Beeswax candle workshop in Angers: make your own candles with a Master Candlemaker

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A scent of honey. A wick dipped, again and again, into the hot wax. A candle taking shape under your fingers.

At Helya, we offer a beeswax candle-making workshop in Angers , designed for those who want to slow down and create with their hands. In two hours, you'll learn the traditional techniques of candle making. You'll leave with your own 100% natural candles.

No experience is needed. Just the desire to understand the subject matter.

Participants à un atelier créatif de fabrication de bougies à L'Oisellerie, Angers

Why make beeswax candles?

Beeswax is the oldest material used for lighting.

It burns slowly, with a golden flame and a natural honey scent. It contains no paraffin or synthetic fragrance.

At Helya, the wax is 100% French, harvested less than 50 km from Angers . The wicks are made of organic cotton. Nothing is added. This is the raw material you work with during the workshop.

Making your own natural candle also means understanding where it comes from. From the beehive to the flame, each step has meaning.

Pain de cire d'abeille brute, récoltée près d'Angers, avant fonte pour l'atelier bougie

Pot de miel local servi en dégustation pendant l'atelier Helya

Bougies en cire d'abeille faites main, idée cadeau Angers

The schedule for the candle-making workshop

The workshop is led by Camille, founder of Helya and Master Wax Maker . Trained for a year by a beekeeper, she transmits simple and precise know-how.

The welcome and the tasting. We start by tasting the honey. To understand that the wax and the honey come from the same place.
The discovery of wax. Its origin, its properties, why it burns better than vegetable waxes or paraffin.
The dipped candle. The age-old technique: dip the wick into the melted wax, layer after layer, until you obtain a pair of dipped candles .
The braided candle. A more sculptural variation. Two candles worked while still warm to create a unique shape.
The rolled candle. A sheet of embossed wax, hand-rolled around a wick. Quick, heat-free, and always a success.

You leave with 3 candles : a pair of dipped candles, a pair of braided candles and a rolled candle. All in a Helya bag.

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Practical information: location, duration, price


Place	The Birdhouse, Angers
Duration	2 hours
Price	€65 per person, including equipment and candles
Band	Small group, for personalized support
Age	From age 16, or accompanied by a participating adult
Level	Beginner, no experience required

L'Oisellerie is a welcoming place in the heart of Angers, easily accessible. A great activity to do in Angers , alone, with friends or family.

An original gift idea in Angers

Giving a workshop as a gift is giving a moment of joy. And handmade candles as a keepsake. For a birthday, Mother's Day, or an original Christmas gift , a candle-making workshop is a wonderful alternative to those forgotten presents.

The workshop is also suitable for group events: hen parties, outings with friends, team building. For group bookings, please contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to know how to do DIY? No. The steps are simple and you're guided every step of the way. The workshop is designed for beginners.

Is it suitable for children? The workshop is open to those aged 16 and over. Younger children can participate if accompanied by an adult.

What do you need to bring? Nothing. Wax, wicks, and equipment are provided. Just wear something you don't mind getting wax on.

How long do candles last? Beeswax doesn't deteriorate. Over time, a light white film may appear. This is natural and can be easily wiped away with a cloth.