Upcoming Soap Making Classes
Soap classes for every level, from beginner to advanced. Or perhaps a fun project to do with loved ones? I have you covered.
Check out my current offerings, below:
Beginning Soap Making:
Traditional Cold-Process (CP)
Fall Class through BVSD LifeLong Learning
Location: Southern Hills Middle School
(OR)
Class #23232
Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 (10:30 AM to 1:00 PM)
Thoughtfully crafting your own soap with a few simple, skin supportive ingredients is both a creative and eco-savvy alternative to commercial “soaps” (actually detergents) that can wreak havoc on both the environment and your system. As an experienced, award-winning soap artisan, Lisa will show you how to elevate beginner soap design into something special.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the basics of making classic, hand-poured, cold-process soap. We'll review safety tips, create a beginners' supply list, and get creative with customization techniques. You'll leave inspired with detailed notes, simple recipes, a resource list, handcrafted soap, and (quite possible) a happy obsession with a new creative pursuit. :)
NOTE:
This class is for adults (16+ years) - not recommended for younger children.
You're welcome to do this class with an older teen, but please note that the fee is per participant.
Want a soap class for a younger child? Check out our Parent/Child Glycerin Soap Class on October 23rd (below)!
Cancellation/COVID policies:
Please don't come to class if you feel unwell.
Cancellation and Covid policies are listed on the Lifelong Leaning registration page. Please check updated policies at registration as the pandemic situation continues to be fluid.
Holiday Adult/Child
Glycerin (Melt-And-Pour) Soap Making
Fall Classes through Dharma's Garden or BVSD LifeLong Learning
Class cost: $80.00 (+ materials fee) per parent/child pair
Location: Dharma's Garden, North Boulder (Note: This is an outdoor class)
OR
Class cost: $80.00 (+ materials fee) per parent/child pair
Here's a wonderful recipe to kick-off the Holidays: You and your child learn to create gorgeous designs with melt-and-pour (MP) glycerin soap! MP is an excellent choice for a beginner soap making project - with no lye to handle and no cure time involved, each participant will leave class with finished, gem-like, sparkly soap ready for use. Choose between making full-sized or creating adorable "minis" - perfect for guests, favors, or friend gifts!
In this two-hour class, we'll use cosmetic micas with your choice of clear or white bases, plus creative flourishes (like soap embeds: gummy bears, hearts, curls, mermaid tails, and more!), to create unique works of soap art. You'll leave with finished, packaged, gorgeous little soaps and wonderful memories of making them together!
Cancellation/COVID policies:
Please don't come to class if you feel unwell.
Cancellation and COVID policies are listed on both the Dharma's Garden and BVSD LifeLong Learning registration page. Please check updated policies at registration as the pandemic situation continues to be fluid.
Soap Recipe Formulation + Natural Color
in Cold-Process (CP) Soap
Fall Class through Courageous Soap
Class cost: $45.00 (material fee included)
Register Here: Courageous Soap Formulation/Color Class
In this class we'll also cover common pitfalls (False trace! Elusive emulsion! Volcano soap! to name a few). Bring soap fails and/or questions - we'll see if we can diagnose the situation.
NOTE: This is a formulation class for those who have a basic knowledge of soap making/have made a few Cold Process Soap batches.
We don't make soap in this class, rather, this is hands-on practice of the skills listed. You'll leave class with copious notes, practice on how to create soap recipes, work with scents, use natural color and additives, plus your own original recipes to try.