Basic Soap-Making Class - Gilded Olive Apothecary

Private Session Soap-Making Class

$275.00

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The Class
What To Bring
What To Expect
The Fine Print

Located in Medford, New York, learn basic soap-making in my home workshop in a one-on-one private lesson. This lesson takes about three hours, and you'll learn everything you need to know to make your own soap at home.

Imagine formulating your own soap, or making incredible gifts for friends and family. Handmade soap is far superior for your skin than any mass produced bar, and soapmaking is an amazing life-long skill to have.

I'll ensure that you're making soap properly and safely. You'll gain the confidence to work with lye on your own, and I'll be right by your side, making sure you understand each step as we go along.

Together, we'll explore all you need to know about the cold-process method of soapmaking. You'll leave with a folder full of information which includes everything we go over during the lesson:

- Basic Supplies & Recommended Suppliers for Soapmaking
- Sodium Hydroxide/Lye Safety
- How to use a free, online lye calculator
- History of Soapmaking
- (2) Basic Recipes
- Tips on Unmolding, Cutting, Curing and more
- Troubleshooting

You'll also be taking home about 2 pounds of your own handmade soap (6-8 bars). I've been making soap since 2011, and I've spent heaps of time and money learning it on my own. Fast track your learning and save yourself a TON of researching and error. I don't keep any secrets, am I'm always excited to share everything I know with you!

I'm in! What's next?:
To purchase a soap class, you must include your email address.
When you make the purchase, you'll receive an email follow-up. Please check your spam folder if you don't see it. Together, we'll work out the best time for you and arrange your private lesson.
A shoe box (or similar) + two-three dish towels.
You'll be going home with wet soap batter in the mold, so the towels help stabilize the mold within the box, while keeping the batter warm.

A lap top is helpful when we learn how to use the online lye calculator, but I have one here, so it's not necessary.

I'll provide safety goggles and latex gloves in sizes medium and large. I also keep medium vinyl gloves on hand, but if you'd prefer to bring your own, feel free to do so.
Hands on learning in a one on one, slow and friendly environment.  
I provide all soap-making tools and materials, and show you how to use a free online lye calculator, so you can formulate your own soap recipes at home.

You'll be making about two pounds of soap and you'll choose from one of three scents and a color. You can also choose to keep your soap all-natural and fragrance free.

On the day of class, you'll receive a folder filled with information on lye safety, soap-making history, properties of oils & fats, trouble-shooting tips, curing & storage information, basic supplies needed, recommended vendors and more.

When you purchase a class, you'll receive an email with all the information you'll need. At checkout, check the box that allows me to send you emails. Please submit your phone number too, just in case I have to get in touch for any reason. After you receive your first email, you can always hit that reply button if you have questions for me.
Your payment is your registration and is non-refundable. In an effort to give the personal attention I think soap-making calls for, I love that you've opted for a private lesson. I promise to share everything I've learned with you. You may want to write your questions down to remind yourself what they are, or even audio record our session. I love it all and promise to be as helpful as I possibly can!

By purchasing a class, you are saying that you have read this entire page, and agree to the policies below. I am located in Medford New York, and this hands-on class will take place in my home soap studio.

MINIMUM AGE: This basic soap making class uses caustic lye and is designed for adults, over the age of 17. If you feel your teen is mature enough to attend a class (with or without you) please discuss it with me before purchasing

WHAT NOT TO BRING: Please don't bring additional people. This includes spouses, friends, or children. I have a small studio and we'll be working with lye, which is a strong caustic. Unexpected guests pose a safety hazard.

REFUND POLICY: All payments are non-refundable. Lots of time and effort goes into preparing for a soap class. If you need to cancel or change your class date, please give 48-hour notice.

I understand that sometimes life happens, and will offer class credit on a case by case basis, as long as sufficient notice is given. No-Call/No-Shows will NOT be refunded, nor will class credit be given.

MY RIGHT TO CANCEL: In the case where enrollment is below the studio minimum of 2 students, the teacher has the right to cancel on the Thursday prior to the class. If a class is cancelled you will be contacted using the phone number and/or e-mail address that you provided upon purchase.

You can either choose another date for class right away, or keep the credit on file for the future. The credit will not expire.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: If a class has to be cancelled due to snow, you'll choose another available date that works for you.

Private Session Soap-Making Class

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