“Debbie is very personable and I was glad to have her as an instructor. The class flowed really smoothly. This is the least rushed I have felt in any class. Debbie has really good ideas for melt and pour soap. Creative projects completed in a short time span. This class was especially good for holiday, themes, parties, children, etc. I have a renewed interest in M&P. Overall good class and Debbie is an engaging instructor.” - Beatrice Carlisle

“We were looking for a more natural approach to the world of soap and Debbie Chialtas provided us with that. We have taken ALL the classes she has offered at The Nova Studio and we absolutely love them. Her instructions are easy to follow… plus her energy and teaching techniques are always positive and encouraging. The reward, of course, is soap that our friends and family love! Each one of her projects is imaginative and fun to make. We are glad we got started.” - Esther & David

“Awesome! I liked the creativity, variety, and innovation. I learned a great deal beyond my two years of melt and pour experience.” - Sean Perry

“I loved that the class was hands on - we made so many varieties! I’ve never done soap making but I feel like an expert.” - Kimberly Watson

“I appreciated that all the students were able to practice the techniques in a timely manner. We were not rushed. Students could ask specific questions and get answers.” - Ann Walls

“The tips Debbie gives out are great! She also makes the class interesting and the soaps fun to make. She doesn’t overwhelm with information. She makes it easy to understand and is motivating. Thank you, Soapylove, for this class!” - Teena Schorr

“Debbie is the M&P goddess with a vivacious personality. The class moved along very well; we got all the soap techniques accomplished in the class time without any pressure. It was good to go out of the comfort zone of techniques.” - Hilary Goldman

“What I liked most about this class was it was a combination of hands-on and demonstration with easy to follow instructions. I love Debbie. She challenges the “conventional” way of soapmaking with her modern thinking.” - Linda Shih

“Excellent! I appreciated her optimism and serenity in the amount of techniques and products she is offering. The class met my expectations and more.” - Jennifer Lee

“I loved the class. It was well worth the travel from L.A. I traveled so far so it made it feel like it was worth it to be able to take so much home.” - Kimberly

“So much soap to take home! These will make great gifts. Also the soap looks wonderful. I am very happy with the finished product.” - Monica Bennett

“Debbie’s sweet treats class had lots of hand-on, lots of soap to bring home, and Debbie has lots of melt and pour knowledge. Fun Class! There was lots of hands on layering and swirling, and actually learning how to make M&P soaps.” - Grace Chang

“I liked the novelty aspect of the class (SoapyLove Sweet Treats). Really nice soap treats to give as gifts. Good info on coloring soap i.e. comparing to real food items to get realistic colors. Over all I really enjoyed the class and novelty items. Great gifts. Very realistic looking & smelling products. I liked the size and amount of items we were able to make and take home. I would highly recommend this class to friends, crafters, teachers, and anyone with children. Exceeded my expectations. I loved the products, instruction, and the amount of product to take home.” - Beatrice Carlisle

“I liked everything about this class. Debbie is a great teacher and full of knowledge. Very good instruction. The time frame was perfect for all the things we made and the class moved smoothly from one soap to another. Very organized.” - Sandi Bohner

“Debbie’s knowledge of layering is fabulous. I highly recommend this class for anyone interested in taking their soap skills to the next level.” - Feleciai Favroth

“I enjoyed the class because of Debbie’s expertise and originality. Everything we made was so cute and I learned lots of new techniques. Debbie and Lori answered questions and I met other soapers. Great class. I would definitely take more classes from Debbie and Lori.”- Suz Lipman

“The best thing about this class was the instructor’s knowledge and enthusiasm, the ideas for future projects, and the amount of projects and soap we completed in class.” - Anonymous

“Really liked having Debbie for a teacher-she’s incredibly creative. Artistic M&P was a full day class. We had plenty of time to play/draw/create which is very important. Debbie is obviously very creative and has experimented with melt and pour and made a fantastic 'portfolio' of products. She taught a variety of techniques and styles, kept tools and clutter to a minimum, and kept it simple with colors and scents, etc. Debbie shared a lot of information and ideas as well as good tips and tricks. The techniques she used were easy to follow and look great even for a non-'artist' like me and beginners who have no clue what’s going on. Debbie opened my eyes to a whole new design approach.” - Anonymous

“Debbie has a great knowledge of melt and pour. The class pace was not rushed. Debbie also talked about other techniques. It helped that the soap was melted ahead of time and Debbie poured it. The handouts were very good.” - Anonymous

“I loved loved loved Debbie’s enthusiasm!! It fed my own excitement, and helped me enjoy the class. Debbie’s class exceeded my expectations!” - Anonymous