SA01 - Artisan Cold Process Soap | Strawberry Cake Soap Workshop

Advanced Artisan Cold Process Soap Making Class

SA01 - Artisan Strawberry Cake Soap Workshop

This workshop is one of our Holiday Special Program. It's great for personal use and gifting.

This advanced cold process soap class offers hands-on learning and practical piping skills, allowing you to master a variety of techniques that can enhance your soapmaking process.

Here’s what you can typically learn from this workshop:

1. Understanding Soap Batter Consistency

• Ideal Trace for Piping: Learn how to bring the soap batter to the correct consistency (thick trace) for piping. This is crucial to ensure the batter holds its shape when piped.
• Timing & Texture: You'll practice knowing when the soap batter is ready to be piped without being too runny or too firm.

2. Piping Equipment and Tools

• Piping Bags and Tips: Learn how to use a few different piping tips to create various designs. The class will show you how to assemble and fill a piping bag correctly.
• Tool Handling: Techniques for holding and controlling the piping bag for precision, as well as troubleshooting issues like air bubbles in the bag.

3. Basic Piping Techniques

Start with simple designs like dots, swirls, and shells to get comfortable with handling the soap batter.

4. Color and Texture Coordination

Learn how to mix and incorporate colorants such as micas or natural clays into your soap batter for a vibrant or subtle piped design.

5. Soap Embeds Making

Soap embeds making techniques with Cold Process or Melt & Pour Soap.

6. Managing Soap Acceleration

• Trace Acceleration Control: Learn how to handle and adjust for trace acceleration (speeding up of soap hardening) to avoid challenges like batter seizing or becoming too stiff to pipe.
• Temperature Control: How to manage temperatures and work in a cool environment to ensure smooth piping.

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

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

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

Duration: 2 hours

Capacity: 2-8 people

Knowledge required: prior Cold Process Soap Making experience is strongly recommended. If you have never made cold process soap before, please take E01 Cold Process Soap 101 or any Beginner level cold process workshops.

What you'll make and take:

• A loaf of soap (over 2 lb) you make in-class, which is about 9-10 bars if cutting 1-inch thick pieces.

What to bring:

• A face mask (required for handing the caustic materials for about 10-15 minutes)
• A thick towel for wrapping and keeping the soap insulated on your way home
• We will provide the disposable apron, gloves and goggles, but feel free to bring yours.

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.
• It is strongly recommended that individuals who have not received the Covid-19 vaccination wear a FACE MASK throughout the workshop. Please bring your own mask, or you can purchase one from the workshop. (We no longer provide free face masks due to shortages and increased costs. Thank you for your understanding.) If you are unable to wear a face mask for any reason, please reconsider signing up for the workshop.
• Wear an apron, gloves, and eye protection (glasses or safety goggles) while making soaps. We will provide these items, or you may bring your own.
• 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.

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