Basic Soapmaking Class

“Basic Soapmaking Class: Learn the Art of Soapmaking with The Asheville Soap Lady”

**Instructor:** Claudia DeFouw, Founder and Owner of Sweet Abode Artisan Soap

**Celebrating 11 Years:** Sweet Abode Artisan Soap has been dedicated to creating bath and home products that "Simply Pamper."

**Certifications:** Claudia is a Certified Advanced Teacher through the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild. She also holds certifications in both Advanced Soapmaking and Advanced Cosmetic Making.

**Organizations:** Claudia is a member of several organizations, including the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild, the WNC National Speakers Association, the Fletcher Area Business Association, and Positively Asheville.

Class Highlights:

Join us on an exciting journey into the world of soapmaking, guided by an experienced instructor. Currently, classes are available by appointment, and we are happy to arrange alternative times and class sizes if availability permits. To sign up or inquire about scheduling, please call Claudia at 828-279-3898 or email info@sweetabodesoap.com. Bring your friends along for a fun experience!

**Personal Use or Business:** Whether you’re interested in making soap for personal enjoyment or exploring the business side of bath and body care, this class is an excellent starting point.

**Thorough Knowledge:** Our small class sizes ensure you receive in-depth knowledge of soapmaking.

**Ingredients and Formulations:** Learn about the best ingredients and how to calculate your own formulations.

**Fragrance Percentages:** Discover the appropriate fragrance percentages for your soap.

**Additives and Colors:** Gain insights into additives that enhance and color your soap.

**What to Wear:** To protect your skin from splashes during the soapmaking process, please wear the following:

- Closed-toed shoes and socks

- Long pants (sweatpants work well)

- A ¾ sleeve shirt or a short-sleeved shirt (avoid long sleeves to prevent water splashes during cleanup)

**Safety and Protective Gear Provided:** Safety is essential for new soapmakers. We will provide the following protective gear:

- Gloves

- Plastic protective sleeves

- An apron

- Goggles

- A hair covering (to prevent stray hairs from getting into your soap)

- A small bar of soap for washing your face after handling lye.

**Guide to Basic Soapmaking Notebook:** This comprehensive guide includes:

- Equipment

- Ingredients and additives

- A brief history of soapmaking

- Safety precautions

- Supply sources

- Handy tools and recipes

**Equipment Provided for Use in Class:** You will have access to the following equipment:

- Scale

- Immersion blender

- Bowls and measuring cups

- Spoons and spatulas

- A silicone mold to create 6 bars of soap (which you can take home)

- Mats and towels

- A chopstick

**Ingredients for Six Bars of 4 oz Soap:** In this class, we will be making a cold process, heat transfer soap with a beautiful drop swirl. The ingredients include:

- Oils: Olive Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Coconut Oil, and Shea Butter

- Lye and Water

- Fragrance: Choose from Lavender Essential Oil, Peppermint, or any other available fragrance.

- Additives: Consider using mica or natural colorants.

You will take home a silicone mold for future soap production.

Also, check out our Soapmaking 2.0, Lotions, Balms and Creams, Scents, and Color for Soap classes!