Hands holding a glowing LOVE candle at Glow Candle Lounge
A group of friends making candles together at Glow Candle LoungeA tray of colorful handmade candles and fragrance pieces at Glow Candle Lounge

Light, Your Own Way

Make-Your-Own Candles

Reserve Your Table

How It Works

Our studio guides will help you bring your candle idea to life - come in any time (walk in or reservation).

Candle shape display wall at Glow Candle Lounge
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Select a Shape

Choose your vessel from our collection of containers, tins, and unique shapes.

Colorful wax tile wall display at Glow Candle Lounge
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Collect Colors & Pips

Mix, match, and layer colorful wax tiles. Add playful pips and decorations to make it your own.

Guest smelling fragrance oils at the scent wall at Glow Candle Lounge
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Choose a Fragrance

Explore 50+ natural fragrance oils and create a scent that feels uniquely yours.

Building a candle at Glow Candle Lounge
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Build Your Candle

Set your wick, chop your wax tiles, and assemble your candle design piece by piece.

Pouring warm wax into a candle mold at Glow Candle Lounge
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Pour the Wax

Pour warm wax over your creation and watch it come to life, ready to take home the next day.

Gather & Create

Curated sessions designed for connection and creativity.

A finished candle from a Thursday workshop

Every Thursday · 6:00 PM

Thursday Workshops

A different candle style every week — Our trained guides will walk you through every step of the way. Espresso martini candles, floral wooden bowls, geometric techniques, and more. All skill levels welcome, all materials included.

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General Pricing

A single Studio Day Pass covers all your supplies and support from our trained staff. Beyond that, each candle is priced by the vessel you choose.

  • All fragrances, dyes & tools included
  • Help from our trained staff anytime
  • Pour and decorate at your own pace

Studio Day Pass

All Ages

Studio FeeAdult $19 | Child $17
Candle (by vessel)$10-40+

Good to know: your pass is good for the whole day — step out and come back any time you're still working on a candle.

Drop in whenever inspiration strikes—walk-ins are always welcome.

Our Candles

Every candle at Glow is one of a kind — shaped, scented, and poured by the hands that will light it. Always clean & non-toxic materials!

Collection of beautifully finished candles made at Glow Candle Lounge
Colorful mosaic candle made at Glow Candle Lounge
Beach Daze themed candle made at Glow Candle Lounge
Handmade candle being lit for the first time at Glow Candle Lounge
Glow Candle Lounge branded candle display
Handmade candle created at Glow Candle Lounge
Handmade candle created at Glow Candle Lounge
Pink mosaic wax piece held up in front of colorful wax display at Glow Candle Lounge
Custom university candles including University of Oregon, UCSD, SJSU and Cal made at Glow Candle Lounge
Adorable bunny candles in front of the Glow neon sign
Patriotic American flag and red white blue candles made at Glow Candle Lounge
Large Glow Candle Lounge branded candle with orange and yellow wax pieces
Halloween jack-o-lantern candle made at Glow Candle Lounge
Back to school themed candles including school bus and apple juice candles
Purple cloud and star themed candle made at Glow Candle Lounge
Candles with inspirational quote art made at Glow Candle Lounge
Botanical container candle with orange slices and cinnamon made at Glow Candle Lounge

Questions?

Stay as long or as little as you'd like! Most candle-making experiences take about 60–90 minutes, giving you plenty of time to explore fragrances, choose your vessel, and create your candle at a relaxed pace.

Ready To Create?

Reserve your seat at the pour bar. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.

Book Your Session

Or email us at glowwillowglen@petroglyph.com

Location

1140-7 Lincoln Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Studio Hours

  • Every Day12:00 PM – 6:00 PM