Cold Process Soap Workshop 101 - For Total Beginners

** For scheduling a workshop for your private group, please contact us.

Cold process soaps take about 4 weeks to cure, so joining a workshop now means your beautiful creations will be ready just in time for gift-giving season. 🎄

💚 Learn to make natural, skin-loving artisan soaps from scratch

🎁 Take home your own batch — perfect for holiday gifts

🎨 Fun, hands-on, and beginner-friendly

📍 Held at Jade Soap Shop, Dunedin, FL

Now you can choose to make a vegan bar or beef tallow soap in-class.

If you love hands-on learning and DIY projects, this natural cold process soap class at our shop will satisfy your curiosity.

You'll learn the science behind cold process soap making and learn how to handle lye safely. Everything you need from tools and supplies will be available to you in class. You can choose to bring your own mold or reserve a silicone mold as an extra. You'll also learn how to use scents and add color to your soap.

Over 30 kinds of Natural colorants, Seasonal Additives, Fragrance Oils and Essential Oils for you to choose for making your own natural soap with us!

Once you're done, you'll have plenty of natural, handmade soap to take home and enjoy.

** Please note that Cold Process Soap takes about 4 weeks to cure, please plan ahead for your needs.

Location: Jade Soap Shop 1597 Main St. Dunedin FL 34698

Duration: 2 hours

Capacity: 2-8 people

Please contact us if you would like to schedule for different date or for a private class.

Knowledge required: Beginner-friendly, no soap making experience is required.

What you'll make and take:

• A loaf of soap (about 3 lb) you make in-class, which is about 9-10 bars if cutting 1-inch thick pieces.
• A handout with the recipe and detailed instruction

What to bring:

• A thick towel for wrapping and keeping the soap insulated on your way home
• We will provide the apron, goggles, disposable face masks, gloves but feel free to bring yours.

What you will learn and receive at this workshop:

1. Science and knowledge of cold process soap making.
2. Dealing with Lye safely and properly
3. Tools and Materials/Ingredients required for soap making.
4. Basic coloring and scenting skills.
5. Step-by-Step cold process soap making procedure.
6. A handout with the recipe and detailed instruction.

What you need to know about the workshop/ class:

• We will be working with a chemical called "Sodium hydroxide (lye) " (Lye is used in the saponification process to turn oil into soap - no sodium hydroxide remains in the finished product after curing.) Please be extra careful while handling LYE in class.
• THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR ADULTS ONLY and it requires your full attention while making the cold process soap.
• No pets or kids allowed in the workshop for safety's sake.
• If you're a high school student and would like to attend, you'd need to provide approval by your parent or guardian.
• No walk-ins or sit-ins will be allowed for safety's sake.

Safety Rules and Regulations for the Store and Workshop - Mandatory for Everyone's Protection. Any violation may result in dismissal.

• If you are unwell, please stay home and notify us to reschedule your workshop.
• Wearing an apron, gloves, and eye protection (glasses or safety goggles) are required while making soap. We will provide these items, or you may bring your own. If you are unable to wear a face mask in-class for any reason, please reconsider signing up for the workshop.
• Thoroughly wash your hands with soap before and after the workshop.
• Prohibited items include weapons, drugs, and alcohol within the store and workshop premises.

Registration and Cancellation Policy (Please read carefully):

• To receive a refund, a cancellation notice must be sent at least 2 business days before the scheduled class.
• Starting from April 11th, 2023, a cancellation fee of 3.5% of the total amount paid will be deducted from any refund issued.
• Cancellations made within 2 business days before the class will not receive a refund but will be issued a store credit valid for attending a future workshop within 6 months.
• Cancellations made within 24 hours of the workshop or no-shows will not receive any refund or credit.
• No refund or credit will be issued if you are dismissed for breaking our classroom safety rules.
• In the event that the workshop cannot be conducted as scheduled, you may choose to transfer to another date or receive a full refund.

Accident Waiver and Release of Liability:

• By participating in this activity or event, I assume all risks involved. For parents registering children under 18 years of age, I give my consent for their participation.
• This includes, but is not limited to, any risks arising from negligence or carelessness on the part of the individuals or entities involved, as well as risks associated with dangerous products, materials, or defective equipment or property under their ownership, maintenance, or control, or due to their potential liability without fault.

By registering for this workshop, you acknowledge and agree to the above policies and release of liability.

Note: All content on this website is original and copyrighted by Jade Soap Shop. Any copyright infringement will not be tolerated, and appropriate action will be taken.

Registration for this class indicates your agreement with the above Policies and Release of Liability.

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