Celebrate the light of your life with a hands-on, heart-filled workshop.
This Mother’s Day, step away from the ordinary and step into a world of fragrance and flame. Hearts Aglow is an intimate candle-making experience designed to honor the radiant women who pour so much love into our lives. Whether you are crafting side-by-side with Mom, creating a sentimental gift, or honoring a cherished memory, this workshop is where creativity meets connection.
🕯️ The Experience
In this guided workshop, you’ll discover the art of hand-pouring custom candles. Our expert instructors will walk you through the process—from selecting the perfect premium fragrance to pouring the wax—ensuring you leave with beautiful, professional-quality creations.
Your ticket includes:
Step-by-Step Guidance: No experience? No problem! We provide all the tools and knowledge.
Premium Materials: A curated selection of luxury scents and vessels.
Refreshments: Enjoy light bites and refreshing mocktails to sip while you pour.
The Vibe: A cozy, joy-filled atmosphere at Your Essentials, perfect for making lasting memories.
Photo Ops: Dress cute! Our studio is ready for those Mother's Day snapshots. 📸
📅 Date & Time Options
Choose the session that best fits your schedule:
Friday, May 8th, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location:
Your Essentials
10017 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605
💲 Pricing & Packages
Select your preferred experience below:
Option
What You'll Create
Price
The Signature Pour
One (1) Large 12oz Custom Candle
$70 per person
The Mother & Me Duo
Two (2) 5oz Custom Candles
$70 1-2 people
Pro Tip: The "Duo" package is perfect for two people to make one candle each, or for one person to craft a "keep one, gift one" set!
🔒 Limited Availability
To ensure an intimate, high-quality experience, we are limiting each session to only 15 spots.Don’t miss this chance to learn a new skill and celebrate Mom in style. Reserve your seats now!
Went for a self care event and enjoyed every single minute and will definitely return soon. I have the scrub and it was the best scrub I ever used in my life. I had bug bites from the weekend and with use of her scrub and body lotion they’re almost gone with no scarring. Jessica is very passionate and knowledgeable about her products and I love that because you do not see much of that anymore in small businesses.Cannot recommend enough!!!!
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I had a really great time make a candle and body butter. So many great scents to choose from. The experience was so fun and relaxing and I can’t wait to come again.
Khadijah M. via Google
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Jessica came out to south Chesapeake for a fundraiser at our church. Everyone had a delightful time & really enjoyed learning candle making! Jessica supplied us with everything we needed & really knows her craft!
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Handmade soaps are the best ever! Left my face and skin flawless! I 100% recommend. The owner is also very knowledgeable about the different products used for a great skin regimen.
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Yoni Soap
When I tell you this soap is Bomb,🧼💦 I love it I work 12 hour shifts most days and it keeps me feeling fresh down there all day and smelling good. I love that the soap is all natural and the best part u can cut it to make it last longer . I would highly recommend this Yoni soap over the ones I’ve tried in the past you won’t be disappointed ❤️
Kiana
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The Vanilla Cashmere Body Butter will have you feeling supple ! Skin has been so soft all day!
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Jessica was so much fun and very easy to follow during the Candle making workshop. Great time was had by all and would definitely do this again - great Family or Girls night🎉
Darchina D. via Google
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Met Jasmine at the Peanut Fest. She was super warm, bubbly, and soo sweet! Her products are amazing! I love my pink fizz car diffuser, aloha body butter, and the vanilla cashmere oil!! It’s all made my skin so soft, the scent lasts, and let’s say my feet feel like I’ve been to the spa everyday!
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Shavon
Amazing
We had a wonderful time. Jessica took us at the last minute and still gave us top tier customer service. A time ws had we laughed so much. She has a wonderful personality.
Your Essentials
LJ McK
Love the location
Love the location, the amount of smells and the instructors were super helpful!
Body butter Making Workshop In Newport News Location
Mira R.
Great experience I will be going back! Great
Great experience I will be going back! Great vibes & the owner has an amazing personality!
Body butter Making Workshop In Newport News Location
Jr Jesse
The beard is soft and skin is happy
The beard is soft and skin is happy. Wonderful product as is everything from Your Essentials!!
Velvet Noir 3 in 1 Beard, Hair and Body Wash and Beard and Body Cream Set
Anonymous
Fabulous Friends & Family Candle Making Session
I purchased this class for my daughter, nieces, BFF, and myself and we had a ball! Great instructor, a variety of lovely scents to pick from, beautiful colors, and lots of options to design your jar and candle. highly recommend this workshop 🫶🏽
This has become my signature body butter. I need the largest size that can be made.
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Mogul’s Blend Beard & Body Cream Jerry White
Beard and body
Al I can say is get it and you will be hooked. So it would be in your best interests to buy 2. Anything less just doesn’t make scents. (Catch that)
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Rouge Infini Roll-On Perfume Oil Jerry White
Unique.
No one wants to smell like everyone else who buys their fragrances from the mall. Get this and stand out from the crowd. Hurry because they were going fast, not sure how long they will last. I buy 2 at a time every time
J
Blue Steel Bar (Men's Soap) Jerry White
Fellas…..
If you are into your fragrances, this is a must have to start the day off. Clean skin, lathers well, smells amazing. Follow with you favorite body butter. Then if youcan pull it off wear the berry kisses oil. Compliments all day. Can’t give all the tips away.IYKYK !!!
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Berry Kisses Roll-On Perfume Oil Jerry White
Must have for your Lady friend
Perfect surprise gift for your lady friend. Such a powerful scent. Lasts all day and smells amazing. Get some before she sells out!!
