Do I need prior experience?

No. This is a beginner-level class that covers cold-process basics from safety to unmolding.

Is lye provided and is it safe?

Yes—lye handling is part of the class and all safety gear (goggles, nitrile gloves, masks) is supplied; instructors thoroughly cover safe procedures.

What will I take home?

You’ll take home a reusable soap mold, a soap-making packet, and the soap you make once it’s unmolded; curing at home may be required.

Is the class suitable for children?

The minimum age is 18 due to lye and safety considerations.

Where do I meet for the class?

Meeting point details are provided at booking—check your reservation confirmation for exact arrival instructions.

Can I buy supplies after the class?

Yes. Amie represents Pine Meadows Soap Making Supplies and can recommend starter kits and local suppliers for continuing the craft.

Make Cold-Process Soap on a Lavender Farm Near Heber City, Utah | Workshop | Farm

Blue Canyon Farm’s Cold Process Soap Making Class for Beginners brings a practical, hands-on craft to Heber City, Utah, where farm-grown lavender and small-group instruction transform a simple afternoon into a skill you’ll keep. Hosted at Blue Canyon Farm and taught by Amie, the owner of Pine Meadows Soap Making Supplies, this 1½–2 hour workshop walks first-time soapmakers through the cold-process method using organic, plant-based oils and Blue Canyon Farm Organic Lavender Oil. Participants leave with a reusable soap mold, a take-home soap-making packet, and the confidence to replicate the process at home.

The class is intentionally small — seating is limited to eight per session — so every student receives one-on-one guidance while working with lye, measuring temperatures, and blending oils with an immersion blender. Safety is emphasized: goggles, nitrile gloves, and face masks are provided, and instruction covers safe lye handling and proper cure times. That combination of rigorous safety and intimate instruction makes this a standout creative offering in Heber City’s mix of outdoor and agrarian experiences.

What makes this workshop unique here is the direct connection to the ingredient source: Blue Canyon Farm’s lavender oil and plant-based oils highlight the valley’s agricultural character. Amie brings product knowledge from Pine Meadows Soap Making Supplies, teaching not just recipes but why certain oils affect lather, hardness, and conditioning. The class fee covers equipment use and safety gear, so you can focus on learning rather than hauling supplies.

This experience fits into a slow-adventure day in Heber: morning on a nearby trail or river, then an afternoon learning a craft rooted in local agriculture. The session is best for adults (minimum age 18) who want a confident start in cold-process soapmaking without jumping into large, impersonal classes. You’ll walk away with fragrant bars and practical know-how: measuring lye, balancing oils, using temperature tools, and unmolding your first loaf.

Practical details matter: reserve your spot early — the deadline in the provided description is Friday, May 8 at 4:00 pm — and expect 1½–2 hours of hands-on work. Bring a notebook for recipes and questions; Blue Canyon Farm and Pine Meadows both make smart follow-up resources. For travelers, this is a way to bring home a handmade souvenir and a craft skill that extends the region’s agricultural story into everyday life.

Classes also make a great gift or date activity; participants can experiment with scent blends, add botanicals, or swap recipes with neighbors during the session. Because the format emphasizes minimal waste and reuseable molds, you’ll start practicing low-waste body care from day one. If you’re curious about supplies, Pine Meadows Soap Making Supplies — represented here by Amie — can point you to starter kits and local suppliers after class.