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BECOME AN EDINBURGH LADY - CREATE YOUR OWN CANDLES AND ENJOY A DELICIOUS AFTERNOON TEA

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To the Candle heaven

Edinburgh 

SCOTLAND 

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Embark on a half-day of beautiful and delicious art. Discover the secrets of crafting delicate candles. Following this creative endeavor, indulge in an exquisite afternoon tea, elevating your senses with a spread of champagne, delightful treats and aromatic teas. Immerse yourself in a world of decadence, luxury, and indulgence, where every moment is a treat for both the artist and the connoisseur in you.

 

Candle-making workshop

Make your own candles and bring home with you the smell of Scotland!

Unleash your artistic spirit and learn the timeless craft of creating beautiful, customized candles. Our hands-on workshop is designed for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, promising an immersive and delightful experience.

Bring home with you not just a candle, but one container candle, two tea light candles, one wax decoration, and one seasonal candle.

 

1. Introduction to Candle Making:

Dive into the basics of candle making, exploring various wax types and wicks. Gain insights into proper and safe handling of materials. Our expert instructors will guide you through the essential techniques to ensure you leave with a solid foundation.

 

2. Extensive Fragrance

Elevate your candle-making experience by selecting your candle scent from more than 30 options. Remember, smells have the power to evoke memories, so your candles will not only be decorative, but will also enable you to bring a bit of Scotland with you.

 

3. Decorative Techniques:

Embrace your creativity!  Whether it's incorporating dried flowers, adding texture, or experimenting with layers, you'll leave with candles that are not only functional but also stunning works of art.

 

Afternoon tea

After your workshop, a taxi will pick you up to bring you to an exquisite afternoon tea at the Signet Library, an elegant Georgian Tea salon just off the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Enjoy a glass of champagne. Discover an extensive selection of delicate teas.  Discover the finest seasonal ingredients in their sandwiches, delectable savouries and decadent cakes served on bespoke silver tea stands.

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Inclusions :   

  • Candle making art workshop 

  • One container candle, two tealight candles, one wax decoration and one seasonal candle

  • Afternoon Tea at the Signet Library with a glass of champagne

  • Taxi from your hotel to the candle art workshop

  • Taxi from the candle art workshop to your afternoon tea

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Price: 

  • 1 guest - £172 per person

  • 2 guests - £147 pp

  • 3 guests - £139 pp

  • 4 guests - £135 pp

  • 5 guests - £132 pp

  • 6 to 12 guests - £129 pp

 

Note that

  • All guests must be over 12 and under 18s must be with an adult

  • If the Signet Library is not available, we will offer you an afternoon tea on the Fingal, a luxury boat in Leith

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Dress code: 

Wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes. Cloaks, and kilts are of course welcome! 

Raincoats or umbrellas are recommended. 

 

What to bring with you? 

Bring your confirmation, in your phone or printed to be checked by the guide  

 

Meeting point: 

Your hotel

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Workshop times: 

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Friday 10am-12pm

Saturday 1pm, Sunday 1pm

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