Candle Making
What you'll do
Melt, scent, and pour your own candles — then name the scents.
- Gather supplies or book a session.
- Set a loose theme.
- Make something, then swap and add to each other's.
- Display the results somewhere you'll see.
What you'll need
Wax kit, wicks, jars
Make it better
- Gift your creations to each other.
- Recreate it a year later and compare.
- Play music while you work.
Good to know
Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.
Easy to do after bedtime or during nap time.
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