Herbal Soap Making

When:
January 31, 2023 @ 5:30 pm
2023-01-31T17:30:00-06:00
2023-01-31T17:45:00-06:00
Where:
Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, IA 50316
USA
Cost:
Members $52, $65 Nonmembers
Contact:
Des Moines Botanical Garden - Maggie Conner
515.323.6290

Explore the art and science of making handcrafted soap from scratch with Ann Staudt of Siberian Soap Co.! Using the centuries-old-cold-process soap-making technique, students will combine plant-based oils and lye to create soaps that are mild, moisturizing, and eco-friendly. This workshop is very hands-on, with each participant making and taking home one pound of their own custom batch of herbal handcrafted soap. All participants require long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Please bring an old towel or blanket to insulate your finished soap.

Open to age 16+; younger students must have advance permission from the instructor.