Beginners Candle Making Course with Afternoon Tea in Bexley London / Kent

This course goes beyond candle making. It teaches you all you need to know to become a competent candle maker. I was looking at courses for ages and so glad I found this one. Thank you Paula, you are a star!

I attended the beginners candle making workshop with Paula. I’m so glad I choose Old Bexley Soap Co. The day was fun, well structured and I learnt so much. I went away inspired and with the confidence to try making my own candles at home. Paula is very knowledgeable and passionate and was more than happy to pass this on to her students. The homemade scones were divine.

I attended Paula's Candle Making Course for beginners on the 6th November, and loved every minute of it! Paula is extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and has an excellent teaching manner. The quality of the products supplied for our use, and quality of what we produced, were excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed the day, finished off with a lovely afternoon tea, and I will most definitely be booking another course in the new year.

Absolutely fascinating course delivered by a lovely lady who is clearly passionate about what she does. Explained every element of candle making right from starting out as a beginner up to if you are considering developing it into a business. Very well thought out day explaining why the individual elements are so important and recommendations of where to buy materials from. Also included a delicious lunch and afternoon tea and catered for vegans.

This was bought as a birthday gift because I wanted to learn how to make candles as a hobby. I truly didn’t appreciate the ‘art’ of making an excellent candle but I feel really confident now that I have the knowledge to start making candles that look and smell amazing and are safe and comply to regulations. Paula’s course is perfect for a hobbyist or someone looking to start a small business. Highly recommended!

I attended the Candle Making workshop with afternoon tea recently and cannot praise Paula enough. I felt the course was more aimed towards those who wanted to start their own business, however I still had such an enjoyable day and have ordered some supplies since to try and recreate the beautiful candles I made on the day. Paula has so much information to give and is very in depth, which is great if you are thinking of this as a side line business or a career. A thoroughly enjoyable day, thank you Paula :)

We went to this candle making course in Bexley by train from London Bridge for a friend’s birthday and had an absolutely fabulous time! The course exceeded our expectations. Paula is very friendly and enthusiastic, and the candles we made are to die for. Shoutout to Paula for providing our friends with a truly unforgettable experience!

Making our own candles was a wonderful activity to do with my friends. The place was welcoming, and Paula was very attentive and offered many tips, you can see her dedication and passion for what she does. We are definitely coming back and highly recommend it!

I couldn't be more pleased with Old Bexley Soap Company candle course. Paula´s knowledge of the candle industry and her helpful advice have made the day so incredibly worth it if you want to learn candle making!. The afternoon tea was amazing. Jan

Paula is a great teacher and always makes things easy to comprehend. This was a fun day learning how to properly make soy candles. I now have 2 delicious smelling candles at home and I’m making my list of ingredients to buy so I can make some more. Thanks again, highly recommend!

I had a really lovely day at the candle making course with Paula. Paula is full of knowledge and I found her advice invaluable. Paula’s warm, relaxed nature brings such a lovely aura to the room. The attention to detail on the day was just perfect down to the lovely afternoon tea which was delicious. I am so looking forward to attending the soap making course in July, keep on doing what you are doing and would highly recommend any of Paula’s courses....Thank you again loved every minute 🥰

Thanks for today Paula. I found the session to be very informative. I came away feeling confident to try this in my spare time and can't wait to get started. Thank you

Thank you Paula for the enormous amount of knowledge you shared with us on Sunday.
The course was very well organised and everything was prepared and waiting for us to start the class. Paula explained the process of the preparation for making candles, the science behind it, what to do and what not to do when you make candles. I thoroughly enjoyed it and got a lot out of it. Thank you Paula!

I had a fabulous day. Very informative course. Paula is very knowledgeable and had a very engaging presentation style. Can't wait to put into practice all that I've learnt.

We had an excellent day learning candle making. Its a lot more complicated than you think so learnt a great deal. Thank you Paula, it was great to see you again. Kindest regards Leila

An absolutely wonderful course! I learned a lot about candle making. I think it is a must-take course for those who are interested in making candles at home as a hobby and gift to friends and family. Thank you Paula I had a fabulous day, your scones are delicious by the way.

Hi thoroughly enjoyed the candle making course on Sunday with the lovely Paula. She was so informative and knowledgeable. Also really helpful and approachable. I went in to the course not knowing a huge amount and was surprised by just how much information I learned over the course of the day. It was such an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon, especially just after coming out of lockdown restrictions. Thank you Paula. I hope to see you for a one to one in the future! X

The candle making course was fantastic!!! Paula was open and honest and explained everything in great detail. She answered everyone's questions and shared her years of knowledge in the group. I came away with so much knowledge about candles and will not look at a candle in the same way again. I have recommended the course to my friends and work colleagues and will be attending the soap making course in the near future once i've crafted my candles.

I was so excited to attend this candle making class and I can attest that it was fantastic. From the set-up, the hall, the course content, refreshments and last but not least, Paula herself. Paula is very, very knowledgeable and this really translated in how she taught and engaged with us. I feel really confident now in being able to make candles from now on. I'd highly recommend this course if you'd like to know the ins and outs of candle making. 10/10!!

I thoroughly enjoyed the Candle Making course with the Old Bexley Soap Co. Paula is an excellent teacher who is very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about her craft. I was very impressed with the candles I came away with and found the process of making them quite relaxing. Unfortunately due to Covid the initial course I was booked on had to be rescheduled, the communication from Paula throughout was excellent and I found the booking process really easy and straightforward.

Paula is simply fantastic. She has a natural gift for teaching and can explain candle making in a memorable and easy to digest way. I had the most fantastic time in her course. I am signing up for her soap making one too. I could not have wished more from this course. 10 out of 10!

Spent a fabulous day in Bexley being taught how to make candles with Paula from
Old Bexley Soap Co. Paula is very knowledgeable and a great teacher too. The Freemantle Hall is a magnificent place and so easy to get to from London by train.
As well as being able to make your own candles, you also enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. I'm not an "arty" person by any stretch of the imagination but due to Paula’s ability to teach, my candles looked perfect.
Wonderful experience and thoroughly recommended.

Had a fantastic time at Old Bexley Soap Co. candle making course, it was very interesting and enjoyable as I have never tried candle making before. Paula is a fantastic host and would recommend this to anyone interested in candles.
Lovely venue and very happy with Paula’s excellent Covid-19 safety measures.
I really want to do her other courses now!

A really relaxed and effective course. This course was exactly what I was looking for. Paula’s course is the place to go for anyone who is serious about candle making, she’s a gem. Paula is a great teacher, a warm host, knowledgeable and patient! Thank you so much for a wonderful day.

I went to the candle making course yesterday and it was absolutely brilliant.

The venue is very light and spacious and easy to find.

Paula is incredible, what she doesn't know isn't worth knowing. The course is so in depth and really informative.

The Afternoon Tea is to die for.

I've already booked a further 2 courses with Paula this morning

You won't be disappointed by this course

I thoroughly enjoyed, the Beginners Candle Making Course. The couese takes place in an accessible venue a few minutes walk from Bexley Train Station, and upon arrival I was impressed with the time and preparation that Paula had taken to create a welcoming environment.
Paula' passion and dedication about candlemaking really makes this course an invaluable learning experience for anyone who wants to learn how to make quality candles for fun. for family and friends, or as a business.
This course is excellent value for money. You are provided with comprehensive handouts and a wonderful lunch.
I would like to express my appreciation to Paula, for creating a quality course, that is insightful and inspirational.

Highly recommended, I learnt so much today on the candle making course for beginners and really enjoyed it. Paula was friendly and explained it all so well. I cant wait to get started with my own candles and hopefully book another course with Paula in the future. Reed diffusers next :)

I attended the beginners candle making course today, wow, I never realised how complicated it was, its a science!! Paula explained it so well and I loved every minute, so much so I have enrolled in the diffuser course and I am very excited!!

I loved this course and its really inspired me to make an effort to do this as a hobby to learn & perfect this craft. I didn't think I'd absorb as much info as I did and I also had no appreciation for the theory behind making a great candle. Paula was friendly, informative, patient & so willing to share her passion. The day flowed very well, just enough to take in and it was a real treat to take time out for me!
I'd highly recommend it :)

I came along to Paula's candle making class with my mum and sister for a nice day out, and we had just that! We came with no plans to start candle making at home afterwards, but just to have an enjoyable day and come away with a couple of lovely homemade candles (which we did!), but we are now thinking we could definitely give candle making a go at home, and make some Christmas presents for family and friends! Paula provided a wealth of information and shared so much experience with us all, but it did not feel at all like we were in a classroom being spoken to, which is a real art! Thanks so much Paula!

This course was great for me as I was just setting up my business. It’s obvious that Paula knows the candle making industry in depth and answered every question with great thought. Paula was very helpful with which wax I should use for my business, explaining the different types and talking about the newest waxes on the market. This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as people already making candles. Not only did I learn a lot from the day, it was also great fun! I’m very fond of the two great smelling candles I made and bought home with me! Lunch was lovely too! I would recommend this course to everyone!

Although I am not new to candle making I thought this was a wonderful course and I learned lots. The set up was great, and Paula was very informative. It covered everything you would need to know as a beginner plus further information should you wish to turn your hobby into a business. On top of this, you are provided with a generous afternoon tea! I had a lovely day all round.

I would highly recommend this course and found it very informative. Paul is a great teacher. I enjoyed the day learning and making candles. The day ended with a lovely afternoon tea.

Had a very informative training session with Paula. The course was structured very well and I really enjoyed myself! The afternoon tea was amazing too. Would highly recommend this course for anyone thinking of doing it, you won’t regret it!

Paula was amazing! I loved every minute of the course. Paula was very detailed and gave us so much information about how to make a candle and everything behind it! thank you so much Paula! Afternoon was good too, sandwiches were not stale and scones were very tasty!!

I cannot praise and recommend this course enough. It’s a must for anyone who wants to become confident in candle making. I learnt so much whilst having fun. I absolutely loved it - what a great day. Thank you Paula and for everyone else who was on the course for making it a great day.

I had an amazing experience at the Candle making course with Paula and the rest of the group! It was a very inviting atmosphere created by a fabulous and warm host, who paid great attention to detail. I learnt so much compared to another course I have previously undertaken and am sure this is exactly what I need to kick-start my candle making business! The course was worth every penny and I'll definitely be back for some of her others!
Only regret is not getting the recipe for the divine afternoon tea!

Excellent introduction to candle making. We had a complete understanding of the process and what is needed to get the candles out there as a small business. Paula is an excellent host and the afternoon tea is just the cherry on the cake for a great experience.

I never imagined that candle making could be so exciting and challenging, the course is full of information and helpful tips.
Paula is clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about the whole process of creating the candles. I was very pleased with the end product which smelt lovely when I lit it. I'd definitely recommend this course and the candles as a product.

I just have to say I loved the course, it was amazing I learnt so much, I feel 10 times more confident about making my own candles. Well worth the money. Emma

Thoroughly recommend this course. I learnt so much and I can’t wait to get started at home. It was great fun and Paula is so friendly. The afternoon tea was fantastic.

A very well organised candle making course with a first class afternoon tea! The course is well prepared, carefully resourced and very inspiring. I had the most relaxing day learning a new skill with a lovely group. I can´t wait to get started at home. Thank you.

If you are serious about candle making look no further, what an experience. I arrived with no knowledge or experience on candle making and came out with a wealth of information and very confident I can make my own candles and start my little candle business.
I would recommend this course 100%.
The afternoon tea we enjoyed at the end was better than most afternoon teas I have tried in London!

I have been wanting to do a candle making course for a while and found this course in Bexley with Paula as the host. She was very friendly and welcoming, as the course is at her home. I have learnt so much from this course and feel much more confident knowing how to make a good and safe candle. Paula gave us a pack to take home which included information for selling candles as well as suppliers lists and how to make the candles we had made on the course. I had a great day and it was nice to meet new people as well. The afternoon tea was lovely and Paula was more than happy to keep making us all tea, coffees etc through out the course. I will definitely recommend this course to anyone who wanted to learn about candles. I am looking forward to starting my journey in candle making. :)

This is the second of Paula's courses I have attended (the first was the soap making which I really enjoyed). Paula is an excellent host and teacher.
The candle making process was explained really well with lots of information re safety, regulations, suppliers etc given.
I really enjoyed making the candles to take home, they look and smell beautiful. Am now looking forward to making my own soy candles.
I totally recommend Paula's courses 100%.

My daughter and I attended Paula's candle making course recently as we both love candles and thought it would be a nice thing to do. What a lovely way to spend 4 hours on a Saturday! Paula provided all of the equipment, ingredients and plenty of information plus lots of tips for making the perfect candle. The day was well paced and relaxed and the afternoon tea was wonderful! I would definitely recommend Paula and this course and look forward to attending other workshops in the future.

A huge thank you to Paula, who was able to give me 1-2-1 tuition on candle making.
A lovely host/teacher.
A lovely environment.
I was impressed with the detailed explanation that was given, and the useful list of recommended suppliers.
I have already made my order and ready to make my natural Soy based candles for family and friends.
I recommend this course to any one who fancies doing something creative for themselves.
I will keep you posted on my progress.
I can’t wait to get making my own brand.
Thanks Paula, you're a gem. :)

The candle making class was amazing. A great and informative session with practical application. Thank you so much Paula for a good time! I’d recommend this course to everyone!

I had a fantastic time at this workshop, it was fun and dynamic.
Paula’s detailed explanations and clarity made candle making so easy to understand. She even gave us a list of the best UK suppliers for candle making so when I arrived home I bought all the ingredients she suggested. I can’t wait to make my own soy candles. Thank you Paula!
I recommend this workshop 100%.

Paula is very knowledgeable with soywax candles. The workshop was in her home, which also made it fun as you have your tea (or coffee) and get introduced to candle making. And then you can do your own two candles with the fragrance of your choice. Really enjoyed it and glad I booked her coures.

I enjoyed earning how to make soy candles and blend fragrances. Paula is an excellent host who explained the process in easy to understand steps.