CLASSES

Interested in bringing a Big White Yeti workshop to your retreat, office, classroom, bar, or team-building event?
Our master candlemaker, Katie, offers two types of onsite candlemaking workshops in the Milwaukee area.

For more information on classes send an email with the subject "Class Inquiry" to:
Katie@bigwhiteyeti.com

Hand-Rolled Beeswax Taper Class

If you're looking for a quick and easy make-and-take event, we can guide your group through hand rolling 100% beeswax tapers. Each participant will make two 8'' hand rolled tapers and have an opportunity to wrap up their finished candles in kraft paper and ribbons. Appropriate for all ages and finished candles make beautiful gifts. Pricing starts at $20 per participant. Minimum class size required. 

Craft a Custom Yeti

If you are looking for a "wow that's super cool" experience, let our master chandler, Katie, bring her craft to your team or group. We'll guide you thought the full soy candlemaking process we follow for our own signature candles. You'll learn the balance of art and science in candlemaking as you prepare your vessels, sample a curated selection of fragrance, blend your own custom fragrance, pour two 8oz amber jar candles, and craft your own labels. Pricing starts at $50 per participant, minimum and maximum class size required, and participants under 15 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. A secure location for candles to cure overnight is required. 

"I loved working with Katie. I reached out to her because her brand and aesthetic were exactly what I was looking for to make our photography retreat feel extra special, and she exceeded every expectation. The candle making workshop was such a hit with our photography retreat. She brought a beautiful variety of scents, guided everyone through the process with ease, and taught us how different fragrances pair together.

The experience was engaging, creative, and so much fun. Everyone loved smelling each other's custom blends and left with a candle they were genuinely excited about. Katie thought of every detail, even packaged each candle for us to take home. She was professional, organized, and a joy to work with from start to finish. I would highly recommend her for any event looking to create a meaningful and memorable experience."

-Katie Findlay, Katie Findlay Photography

"Katie is incredibly knowledgeable about candle making. When I mentioned that I've dabbled in making candles at home, our conversation quickly went deeper. We talked about the different types of waxes and how she carefully selects fragrances based on the purity of the oils she uses. It was clear how much pride she takes in creating a clean, high-quality product for her clients.

Once the workshop began, everything was thoughtfully organized and beautifully arranged, making the process easy to follow and accessible for everyone. Katie explained how to choose fragrances that complement one another through their top, middle, and base notes, and she shared the importance of carefully measuring fragrance oils to achieve the perfect scent throw. The workshop was structured in such a clear, approachable way that participants of all experience levels could feel comfortable and engaged.

I would absolutely attend another workshop with Katie. Her passion, expertise, and attention to detail made the entire experience both educational and enjoyable. Her expertise and thoughtful teaching style made for an exceptional workshop experience."

-Kari Fellabaum

"Katie facilitated a taper-making workshop for our staff appreciation event and did an outstanding job. She was thoroughly prepared, warm, engaging, and skilled at walking a large group through the process step-by-step. Everyone walked out with beautiful candles and had a fun and unique candle making experience. We'd hire her again without hesitation!"

-Brianne Trampas, Hmong American Peace Academy