60 mins | Learn, Make & Have Fun

A fun, beginner-friendly introduction to handmade soap 60mins

Friday October 23rd 5:30pm & 7pm - 403 Milligan Dr Okotoks
Saturday November 7th 12:45pm Okotoks Library
Saturday November 21st 2pm Okotoks Library

Best for: First-timers, casual experiences, groups, and anyone looking for a fun creative activity.

Discover the art of soap making in this fun and engaging 1-hour beginner-friendly class! You’ll get a hands-on introduction to the craft while learning the essentials, including:

• What handmade soap is

• A simple overview of cold-process soap making

• Basic ingredients and equipment

• Essential lye safety practices

• How to customize soap with colour and fragrance

Together, we’ll create a custom 300g batch of cold process soap (equivalent to three full-sized bars) that you’ll take home to cure (for 4 weeks), cut and enjoy (or gift!). Choose from a beautiful variety of fragrance oils, vibrant mica colours, and decorative add-ins to design a soap that’s truly one-of-a-kind.

Come ready to get creative and leave with something handmade, beautiful, and uniquely yours!

Classes are non refundable or exchangeable but are transferrable.
16yr+
Long sleeves and closed toes required

75 Minutes | Fun, Creative & Hands-On

Thurs November 12th 7pm
Creative Souls Artisan Market - 112 Centre St SE, High River

Ready to get creative and make some soap? This fun, hands-on workshop takes soap making to the next level with a little extra creativity!

First, you'll get creative with soap dough, using a variety of fun molds to make your own decorations while we discuss the basics of cold process soap including a bit of interesting history, some science and lye safety rules.

Then it's time to make some soap! You choose your favourite colours and fragrances, and create your own 300 g loaf of handmade soap (about 3 full sized bars) using your soap dough creations as embellishments, embeds and decorations.

Perfect for beginners, friends, groups, celebrations, or anyone who loves getting a little crafty!

You'll learn:

• The basics of cold-process soap making

• How soap is made

• Essential safety practices

• How to work with colour and fragrance

You'll make:

• Your own soap dough decorations using a selection of molds

• 300 g loaf of handmade soap

You'll leave with:
Your own one-of-a-kind handmade soap loaf, complete with your custom decorations, and a few new soap making skills!

Classes are non refundable or exchangeable but are transferrable.
16yr+
Long sleeves and closed toes required

90 Minutes | Learn More, Make More

Saturday November 7th 10:30am Okotoks Library

Wednesday November 18th 6:30pm Okotoks Library

Ready to go beyond the basics? Our Intro to Soap Making class takes you deeper into the art and science of handmade soap while keeping the experience approachable, practical, and hands-on.

We'll explore the fundamentals of saponification, learn what different oils and butters contribute to a recipe, and discover why choosing the right combination of oils matters. You'll also be introduced to soap recipes, superfat, fragrance, colour, and essential soap-making safety.

You'll then put your knowledge into practice by making two 300 g loaves of handmade soap, using different pouring techniques, with plenty of opportunity to personalize your creations.

You'll also receive a student handout containing the key information covered in class (including my recipe!), giving you a useful reference to take home and revisit as you continue your soap-making journey.

You'll learn:

• How soap really works

• The science behind saponification

• The basics of soap formulation

• Tips for choosing oil/butter ratios

• Safe and confident handling of lye (lye water is pre-mixed)

• Techniques & tools for colouring, scenting, and decorating

• Superfat, troubleshooting & experimenting with ingredients

You'll make:

• 2 × 300 g loaves of handmade soap (safety equipment provided)

You'll receive:

• A comprehensive student handout including our class recipe

• 600 g of handmade soap

• Practical knowledge you can continue to build on

90 minutes • Educational & hands-on • Beginner friendly

Classes are non refundable or exchangeable but are transferrable if you find someone to take your spot.

16yr+
Long sleeves and closed toes required

Please make sure to hit the cart button to checkout and pay for your reservation. You will receive an email confirmation of your purchase. Your order will remain pending until the class is completed. Additional info and reminders will be sent the day before your class. Please contact me if you have difficulty.

120mins | Understand. Formulate. Create.

Saturday November 21st, 2026 11am - Okotoks Pubic Library, 23 Riverside Dr

For those who want to truly understand what happens when oils become soap, this is our most in-depth soap-making experience.

The Science of Soap Making takes you behind the recipe and into the chemistry of soap. We'll explore saponification, fatty acids, oil properties, lye concentration, superfat, trace, curing, and recipe formulation. You'll learn how different oils influence hardness, cleansing, conditioning, bubbles, and the overall character of your finished soap.

We'll also look at how soap recipes are built and adjusted, giving you the foundation to begin thinking like a soap formulator rather than simply following a recipe.

Then you'll put your knowledge into practice by creating 1 kg of your own handmade soap. Your soap will be poured into a silicone-lined wooden soap mold, which you'll take home and keep for future batches.

This class is perfect for the curious maker who wants to move beyond following recipes and gain the knowledge and confidence to create soap intentionally.

You'll learn:

• The chemistry of saponification

• The properties of different oils and butters

• Lye concentration and superfat

• How to read, understand, and adjust recipes

• The fundamentals of soap formulation

• Trace, curing, and common soap-making considerations

You'll make:

• 1 kg of handmade soap

You'll take home:

• 1 kg of handmade soap

• Your silicone-lined wooden soap mold

• A student handout including our class recipe

• A deeper understanding of soap science and formulation

2 hours • In-depth • Hands-on • Soap Making Foundations class is highly recommended as pre-requisite