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Big Batch / Production CP Soap Making

~with David Critchfield~

"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 Kellerman (click for more comments on this class)

advanced soap making class teacher david critchfield products soapmaking classes

*CHECK OUT OUR 2-DAY SOAP MAKING BOOTCAMP
WHICH INCLUDES THIS CLASS and THREE OTHERS!

Upcoming Classes	Details	Registration Options
Sunday November 8, 2009	2 - 6 pm (4 hours) $85 (plus $6 materials fee)	Registration Closed	Email Us To Request Future Class
before signing up, please visit the Policies & Info Page

** PREREQUISITE:Our Cold Process 101 Class OR Equivalent Experience Required **

Learn to Make 100+ Bars of Soap in One Afternoon!

Professional soapmaker David Critchfield will demonstrate the process of mixing, pouring, and cutting a 35-pound batch of cold process (CP) soap. David will share with you his 5-gallon bucket method and discuss how all the different facets of the process work together to create fabulous home made soap! Towards the end of class, students will be able to ask questions so David can help them troubleshoot problems or answer general questions about their past soap making experiences.

This class will also cover the following:
• Fatty acid profiles & properties of various oils
• Actual vs. public relations value of soapmaking oils
• Alternatives to olive oil, palm oil & coconut oil
• Inexpensive & effective system for cutting soap & making your own molds
• Trying to make money at soapmaking (don't quit your day job just yet!)
• For those already selling, how to make 500 bars in one day

This is a wonderful opportunity to take your soap production to the next level!

This follow-up class is designed for students who have taken our Cold Process 101 class or who have experience making cold process soap on their own. If you have never made cold process (CP) soap before, you must take our Cold Process 101 Soap Class which demonstrates soapmaking using a 4-pound batch and teaches all the basics needed for a beginner.

You'll leave this class with handouts as well as one full-size bar of David's fabulous soap. Due to the nature of making soap from scratch, this class is mainly demonstration-style, interspersed with humor :o).

ABOUT THE TEACHER:
Veteran Soapmaker and owner of Mission Peak Soap Products, David Critchfield began soapmaking in 1995 when his wife presented him with a beginning soapmaking book. From the early days of ugly soap and vanishing fragrances, David now makes a steady stream of fine, aromatic, handcrafted soap for fund raisers, local health food stores and specialty retailers. Mission Peak Soap is also a supplier of soap making supplies. Visit our Teacher Page to see all the classes that David teaches.

SIGN-UP DETAILS:
Refer to the table above for price, date, time and registration options. Contact us at 510-234-5700 with any questions. Please read the Class Policies & Info Page before signing up.