Hand-Dipped Candles the Ancestral Way

An Afternoon of Connection, Storytelling & Traditional Candle Making

Join Ninna and Raquel for a unique, hands-on community gathering that brings together ancestral and land connection, storytelling, and the traditional art of hand-dipping beeswax candles.

We’ll begin by gathering in a circle with Raquel, creating a welcoming space to reflect on and share stories of our ancestors of blood and ancestors of the land. As we sip warm apple cider and connect with one another, you’ll have the opportunity to bring a small, biodegradable offering for the land, as well as a meaningful small object to place on our ancestral altar.

Then, Ninna will guide you through the beautiful, time-honoured process of making hand-dipped beeswax taper candles. Slowly dipping and building each candle layer by layer is a wonderfully simple and meditative process. As we work, we’ll learn about the history of beeswax candles, why beeswax has been treasured for generations, and its natural qualities as a beautiful, clean-burning wax.

There will be plenty of time to chat, laugh, share stories, and connect as we slowly create our candles together. You’ll leave with your own handmade beeswax taper candles and, hopefully, a little more connection to the people and place around you.

Bring a friend, a family member, or someone you’d simply like to get to know better. No previous candle-making experience is needed — just come with an open heart and a willingness to participate.

🍎 What to Bring

• A reusable cup for hot apple cider

• A small biodegradable offering for the land, if you wish

• A small meaningful object for the ancestral altar

• Warm, comfortable clothing — especially for your fingers and toes!

🌿 Please Note

This is an outdoor gathering at Muckabout Gift Gallery. We’ll have canopies available in case of rain, but please dress warmly and be prepared to spend the afternoon outdoors.

Sunday, November 8 · 4:00–6:00 PM
Muckabout Gift Gallery
4759 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC
Parking available on Hastings Street and Gamma Avenue

$75 per participant

Come slow down, connect with community, honour those who came before us, and experience the simple beauty of making something by hand — one dip at a time.

 
Payment is due at time of booking. Book online on our website, or call to make your paid reserve for your spot. 

Cancellation: We require 24 hours or more for cancellation. Cancellation credit for a future workshop within the following 6 months. No Credits issued for no shows or last-minute cancellations.

LOCATION
Muckabout Gift Gallery

Private Class Opportunities. If these dates don't work for you? Or you would prefer to hang out and create with your friends you can book a private group class with us. Bring 4 or more to fill a small class. Give us a call at Muckabout to set up your group with a date and time.