Desert Moon Emporium candle classes

The First Saturday of Every Month during our weekly Farmers’ Market

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of artisanal candle making with the delightful Farmers' Market class at Ardovino's Desert Crossing the first Saturday of every month, led by the talented candle makers from Desert Moon Emporium. Prepare for a sensory journey as you discover the secrets of crafting exquisite candles, blending fragrances that evoke memories and atmospheres. Under the expert guidance of the passionate instructors, participants will delve into the art of wax manipulation, wick selection, and creative design. The warm and inviting atmosphere of the market adds an extra layer of charm to this hands-on experience. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, the Desert Moon Emporium team will ignite your creativity, leaving you with not just candles, but a newfound appreciation for the craft. Join us the first Saturday of every month and be filled with camaraderie, aromatic delights, and the joy of bringing your own handmade candles to life.

NEXT CLASS Saturday, May 4

Apothecary Flowers

$22 for an 11-12 ounce Candle

Participants can choose from a variety of flower molds, colors and floral fragrances. 

ABOUT Desert Moon Emporium

Marie Crowder joined by her sister, Syliva Willenberger, began making candle and wax melt products during the summer of 2020. Sylvia and her husband Sven, (Desert Moon’s connoisseur coffee roaster)  moved to El Paso during the Covid pandemic to be close to family.  Spending most of their adult lives apart, Sylvia and Marie rekindled their sisterly bond during the pandemic by experimenting, learning and perfecting the art of candle making.  By the fall of 2021, Sven with bags of fresh roasted specialty coffee and Sylvia and Marie with their custom-scented moon-themed candles and wax melts  were ready to test the popup markets. ADC became their favorite market and they have been regulars ever since.  Marie and Sylvia offer a unique candle and wax product workshop by providing attendees with a hands-on start to finish learning approach where they share valuable information, tips, and techniques with participants (things they had to learn the hard way on their own). In 2022 Sven’s successful premium coffee sales provided the trio with the opportunity to open their own coffee shop and artisan gift shop located at 4400 N. Mesa, Suite 2, just off the Executive Center exit.