Comments from David Critchfield's Students

David's Classes:
Big Batch / Production CP Soap Making
2-Day Soap Making Boot Camp

"Dave's extensive knowledge about soap making and his ability to cut through all the hype about what is good and bad about the ingredients was great. Excellent, fun class!" - Jane Robbins

"David provided exceptional information and was willing to answer any and all questions that came up. It was wonderful taking this class from such an experience soaper." - Nadine Laurent

"I really liked Dave's laid back approach - learning about the piano wire cutter was very cool!! Very informative class - no nonsense!." - Ellen Jaworski

"I had a great time in the advanced soap class on Saturday we were definitely having fun while learning. I thought David had some great information and tips to share. I thought the discussion on the label value vs. soap making value of oils was especially interesting. His insights on marketing and packaging were also great. Please pass along my thanks to him for a great class. Being able to chat with the other soapmakers was an added bonus. It was fun to have a chance to compare methods and stories. Hopefully, some of the same group will be around for your next gathering. Or maybe there will be a soap only gathering at some point. Thanks for another awesome class." - Nami Teramoto

"Hi Lori! I enjoyed both classes today......your CP class teaches the basics so very thoroughly in an easy to comprehend manner and takes the fear out of working with lye. I appreciated that you taught us to be cautious and careful and organized. The advanced class was good to have so quickly following the first class as I could compare everything you taught us in relation to what David teaches utilizing the shortcuts and rule-breaking that he uses in his soapmaking business. The questions from people in the second class who are actively making soap were interesting and informative. Some of them are making soap to sell and David was able to address specific concerns of theirs that if I make enough soap, I'll be happy to have heard about! Thank you for the Nova Studio and the variety of classes that you offer. It's the best part of my visits home!!!" - Mary Still

"I thought the advanced cold process soap making class was wonderful. David was a pleasure to take a class from very good personality! Thanks again. Your studio is awesome!!!!" - Pamm Reed

"I really loved the (cold process) advanced class. David's "try it and see what happens" attitude has made me braver in my soaping experiments. I also love just getting together with other soapers to hear what they are doing. What works, what doesn't. It's a really fun thing for me. And I get so many great ideas. Thanks." - Nell Berens

"The advanced cp soap class with Dave was great. I learned a lot of new info, and had other things learned in past classes reinforced and remembered. That's a great combination. Thanks again!" - Debbie Keller

"I had a great time in the Advanced Soapmaking class -- David was a hoot and a holler and I am ready to move my production to larger capacity." - Lucija K. H.

"Just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed yesterday's classes. Even though making CP soap (particularly a 35 pound batch) is a way off, David's class was very informative." - Linda Cary

"I really enjoyed the class and did not feel rushed. I liked the casualness, making quality soap, seeing the equipment used, and the sharing of information." - Priscilla Watts

"The demonstration was different than any CP process I had seen previously. I liked the fact that it showed another successful way to make soap. Very informative - David really knows his stuff! I really enjoyed this class." - Anonymous from Survey

More Anonymous From Survey... What did you like most about this class?
"The large amount of soap I can make and how smart & crafty the teacher is."
"Information on selling, large batch tips and soap cutting."
"How to make and cut a large batch of soap"
"Learning about the different oils."
"The teacher was relaxed, humorous and knowledgeable."
"The increased knowledge and ability to mix this information w/Lori's CP class."
"The honesty, willingness to answer questions and the other people in the class."