Beer + Candle-Making Workshop

About this event

An evening designed for trying something new, getting creative, and having a really good time.

Join us for a relaxed candle-making experience where handcrafted scents and craft beer come together. Sip, pour, laugh, and create your own custom candle in a warm and welcoming brewery atmosphere — no experience needed.

Whether you’re coming with friends or treating yourself, this workshop is all about slowing down, creating something with your hands, and leaving with a candle you’ll love (and a great memory).

✨ What’s Included

• A guided candle-making workshop using 100% pure soy wax

• All candle-making materials provided

• One handcrafted candle

o Upgrade option: Add a second candle (+$15)

• One complimentary beer or cider of your choice

• A relaxed, welcoming brewery atmosphere

✨ What to Expect

• 6:00–6:15 – Arrival & Welcome: Settle in, grab your beer, and get comfortable.

• 6:15–7:15 – Candle-Making Workshop: Learn the candle-making process and create your own custom soy candle using premium fragrances and wooden wicks.

• 7:15–7:30 – Sip, Connect & Play: Enjoy your beer while your candle begins to set — we’ll play a fun round of Candle-Maker Bingo with small prizes for a few lucky guests.

• 7:30–8:00 – Candle Personalization: Decorate and personalize your candle to make it uniquely yours!

✨ Why Join?

• Try something new and creative — no experience needed

• Pair beer with hands-on creativity

• Play with scents and create a candle that feels uniquely yours

• Enjoy a relaxed, feel-good atmosphere with great company

• Leave with a handmade candle you’ll actually love — and a really good memory

✨ Meet the Host

Renata – Candle Maker & Wellness Facilitator – @the.universe.stuff

Renata is the heart and hands behind The Universe Stuff, a holistic wellness brand rooted in mindfulness, creativity, and intention. She handcrafts soy candles and other wellness products designed to support balance and self-care, and she hosts workshops that invite people to slow down, connect, and create. Based in the Ann Arbor area, Renata loves bringing people together through meaningful, hands-on experiences.

✨ About the Space

Mothfire Brewing Co. – https://www.mothfire.com/

This workshop will take place at Mothfire Brewing Co., a creative, community-focused craft brewery in Ann Arbor known for its thoughtfully crafted beers, welcoming atmosphere, and passion for bringing people together through art, music, and great drinks.

With a rotating selection of small-batch craft beers, hard seltzer cocktails, and non-alcoholic options, Mothfire offers something for everyone. The taproom features 16 tap lines, a spacious outdoor patio, and rotating food trucks, making it a great place to gather, unwind, and enjoy the local community.

More than just a brewery, Mothfire celebrates creativity, collaboration, and quality craftsmanship, with a strong appreciation for local Michigan ingredients and culture.

It’s the perfect setting for a fun and creative night out — where good drinks, friendly company, and hands-on creativity come together in a relaxed and inviting space.

From The Universe Stuff