This course will introduce you to the art of cold process soap making.

Courses usually start around 10.30am with an informal chat about soap over essential morning refreshments: think locally ground coffee, tea, spring water from Dartmoor springs, handmade cakes and fresh croissants.

After ‘breakfast’ we will talk you through your first batch (roughly 8 bars each), possible ingredients and necessary equipment. The workshop will then be yours and you will be free to make two batches of soap using a combination of essential oils and botanicals from our extensive range.

During the course of the day we will learn about:

· The history and chemistry behind cold process soap making

· Equipment needed and where to get it

· Safety measures required

· Which oils, butters and waxes can be used and the benefits each can offer

· What molds can be used

· Using botanicals from your own garden to decorate your soaps naturally

· How to treat and store your soap once it’s made

· Advanced techniques such as shampoo bars or using goat’s milk

· Troubleshooting

We will provide refreshments however we do ask that you bring your own packed lunch and wear long sleeved clothes you don’t mind getting a little mucky in. We would be very grateful if you could let us know of any allergies beforehand.

Please could you also:

· Bring an apron and old towel

· Wear shoes rather than open-toe sandals.

You will leave with your own creations (approx. 16 bars), 2 reusable molds,, your own instruction folder with comprehensive notes, suggested recipes, an info sheet on where to source materials and hopefully a mind bursting with wonderful ideas for future batches!

All, in all a great day out either for you or a friend as a special gift!