Wax & Willow’s Christmas Votive Candle Workshop
Votive Candle Gift Set – Set of 3
Embrace the magic of the season with our votive candle making workshop, taking place inside the Animal Room at Borde Hill House, beautifully decorated for Christmas.
This relaxed 2-hour experience invites you to create your own bespoke winter wonderland, crafting three votive candles from a selection of enchanting Christmas and winter scents. Whether you prefer the warmth of traditional Christmas spices, fresh winter greenery, or rich seasonal fruits, you’ll leave with a trio of candles designed entirely by you.
Under the expert guidance of Ursula, the founder of Wax & Willow, the session will guide you through the art of candle making, from selecting the perfect wax to understanding fragrance blending, allowing you to create your own personalised votive candles.
Once your candles have set, they’ll be presented in a beautiful white gift box, ready for you to finish with luxurious ribbons and festive embellishments, creating a keepsake that’s perfect for gifting or displaying in your own home throughout the Christmas season.
During the workshop you’ll:
- Create three hand-poured soy wax votive candles.
- Choose your own combination of festive fragrances to create a bespoke Christmas collection.
- Learn the fundamentals of candle making with step-by-step guidance from Ursula, founder of Wax & Willow.
- Discover how fragrance, wax, and wick work together to create beautifully burning candles.
- Package your finished candles in an elegant white gift box, decorating it with luxurious ribbons to create a beautifully finished gift.
While your candles set, relax with tea, coffee, and festive treats in the beautiful surroundings of Borde Hill House.
Whether you’re creating a thoughtful handmade Christmas gift or a beautifully scented collection for your own home, this festive workshop is the perfect way to begin the Christmas season.
Tickets include:
- All materials.
- Three luxury soy wax votive candles.
- A choice of premium Christmas fragrances.
- White gift presentation box.
- Luxury ribbons and finishing touches.
- Tea, coffee, and festive refreshments.
- Garden admission so that you can explore at leisure following the workshop.
About Wax & Willow
Wax and Willow: Handcrafted Fragrance with a Touch of Nature
Born from a love of home fragrance, Wax and Willow is a small, independent business based in Worthing, West Sussex. Founded by Ursula, a passionate candlemaker, Wax and Willow weaves the love for beautiful scents into every hand-poured creation.
Driven by Inspiration, not Trends: Ursula’s journey began with a desire to fill her home with captivating fragrances. After learning the art of candle making from an Australian chandler, she embarked on a path of experimentation and refinement. Her dedication resulted in a unique range of candles that capture the essence of nature’s beauty throughout the seasons.
From Crisp Autumn Leaves to Spring Blooms: Wax and Willow’s candles are a delightful dance of scents, transporting you to a world of crisp autumn leaves mingling with warm spices or spring blooms bursting with sunshine. Each season inspires a new olfactory adventure.
Recognition and Exclusivity: Ursula’s talent has been recognized by House and Garden magazine, and her creations have graced the shelves of various outlets. She even crafts exclusive ranges for select companies.
Sustainable and Kind: Sustainability and well-being are paramount at Wax and Willow. Ursula prioritizes using only the finest natural ingredients, including ethically sourced soy wax and cruelty-free, vegan-friendly fragrance oils. Every component is meticulously chosen, ensuring a product that is kind to both you and the planet.
Create Your Own Olfactory Experience: Want to learn the art of candle making and create your own signature scent? Ursula offers fun and relaxing workshops where you can explore a selection of seasonal fragrances and craft a candle to enjoy at home.
Discover the Beauty of Wax and Willow: Visit Ursula’s website to learn more about her passion project and explore the captivating world of Wax and Willow fragrances.




