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Cork and Candles
Recreation & Entertainment · Do It Yourself Workshops
Description
What is Cork and Candles?
Candle-making workshops where guests blend custom scents in 90-minute social experiences
Cork & Candles is an interactive, hands-on candle making experience where guests create their own personalized candles in a welcoming space. Guests select their favorite scents, blend them to perfection, and create their own candles during our 90-minute experience!
Our scent bar is designed to be a sensory delight, with a wide range of fragrances that cater to every preference, from exotic and fruity to earthy and floral. It's more than just candle making; it's about the joy of creation, learning, and exploration in a cozy environment where memories are made. Cork and Candles is a business focused on the experience with a tagline of "Where Friends Gather". While there is a small retail section in each store, the business is built on the idea of bringing people together and hosting celebrations.
- Wine and candle making
- Social crafting experience
- Event-based workshops
- Creative date night destination
- Mid-investment studio model
Location Analysis
Where Cork and Candles wins
Is your territory available?
We'll take you through a few quick questions, then Cork and Candles confirms availability directly.
Financial Analysis
The numbers behind Cork and Candles
Veteran discount available
Cork and Candles participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.
Financing partners
Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees
Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.
FranFund
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
The model
How Cork and Candles works
Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.
Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.
Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.
Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.
Serves both businesses and consumers.
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $330,752 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.
Over time
Franchise footprint
2025 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Cork and Candles's 2025 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
Connect to download Items 2, 3, 4, and 11 — direct from the franchisor.
Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a Cork and Candles franchise typically ranges between $283,807.00 and $377,696.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.
Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2025. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.
