Soap Making Workshops
Learn traditional cold-process techniques with authentic Irish ingredients
Learn traditional cold-process techniques with authentic Irish ingredients
Our workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn the traditional craft of cold-process soap making in a hands-on, supportive environment. Under the guidance of experienced artisans, you'll discover how simple ingredients transform into luxurious, skin-nourishing soap.
Whether you're a complete beginner curious about the process or looking to refine your skills with advanced techniques, our classes provide comprehensive instruction tailored to your experience level. Each workshop includes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring you leave with both finished soap and the confidence to continue creating at home.
All of our classes feature premium Irish ingredients, including the same seaweed, goat milk, and botanical extracts we use in our Sdeffewasdf products. You'll learn not just how to make soap, but how to thoughtfully incorporate these elements to create unique formulations with specific skin benefits.
Perfect for those new to soap making, our introductory workshop provides a comprehensive foundation in the cold-process method.
3 hours (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Every Saturday and the first Sunday of each month
€85 per person (€150 for two people booking together)
Maximum 8 participants to ensure personal attention
Sdeffewasdf Workshop, 7 Grafton Street, Dublin 2
For those with basic soap making experience, our advanced workshop explores sophisticated design techniques and complex formulations.
5 hours (11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, includes lunch break)
Last Sunday of each month
€120 per person (€220 for two people booking together)
Maximum 6 participants for intensive instruction
Sdeffewasdf Workshop, 7 Grafton Street, Dublin 2
Prerequisite: Participants should have completed our Beginner's Workshop or have prior experience making cold process soap. Basic understanding of lye safety and the saponification process is required.
Looking for a unique team-building activity or special event? Our private soap making workshops offer a creative, hands-on experience that combines science, art, and Irish heritage.
Our corporate workshops can be customized to emphasize collaboration, creativity, or problem-solving. Working together to create beautiful soap provides both a shared experience and individual achievement, with a practical takeaway.
Celebrate birthdays, hen parties, family reunions, or other gatherings with a memorable soap making workshop. Participants can customize their creations with personalized scents and designs.
For groups of 10 or more, we can bring the workshop experience to your location anywhere in the Dublin area or arrange special workshop venues in scenic locations around Ireland.
Private workshops start at €600 for groups of up to 10 people, with custom pricing for larger groups or specialty requirements. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and create a tailored experience.
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The beginner's workshop was absolutely brilliant! Siobhán is a fantastic teacher who explains the chemistry in an accessible way while also sharing her artistic techniques. I came home with two beautiful bars of soap and the confidence to start making my own. The focus on Irish ingredients made it extra special.
Beginner's Workshop Participant
As someone who had been making basic soaps for a year, the advanced workshop was exactly what I needed to elevate my craft. The complex swirl techniques and formulation adjustments were game-changers for my home soap business. The class size was perfect—small enough for personal attention but large enough for diverse perspectives. Well worth the investment!
Advanced Workshop Participant
We booked a private workshop for our marketing team of 12 people, and it exceeded all expectations. Not only was it tremendous fun, but it also encouraged creative thinking and collaboration in ways that traditional team-building activities rarely achieve. Everyone left with beautiful handmade soap and a new appreciation for artisanal craftsmanship. Sdeffewasdf was professional from booking to execution.
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A glimpse into our soap making classes and the beautiful creations our students produce.
No prior experience is necessary. Our beginner's workshop is designed to teach you everything from scratch, including safety protocols and basic techniques.
Cold process soap needs to cure for 4-6 weeks before use. This curing time allows excess water to evaporate, creating a firmer, longer-lasting bar with a milder pH. We'll teach you how to properly cure and store your soap at home.
Soap making involves working with sodium hydroxide (lye), which requires proper safety precautions. We provide comprehensive safety training and all necessary protective equipment. When proper protocols are followed, soap making is completely safe.
We recommend comfortable, casual clothing that you won't mind potentially getting soiled. Closed-toe shoes are required. Long hair should be tied back. We provide protective aprons and gloves.
Yes! While we provide guidance on proven formulations, participants can customize their soaps with different colors, essential oil blends, and design techniques. Advanced workshop participants have even more customization options.
Yes, we offer private workshops for groups of 6 or more. These can be customized to your group's interests and experience levels. Contact us for details and pricing.
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