Back Porch Soap Company

This class offers a comprehensive introduction to creating organic skincare products using butters, scrubs, and balms. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, participants will learn proper application techniques and some simple recipes. No prior experience is necessary.

Participants in this professional candle-making class in New York City will learn essential techniques including melting, pouring, and scenting for candle making. With professional guidance, attendees will create soy wax candles in custom vessels, learn about candle burning safety and proper maintenance, and explore the benefits of using essential oils.

This cold-process soap-making class will teach you how to craft your soaps using quality ingredients and simple soap-making techniques. You will learn about proper measurements, different coloring techniques, and the application of essential oils during the course. By the end, you will know to make a variety of handmade soaps that you can use yourself or gift to a friend.

In this perfumery class, participants will learn how to craft and compose customized fragrances. Explore the properties of different natural raw materials, find out ways to play with scent, and use the techniques to design a perfume to take home. This course offers an educational and creative experience in the world of perfumery.

This hands-on class will teach students how to make their own solid shampoo and conditioner bars, from selecting the right ingredients to wrapping the finished product. Students will learn how to choose the right ingredients so that the bars are as effective as any store-bought product while avoiding any undesirable additives. Students will also learn how to successfully mix, mold and wrap the product for perfect bars every time.

This two-hour soapmaking event teaches participants how to make artisanal soap using natural ingredients. Participants will use a variety of tools and materials that will provide them with a comprehensive overview of soapmaking, from melting down paste to creating and shaping the perfect bar. By the end of the course, participants will have a new skill they can replicate in their homes.

This hands-on workshop will help participants design and create beautiful and unique candles. Through this course, attendees will have the opportunity to learn various techniques to personalize and enhance their handmade candles, from decorating and embellishing to scenting and more. Perfect for the creative mind, this fun and engaging course brings candle-making dreams to life.

This workshop invites participants to explore cold process soap making with a unique focus on integrating exotic fruits. A comprehensive overview of soap-making fundamentals is supplemented by an in-depth understanding of ingredient benefits, essential oil usage, coloring, and design. By the end of the course, attendees will have gained the knowledge required to create homemade soap using a colorful variety of fruits.

In this hands-on course, participants will learn the art of creating reed diffusers and room sprays. They'll develop skills in crafting homemade fragrance products, understanding scent selection, mixing, and product assembly. By the end of the course, learners will be able to build their own custom reed diffusers and room sprays.

In this interactive, hands-on workshop, participants will learn the art and craft of candle making. The course covers essential aspects including mixing and pouring wax, scent blending, and creating various types of candles. By the end, students will leave with their own handmade candles and the knowledge to continue exploring this craft independently.