Lavender Candle Making Workshop: Crystal Candles at WICKKA

WICKKA Studio holds its Manifestation Candle Making Workshop upstairs in a quiet shophouse at 261 Lavender Street, #03-01, Singapore 338794. Each session lasts two hours, takes up to 12 people, and costs $58 for the petite MUSE vessel, $78 for the SIGNATURE AURA size or $108 for the large LUNA. The studio opens 11am to 10pm every day except Mondays, by appointment only, with workshop start times at 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm and 8pm.

WICKKA was founded by Megan and Jerald, and the site says the studio celebrates slow living and mindful creativity, rooted in crystal healing and manifestation. The idea of the manifestation candle, it explains, was born from a grandmother's loving ritual of placing crystals by candlelight. The candles themselves are made with natural soy wax and slow-burning wooden wicks that crackle gently, with hand-selected crystals pressed into the surface.

The studio counts more than 2,500 workshops booked. It also uses the space to support small businesses by featuring local creations alongside the candle-making experience, and sells its own lines: ready-made manifestation candles, a room mist range called mistora., crystal cuticle oils and jojoba roll-ons. The site describes the candles as non-toxic and pet- and kid-friendly; the founders call themselves pet parents.

The signature step is what WICKKA calls its crystal buffet. Every workshop includes access to it, along with all materials, equipment and step-by-step guidance. You set an intention, choose a scent, then pick the crystals you want to work with before pouring your candle. The site sums it up in three steps: set your intention, choose your energy, pour your light. No experience is needed, and you take the finished candle home at the end.

Size is the main decision. MUSE, at $58, is described as a petite vessel for meaningful moments and is enough for a first try. SIGNATURE AURA, at $78, is the studio's most-loved size for everyday use. LUNA, at $108, is the statement piece. Prices on the site are shown in dollars without a currency code, and they are Singapore dollar rates. Gift cards are available if you want to send someone else.

Pay attention to the wick when you light the candle at home. WICKKA uses wooden wicks rather than cotton, chosen for a slow burn and a soft crackle that sounds a little like a fireplace. The crystals sit in the top layer of wax and are meant to stay as keepsakes after the candle has burned down. If you liked the result, the studio's ready-made manifestation candles use the same soy wax, wicks and hand-picked stones.

Bookings go through the online system linked from the site, which shows the latest availability for the 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm and 8pm sessions. The workshop runs for two hours, or less if you are quick, according to the FAQ.

Groups of eight or more can reserve the studio for a private session, which is how WICKKA handles its many bachelorettes and birthdays. For couples and friends, the 8pm slot is the one to book after work on a weekday. Since the studio is closed on Mondays, plan weekend visits early, as those are the dates that fill first. The studio can also create a signature scent for an event and ship it for a small fee.

This class is aimed at people who enjoy the ritual side of candle making: choosing a crystal for a goal, writing an intention, then watching the flame. The site pitches it at solo rituals, friend dates, birthdays and team bonding, and one reviewer quoted on the homepage found the studio while shopping for wedding door gifts. The setting is calm and cosy rather than a busy craft hall.

Reviews describe the mood well. One guest quoted on the homepage calls it a calming and cozy experience and says they would 100% do it again, and a Seek Sophie review from January 2026 mentions a good evening at the studio with a partner. That evening atmosphere is the point: dim light, a small group around one table, and no rush to finish within the two hours.

Skip it if crystal healing talk puts you off, because it is woven through every step. People who want to study scent blending will find more depth at Hush Candle in Aljunied, which builds its class around essential oils. Equally, if the budget is tight, Hush's private session starts lower, so compare before you book.

Boon Keng station on the North East Line and Bendemeer on the Downtown Line are both a short walk from this end of Lavender Street. The studio's own description notes that it is surrounded by local arts and cuisine, and the area is a good place to eat before or after a session. Balestier Road, just north, is known for its old-school Chinese bakeries and bak kut teh shops.

For a longer walk, head west along Serangoon Road into Little India, where the shophouses turn brighter and the flower-garland stalls start near the temples. Alternatively, follow Jalan Besar south past rows of pre-war shophouses with hardware shops and newer cafés. Carry the candle upright and out of the sun, since freshly poured soy wax and pressed crystals can shift in the afternoon heat.

When the weekend sessions are full, look at the weekday 11am, 2pm and 4:30pm slots, which suit anyone with a flexible day off. Slow Scent Company in Chinatown makes a similar crystal botanical soy candle in a two-hour class and books open dates by WhatsApp, which is a sensible plan B.

Address: WICKKA Studio, 261 Lavender Street, #03-01, Singapore 338794. Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11am to 10pm, closed Mondays, appointment only. Workshop times: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm and 8pm. Duration: two hours. Prices: MUSE $58, SIGNATURE AURA $78, LUNA $108, all with the crystal buffet. Up to 12 per session; private bookings need eight or more. Email: wickkastudio@gmail.com. Ask Karpo in the Karpo APP for a dinner spot on Balestier Road.