Love, love, loved it! Paula was very thorough with her teaching of the soap making process so if you want to carry on at home or to sell your own soaps you have a great starting point, you can do so safely and knowledgeably, from essential oils to legislation.
— Samanta Briscoe
 

 Courses

Candle Making courses

CANDLE MAKING

Learn to make exquisite soya candles for your home or business

Soap Making Classes

SOAP MAKING

Masterclasses on natural soaps made with fine essential oils

REED DIFFUSERS

Make reed diffusers that will infuse your home or wow your customers

Winner of THEO PAPHITIS

Small Business Award 2023


Just some of the businesses that have started after coming to the courses

TALSCENT CANDLESA luxury candle brand  going from strength to strength

TALSCENT CANDLES

A luxury candle brand
going from strength to strength

SENSE COLLECTIVE

Confidently started an
exceptional collection during lockdown

FLAVO ROSAFrom market stall to artisanal online store

FLAVO ROSA

From market stall
to artisanal online store


 And just for pleasure…

  • An absolutely wonderful course! I learned a lot about candle making. It’s a must-take course for anyone interested in making candles at home as a hobby and as gifts to friends and family. Thank you Paula, I had a fabulous day. And your scones are delicious by the way!

    — Emma Harris

  • I came along to the soap making course as a complete novice and I’ve left feeling confident to have a go at a new hobby! Paula really knows her subject and delivers it in a friendly and informative way. The afternoon tea was a lovely touch at the end of the day!

    — Leanne

  • I had a really lovely day at the candle making course with Paula. She is full of knowledge and brings such a lovely aura to the room. Her attention to detail on the day was just perfect, down to the delicious afternoon tea. I’m so looking forward to attending the soap making course next. Keep on doing what you are doing Paula, thank you again loved every minute!

    Karen Young


I followed my heart to do what I love…developing high quality artisan products and inspiring others to create their own.

Paula Mateo, Founder Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co.

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