Nestled in Chicago's Printer Row, Embers + Apothecary is more than a candle haven—we're a vibrant hub for your creativity. We specialize in offering hands-on candle making experiences through daily classes and private reservations for friends, families and colleagues.
We are dedicated to providing a unique blend of creativity, community, and unconventional experiences. Our space serves as a welcoming third place—a spot away from work and home, designed for individuals and groups to gather, laugh, date, host parties, and build connections.
What To Expect
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Explore Our Scent Library
Start by exploring our scent wall to pick your favorites.
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Choose Your Vessel
Choose a container for your candle that suits your unique style.
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Blend Your Custom Scent
Blend your selected scents to create a scent that's uniquely yours.
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Pour Your Candle
Make magic when you bring your fragrance, vessel and wax together.
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Keep The Good Times Going
Roll up your sleeves for more fun with the group while your candle sets.
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In January
Glow Up 2025
Light the Way to Your Best Year Yet
Kick off the new year with Glow Up 2025, a creative class to set your intentions and bring them to light. Begin by crafting a custom candle, selecting scents that represent your goals for the year ahead.
As your candle sets, dive into a guided session to reflect on the habits, goals, and values you want to embrace in 2025. Through thoughtful prompts, outline what you want to nurture, release, and achieve. Leave with your candle as a tangible reminder of your intentions, lighting your path to a brighter year.
Perfect for:
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Setting goals
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Finding focus
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Starting 2025 with creativity and purpose
Join us in late December and January for this inspiring class to spark clarity and create a meaningful start to the new year
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In February
Love & Light
Galentine's Candle Making Experience
Kick off Galentine’s Day with Love & Light, a joyful and creative experience celebrating connection and love. Begin by crafting two custom candles in charming heart-shaped vessels, exploring our scent wall with 80 fragrances to design blends that reflect your personality and relationships.​ As your candles set, dive into a lively romcom trivia showdown! Leave with two heartfelt candles—one to keep and one to gift—as glowing reminders of love, laughter, and creativity.
Perfect for:
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Celebrating with friends or someone special
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Sharing thoughtful gifts
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Laughing over romcom classics
Join us this February for Love + Light, the ultimate Galentine’s Day celebration that’s equal parts fun, heartfelt, and unforgettable.