle making process is choosing the perfect jar. Troy and Brittni have a large range of candle jars to choose from, including some handmade pieces from local artists around the area. I chose a 5 oz handmade Christmas jar for $30 and my boyfriend chose a 7 oz handmade jar for $35.
At your table, each guest is provided a tray of all the essentials for candle making, including a cooling rack, scent cup, spoon, scale, and wick holder.
After choosing your perfect jar, you begin the tough process of picking a scent. They have a great selection of fragrances, and at Create a Candle it is encouraged that you take your time to find the perfect scent or combinations of scents. Since I was leaning into the Christmas spirit, I went with a mix of mountain pine and sandalwood!
Each candle comes marked with a fragrance and wax amount for your convenience, so you don’t over or under do either. I took my time when measuring my scents so that I had the mix to my liking. After adding the wax and scent to the candle, you give it a good stir and then it’s time for decorating!
Decorating was by far my favorite part of the experience. I added dried flowers and glitter for a little pizzazz! You can also add some color to your candle using dye, but I decided to keep it neutral.
After your candle is decorated to your liking, the fun doesn’t end quite yet! You must wait at least 3o minutes to let the candle set before taking it home. Brittni and Troy created a cozy waiting room stocked with complementary snacks and coffee for their customers. This break is also the perfect time to wander around the shop and check out all of the other things their sweet little store has to offer.
You can create your own charm bracelet, shop (or make your own) room scents like reed diffusers and room sprays, or browse art made by local artists!
Rules
After your appointment, it is important to let your candle set for at least 48 hours before burning. This will ensure that the candle is cured, allowing fragrance oils to completely bind with the wax for a stronger scent. Waiting will create a better, longer and more even burn quality.
History of Candle Making
According to the National Candle Association, candles have been used as a source of light and celebration for over 5,ooo years. The first candles were used by the Ancient Egyptians from melted animal fat and the core of reeds.
The ancient Romans were credited for creating the first wicked candle using melted tallow or beeswax to light their homes, aid in night travel, and during religious ceremonies.
Early Chinese candle wicks were used with rice paper and their wax was collected from a combination of an indigenous insects and seeds. Japanese candle waxes were extracted from tree nuts!
Final Thoughts on Create a Candle
When your candle burns through, don’t worry about it being gone. You can take your cleaned jar back to the store and refill it with the same, or different scent, for a 30% discount! Brittni let us know that scents are seasonal, so she suggested coming back around February for some sweet Valentine’s Day scents.
I absolutely recommend going to Create a Candle and supporting these two lovely owners. You cannot find candle making prices like theirs anywhere else. It is the perfect date idea with your significant other, or with the girls! The next time I go, I am bringing my closest friends and sister, so they can experience the magic of candle making!
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