Great experience making candles in Lawrenceville! The candle lab is perfect for a bridal party, birthday party, or any special occasion! First, the party has the opportunity to smell all the different candle scents to decide which ones are your favorite. Second, pick out a holder/base and size for your candle. Third, an employee will help you make your custom candles with the scents you chose! Fourth, you mix the different oils in your candle. Fifth, create a logo for your candle! Lastly, wait an hour for your candle to dry and you are set to go! Overall, the experience was very fun! The store was very busy so the whole process was disorganized at times, but I love the final product!! When you are waiting for your candle to dry you are able to leave the store and grab a drink! read more

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Amazing impromptu date night spot. I had no idea this even existed. Prices range from 17 to 30 or 40 dollars depending on item and size. You can make candles, sugar scrubs, sprays, and so much more!! Also did I mention it's byob. I can only imagine the names given to these fragrances after some drinking!! They even have events held that can be signed up for ahead of time, and can accommodate large parties before you head out for a night on the town!! While your item sets stroll the bars, restaurants, and shops in Lawrenceville just in time to pick up your item and head out!! Great night for a family, friends, or a perfect date night stop in the area. read more

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I always have a great time at The Candle Lab. In my time in Pittsburgh I've been a few times, and it's always pleasant. It is a little pricey for a candle, but I'm all about the experience. From the comments I've read, I must be lucky because there's always a small crowd there when I go. We're able to sit at the bar area and have nice conversation with the host as we try to put smells together. I found out that I'm particularly bad at picking smells, and the staff is alway there to help me articulate what I'm thinking. BYOB is always a plus! Great date place close to the city and there's plenty off food places in close proximity. I will add that usually have fun making the candle then I give it to a friend or family member as a gift. Nothing like having someone experience a smell you've designed (with a little help). read more

We went to the candle lab to celebrate Mother's Day and had such a great time! It's such a cool concept, a great activity to do to spend time together and is run really well. We were greeted when we arrived and provided a clip board and given instructions on the process. They have a wall of candles and scents that you go through, smell and note anything you like. Once you've gone through the scents, the other side of the space has a ton of containers to pick from. Then you head to the bar area. We were instructed to mark our favorite scents and the employees helped decide which would pair together well. Once decided, we made stickers for the bottom of the containers while the employee set up our scents. You can pick up to 3 scents and you pick the ratio and pour the oils into a container. While you are working on that, they fill your container with melted wax. Once you are happy, those oils get dumped into the wax and you stir for a minute. That's it! Our candles were left there to cool and we checked out a local restaurant for lunch. By the time we were done eating, our candles were beautifully wrapped and ready for us to pick up. I was nervous that it would be overwhelming, but it was super easy and fun! The employees were all so friendly and helpful. It's such a great idea and the mother we gifted the experience with really enjoyed it too! read more

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The experience was great. We loved picking out our scents and creating our own concoction and label. After mixing the scent oils, you pour it into the melted wax and give it a stir, then your candle has to sit a while before you can take it home. No worries, there is plenty to explore in the area while you wait. I left thinking it was a 5-star experience, but now that this draft has been sitting for a few months, and I'm halfway down two of the candles I made, the quality of the candle leaves a bit to be desired. They limit you to using 1 oz of fragrance, which translated to a much more subtle scent than store-bought candles. The wick was also not centered, making the burning quite uneven. So, go and have fun, but don't get too many candles. read more

I came here last year while this place was still being built but did not get an opportunity to return until now. They sell soy candles with approx an 80 hour burn time. You can "create" your own candle using scents provided which takes approximately 30 minute but then you have to wait an hour and half for it to set. The cost factor is determined by the size of the jar you wish to use and they vary in size. They still have a special where you purchase three items then you get a fourth free. I didn't have the time to do this so I decided to purchase a pomegranate candle. It smelled so pretty that I could use this in my home. In addition to candles the sell soaps, scrubs and creams by milk and honey. You can sample some of these at their washbasin. I decided to go with a lavender and vanilla hand cream since it wasn't too greasy and had a beautiful scent attached to it. Like most hand creams it will not stay on after you wash your hands. I liked the fact that my candle came with instructions regarding use and care. The lady told me as far as trimming the wick special scissors were not needed. The wick can be torn off for sizing. Keep in mind since these are made of soy these candles will cost you a bit more than you would find at the grocery store or well known candle chains. Next time I'm in the area I'll be sure to stop here first and make my candle and then pick it up later when I'm done with my other errands. They will hold them for you in the back for pickup. They showed my some stickers you can make for your own specialty candle. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Be sure to check out their website if you get a chance since it has more information on it. Their website shows in addition to purchasing candles you can also use them for fundraisers or even plan a party with their merchandise. read more

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A group of friends and I came in during a pretty busy time, but the workers know what they're doing, and they were quick to assist us. This is definitely a cool, trendy place, and it is perfect for a night out with friends or even a date spot. First, you are directed to smell several scents, and to write down the ones you like even if they don't make sense. Next, you consult with a worker to figure out which 3 scents you would like to put in your candle. I chose rain, amber, and rose petals, and it turned out great. You're able to mix the essential oils/scents in a small mixing bowl, and when you fill it to the top, you dump it in the hot wax. From there, you will have an hour to wait for your candle, so I suggest grabbing a bite to eat or going shopping in the meantime. Candle prices range from about $18-$35, but you can also make other products as well! From what I remember you can make body lotions/washes, room sprays, and several other items. If you have a large group of people I would call ahead, but if you are just going with 1 or 2 people you'll have an easy time. read more

Mix Candle Co - Rose petals, rain, and amber. Smelled so good together! - Candle Stores Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

While visiting a friend in Pittsburgh, we quickly realized most of the city seems to shut down on Mondays, which was kind of a bummer because it was the last day of my big birthday trip! Luckily Mix Candle Co was there for us, and I wish I'd gotten the name of the guy helping us because he was awesome. We each ended up making two candles (ginger ale was definitely a fan favorite) and they smell AMAZING. Highly recommended if you want a chill afternoon activity! read more

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WOW I've never seen anything like this and it's right on Butler street I loved the smell when you walk in . You can pick the flavors of candles you would like also they tell you the burn time for the candle that must be a Boring job to figure that out. Also lots of other candle related items to buy. It's a must stop read more

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This place is actually adorable! If you come, you have to try making your own candle. They have a wall of all of the different scents available (there are actually quite a lot, and a huge variety as well). You get to pick up to three scents and then someone will help you with the rest of the process. You also get to design a sticker for it so you remember what scents you chose. If you bring your own container, I believe there is a slight discount. Otherwise, they have a variety of different candle holders to choose from, and they give you an idea of how many hours the candles can burn for. I would definitely recommend this place for parties or a date. It takes about 1.5 hours for the candle to set so you can explore the area or get some food. It's kind of expensive but I feel like the experience makes it worth it! read more

I have now been to the Candle Lab two times! Once with a group of 5 people and another where I rented the space in the back and had a party with 13 other people. Tips: if you want to take your candle home the same day, get there earlier and have it poured by 6pm. Don't go nuts trying to think of the perfect thing to write/draw on your label. They put it on the BOTTOM of the candle. Wow, wish I had known that before! The anxiety! LOL So many decisions! This concept is quite genius and the fact that you can BYOB or have food delivered there is just all the better. You can also bring your own container to have filled if you want! They charge you by the ounce. There is a fee to rent the back space out but it was so much fun and totally worth it. I was able to bring a photobooth as well. My friends arrived around 4pm and got started on their scent selections. After all of our candles were done being poured we went back into the party area and ordered a pizza. We had several bottles of wine and just hung out together for an hour or so. It was a great birthday and my guests were extremely happy. There aren't too many night out/craft type places that I would want to go back and do multiple times... except for this one. ALSO, the BEST part..... the candles smell amazing and actually make the room smell! read more

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Pretty good experience at the Candle Lab for my first time here. Came in the day after Christmas and they were very busy, like double the time to make a candle busy. Despite this, we decided to stay and get to candle making. We were handed clipboards and directed to a wall of scents. There were tons to choose from, so we wrote down our favorites, picked out our glass containers and waited at the counter to start mixing. We waited, and waited, and waited. Finally we were helped, and were given a $5 discount because of the wait. The worker helped us with narrowing down our favorite scents to the 3 that would work best together. I went with lavender fields, rosemary, and teakwood. My boyfriend went with hops, mahogany, and musk. Totally different combinations but both smelled great! We finished the candles and went to a local bar for a bit while the candles were setting. Came back, and the candles were just about ready and we were looking forward to getting home to test them out! It's a bit pricey here, but you are able to bring your own containers to fill (at $2.50 an oz.). The candles were nice and didn't have an overwhelming scent, but just enough to tell. read more

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We love our candles and enjoyed doing something different. It was very crowded and we felt rushed to complete our candles instead of enjoying the experience. A friend told me they went months ago and they were very restrictive about the amount of people going in. Our experience was very different. read more

How fun to create your own candle with its unique scent. First you need to choose among a multitude of scents that you'll combine with the recommendation of the "lab" hostess. Then you choose your container. They offer a nice selection of glass container in different colors. Now it's time to seat at the mixology bar and mix your scents. Oh I forgot ... you also design the sticker of your candle! It's a really memorable experience. Not excessively expensive. And if you buy 3, the 4th one is offered! read more

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This was an amazingly fun thing to do on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The staff are so inviting (we loved working with India) and the prices for the experience are extremely fair. Definitely a must try in Pittsburgh!! read more

Mix Candle Co - Candle Stores Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My friend coordinated a Sunday Funday at The Candle Lab for eight of us girls in April. I knew that the whole candle-making industry was super trendy and booming and was excited to try it for the first time myself. We had an appointment (which I highly recommend making if you have a group) and were quickly seated. One con for such a large group was that we were lined up along a bar, so conversation was a challenge. I would recommend asking the staff if you could sit at the corner of the bar for easier conversation. We immediately headed over to the large wall of scents where ~120 fragrances were lined up to smell. I wanted to check them all out, but ended up smelling probably 70-90 of them. Some of the scents included Bourbon, Cannabis, Chardonnay, Cinnamon Spice, Clothesline, Coffee Bean, Dark Chocolate, Ginger Ale, Honeysuckle, Key Lime, Lavender Fields, Morning Dew, Old Books, Rose Petals, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Sea Breeze, Whipped Cream, and Yuzu. So many fun options! I believe that the scents were organized by alphabetical order, but in hindsight, I wish they had been organized by type (foods, flowers, etc). As I smelled the numerous scents, I made note on a piece of paper which my favorites were, adding an additional mark by my absolute favorites. Then, I selected the type and number of candle or oil or diffuser that I wanted to purchase. (I believe that they're generally running a Buy 3 Get 1 event.) After returning to our seats, the consultation began! One of The Candle Lab associates spent time with each of us, suggesting good scent combinations for us with what we had selected. Then, it was time to make our products! We were handed our oils and told to start pouring and/or mixing away. Several people were wanting more guidance about the ratios of oil to use, but the employees urged us that it was 100% up to us what those were. Overall, I had an awesome experience! I would be open to doing this again not only at The Candle Lab but would also like to try one of their competitors, as well. Just don't forget to bring alcohol as they are BYOB. Also, don't forget that it does take a couple hours for the candles to dry, so plan to hang out nearby so you can get your candles before you leave Lawrenceville. read more

A unique and enjoyable experience. Definitely recommend this for all candle lovers. Only thing I would change would to be able to tip via credit card. Everyone who works there that is assisting with the candle mixing and selecting scents is incredibly knowledgeable. read more

I'm all about the artsy, DIY, creative outlets so I knew I had to try Candle Lab. The workers here are super helpful and friendly. I came here for my birthday with a party of 8 - I brought along a few guys with my party and even they enjoyed it and got into the process. You can go at your own pace and take the time to figure out the scents and smells that you really like. You can make candles, perfumes/sprays, lotions, etc. with it being buy 3 get 1 free I believe. The scents are endless and really the possibilities and combinations are too. I gravitate toward earthy or musky scents but they have everything from apple to chocolate to grass to "weirder" scents like old books or sushi. The process of making a candle or spray is super simple but still fun. They guide you through the process and within a half hour or so you're done. Candles take 90 min. before ready for pickup but there are tons of bars and food in the area while you wait. I've already been here twice but definitely plan on coming back. read more

This was my 2nd time at The Candle Lab and both times I had a great experience. Today, we had a reservation for 8 of us for 2 of my children's birthdays. Mikayla was so helpful. She made us feel safe (in terms of COVID), she educated us on the process and was so patient with the kids. Everyone left feeling happy and excited for our new candles. We will undoubtedly be back!!!!! You guys are doing a great job!!!! read more

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A group of us stumbled upon this place thinking it was just another candle store and quickly learned that we were wrong! This place was AWESOME! We were instructed on how the candle making process was done -pick a jar, sniff and write down your favorite scents, and then go to the counter for help. The woman who helped us was great and made the whole thing super simple! We finished making our candles and went to grab dinner at Condado while they set. In an hour we were ready to go and the candles smelled amazing! This is not only a cool girls night but a great date night or place to make homemade gifts for loved ones over the holidays. The told us that they were also byob and pet friendly. I will 100% be back!! Thank you for an awesome night...it was the highlight of our impromptu girls night! read more

Just wanted to update my review and say that Mix Candle Co. is just as great post rebrand and everything I said before holds true! Still my favorite place to get candles - with my own unique scent! read more

I love coming here with my friends and also sometimes my little niece. It is something different and crafty to do, the entire process is relaxing and fun, and you leave with a candle that smells fantastic. The staff is friendly and helpful and I have loved every candle I left with! read more

If you are looking for something fun to do with friends or family, the Candle Lab is pretty cool. The interesting part is discovering how different members of your group choose their scents. I chose 4 scents and only smelled those that I thought I would like. My son smelled every scent (some of them twice!) and picked about 15. His girlfriend only smelled those she was interested in, but selected about 15. We all decided to get the 11 oz candle since it was buy three, get one free. I also had a $5.00 off coupon from Yelp. We built the 4th candle as a family unit from the scents we had all written down. Each candle is composed of about 3 scents, although you can definitely choose just 1 or 2 if you prefer. Along with various size candles, you can also do body lotions. read more

This is such a great afternoon date spot! I went with my Bf on a Sunday afternoon; it was pretty busy when we arrived and insanely busy when we left. The plethora of scents they had to pick from was superb! All of the ladies working there were friendly, helpful, and fun! Plus it's BYOB! The only downfall about this place is that they need a high turnover of seats for the influx of customers so once your candle is made you're being kicked out of your seat. It would be nice if there was an area for you to be able to sit and enjoy your "BYOB" while you wait for your candle. read more

Took my neice to The Candle Lab for her birthday at her request. I was nervous about how much it would cost, but they offer a variety of vessels to choose from with varying price points. I think you can also bring your own jar to put your custom candle into. We walked in and were immediately greeted and given instructions to select scents we liked, and then were given assistance to pick three scents that went well together. After you make the candle, you have to wait at least 1.5 hours to pick it up, so we went for lunch nearby and did some window shopping before going back to pick it up. Four stars because a few times during the process we had to wait quite a while for someone to wait on us though it didn't seem that busy. read more

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The lady was really patient with us and try to help us to find the smell that we liked. She also did a good job explaining what kind of smell well smell good if they mix together. The only thing is that the price is a little bit overpriced. It was a fun experience. read more

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Very unique and awesome experience to make your own candle. Great for a date. We liked smelling all the different scents to then create our own blend. The helpful staff gave us good guidance. Unlike painting while sipping wine, candle making is a lot less stressful. Mix is BYOB. The venue is great for groups/parties. I suggest grabbing a meal and going to some shops on Butler while you wait for your candle to set. They have a lot of pre-made candles if you don't feel like making your own. The price points are reasonable considering it's a small business giving you an experience and something to be proud of. read more

Had a great time creating my own scent and picking out my own container for my candle creation! Though the pre-made candles are awesome and a great gift on their own, I prefer the personalization of mixing and combining my favorite scents! This is a great spot for a group as well as a fun/different date location. You can spend some time crafting your scent, cross the street and get some Pizza from V3 then head back to retrieve your finished product. This was fun and my candle smells great! I'll be coming back again to try to make some wax melts! read more

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The Candle Lab is such a fun activity-- especially around the holiday season! We had a great time getting to sniff through what felt like hundreds of amazing scents, selecting our favorites, and then working with the specialists to help create our personalized scents. They give you a variety of options for candles (sizes, jars) as well as body sprays, lotions, etc. We opted for a four pack of candles. I thought the prices were very reasonable given the fun experience and the high price generally associated with candles. Stop by this holiday season if you're looking for a unique gift for friends and family! read more

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I always have a great experience here. They have such a variety of scents that anyone can find something they like. The staff are so kind and helpful. This is a great place to come with family or friends. I hope they are able to survive the pandemic! I can't wait to go back. read more

A friend wanted to check this place out and I was happy to oblige for the experience. You sniff 100+ different candle scents and list out any that you like, then the staff help you choose 3 that work together. You get to mix the oils and create the balance that you're happy with. Once you have settled on the oil, they pour wax into a jar (you select the size and prices range from about $20-40ish) and you mix everything together. Pros: Fun experience, you get your own custom candle, it's BYOB, staff was friendly(ish) Cons: It was a rainy Sunday morning at open (with about 6 other people in the store) and we were REALLY rushed by staff, the staff was friendly but the fake friendly where it's clear their souls have been crushed by the countless hours of helping clueless consumers in the retail world and they're all but dead inside and the candles are on the pricey side. I think as with most other reviewers, it would be nice if there was an expanded seating area where you could enjoy your BYOB and not be rushed out after spending a good bit on a candle/experience that you pretty much make in 10-20 minutes (but have to wait 90 minutes for it to set.) - It's cool though, the owner will tell me that the price is because of the customization/quality of ingredients and that we should use the 90 minutes to enjoy everything else Lawrenceville has to offer. read more

Girls are polite Scents ante plentiful. You get many options. You can bring your own beer and chill while you make your max. Negative - you can't chill at the bar the entire time because you have to vacate the area for new people. So I had to leave and hangout somewhere else Add a lounge in the corner to hangout until the order is done read more

Great DIY candle shop for the crafty explorer! We ventured across this gem while we were on the annual Lawrenceville Cookie Tour, and had to come back! The Candle Lab has a great atmosphere with some really awesome and welcoming staff. Bring your sniffer and take a whiff of all of their unique scents! They provide you with a log where you jot down several of your favorite scents. Not sure what smells compliment what? Have no fear, they help you pick what works best, and what to avoid! You have your option of several different candle jars, as well as the ability to bring your own jar/container to fill. Cost ranges from about $17-32. All steps are guided and the staff are available to assist. The candle making process does not take long, maybe 15 minutes. Longest parts are selecting your scents and allowing the candle to set, which takes about 1.5 hours. What to do during that wait? Well it happens to be BYOB, so you can drink some beverages while you wait. They also host groups as well. We went for my birthday and had a smaller group of 6 people, but they have the space to accommodate much more. If candles are your thing, this is the place to go! read more

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I had a really great experience here. I made a reservation a week prior & was running a little behind due to traffic the day of. I called the store to let them know & they were very accommodating. When we got there the staff was very nice & welcoming & also informative about the candle making process since we were first time guests. From start to finish the experience was fun for me & my guests. I really love my candle & the candle burns nicely. I definitely plan on coming back! read more

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So much fun. When we first went there we didn't know what to expect. It is literally like a bar without drinks. What a fun atmosphere. The folks there are very helpful in explaining what to do and what to expect. On Friday we went for happy hour. We brought wine and got 2 for 1 candles. The scents are amazing and very true to the name of each one. The selection of candle containers is great and you can actually bring your own if you choose. I would like to add food coloring to my candle next time (not sure if they'll allow this though). Why 4 and not 5. Well, I do like colored candles. I would like new scents from time-to-time as well. But, really what a fun experience that I plan to do again (perhaps once every few months). read more

This place is a lot of fun, and the staff is super helpful. I went during a night event they were hosting with a local winery so it included a wine tasting. It was a great girls night. I probably wouldn't need to go more than once because the scents in there can be a little overwhelming. I made my candle a little too strong so it isn't my favorite candle in the world but I got to combine my favorite scents. I would say go for the experience, make a candle, go with a friend. Then after that, get your candles for cheap at a home goods etc. read more

Really, a 3.5. We had a great time! The woman assisting us was very knowledgeable about the scents and how they came together. Burning in my home, the candle is quite pleasing. My issue was really the time we were given for pick up. We showed up over 30 minutes later than when they said, and our candles were in the same state of assembly as when we left. We were then give a second time that they would be ready in 15 minutes, and we waited again after giving them 30 minutes. I get that businesses get busy, and it was a Friday, and at the same time, they should be prepared and be accurate in what they promise. read more

What a good idea for Mothers Day or a girls night! (Or honestly even date night if you can get your man to make a candle!) My Mom and I came Monday around 1pm and we had the shop to ourselves. We were handed a clipboard with our name and directed to go to the scent wall where they had 150 candle scents, and to write down our favorites. No need to worry about what goes well with what, they will suggest this for you! I wrote down about 7 scents and we narrowed it down to 3. Spiced rum, maple syrup, and cake batter MMM! Next you can pick from about 10 jar types. Your cost ranges on the size of the jar. Once my jar was chosen it was craft time! We were handed blank labels with a bunch of markers and able to decorate our label + name it! Then we poured our scents into our soy candle. Once you finish the candles must sit for 90 minutes but there are plenty of places in lawrenceville to shop and grab a bite to eat. Our candles were ready on time and smelt great! The staff was helpful and the place is really cute! What a fun idea! read more

Do you love candles ...to enjoy their fragrance ? Watch them flicker? You will love the candle lab It's a very cute concept You are given a pad There is a wall lined with single smell candles that you sniff and then choose your favorite smells Then you choose the type of glass container you would like They had a deal the day we visited buy 3 get one free The burn time for each size is clearly displayed I like the bell canning jars We choose 60 hour burn time jars Everything has a screw on lid so your candle can be burned then closed I believe it keeps those delish smells in So you choose your smells then your container Sit at the big counter and your "oils " are brought to you to put your perfect smell together a little coffee rum and whipped cream smells so nice Pour the oil stir and then you can wait or come back the next day like we did 50.00 for 4 candles better then that yankee place because you made your own!!! They candle labs candles are so those cheap candles from the big stores like target and Walmart can't hold a candle to candle labs candles (yes excuse the pun) I know I will be back Ps teenage son enjoyed mixing his own candles read more

A fantastic place where you can create your own candle w your fav scents. Fun to smell all 150 scents and picking and mixing your favs into your own unique custom candle scent. read more