Botanical Blends: A Garden-Inspired Candle Workshop
Saturday, September 19, 2026
2:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Donna Jones of Kiddles Candles
Discover the art of fragrance through a creative experience inspired by the beauty of Harry P. Leu Gardens.
Join Kiddles Candles for an immersive candle-making workshop where nature, creativity, and scent come together. Surrounded by the inspiration of blooming flowers, aromatic herbs, and lush greenery, you'll explore how fragrance can capture a memory, evoke a feeling, and tell a story.
During this hands-on class, guests will create a custom soy candle using a curated fragrance bar featuring botanical-inspired scents. From delicate florals and fresh herbs to bright citrus and grounding woods, you'll learn how to blend fragrances to create a scent that is uniquely your own. As your candle cools, you'll have the opportunity to personalize your creation with optional botanical accents.Whether you're a candle enthusiast, a garden lover, or simply looking for a unique creative outing, this workshop offers a relaxing and rewarding experience for all skill levels.
What You'll Experience
🌿 Explore fragrance families inspired by the natural world
🌸 Learn the fundamentals of fragrance blending and candle making
🍋 Create a custom scent using floral, herbal, citrus, and woodland notes
🕯️ Pour your own premium soy candle
🌼 Personalize your candle with optional botanical embellishments
🌱 Discover the relationship between scent, memory, and nature
✨ Enjoy a relaxing and creative experience in a beautiful garden setting
What's Included
✔ One premium candle vessel
✔ Premium soy wax and cotton wick
✔ Access to our curated botanical fragrance bar
✔ Botanical accents for personalization
✔ Candle care guide
✔ All materials and instruction
✔ Your custom candle to take home and enjoy
Registration includes admission to the beautiful gardens before or after class.
About the Instructor Donna Jones is the founder and maker behind Kiddles Candles, a woman-owned Orlando business known for hand-poured soy candles and fragrance experiences. A former early childhood educator with a passion for creativity and community, Donna combines her love of teaching with the art of candle making to create workshops that are welcoming, engaging, and memorable. Her classes encourage guests to slow down, explore their creativity, and create something meaningful with their own hands. Whether you're attending with friends, family, or simply treating yourself, Botanical Blends offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature through fragrance and creativity.Space is limited. Reserve your spot today and create a candle inspired by the beauty of the gardens. 🌿🕯️
Ages 12 and up. Minors must purchase ticket and be accompanied with a paid adult ticket.
Participants must withdraw from classes at least 5 days prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund or credit. If we must cancel a class, we will make every effort to inform you prior to the class time, and you will receive a full refund or credit.
Only those registered for the class will be permitted in the classroom. Childcare services are not provided.
Photo Description: A cream colored candle in a clear glass container adorned with multiple hues of pink flowers topped with a wood lid.