{"product_id":"festive-soap-making-workshop","title":"Festive Soap Making Workshop","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFestive Soap Making Workshop\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£67 per person | 10:30am–1:00pm | Maximum 6 people | Adults 18+ only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCome and spend a festive few hours in the Purple Sage Soap Barn and discover the traditional craft of cold-process soap making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDuring this hands-on workshop, you'll make your own full batch of festive soap using the Purple Sage soap recipe, then personalise it with your choice of fragrance, colour and festive botanical decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou'll work with 1.5kg of base oils and divide your finished soap between two square moulds, giving you around 15 individual bars of soap, depending on how thickly you choose to cut them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMake It Your Own\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlthough we'll all work from the same Purple Sage base recipe, you'll be able to personalise your festive soap. You'll choose from four specially selected essential-oil blends, add colour using cosmetic clays or micas, and finish your soaps with a selection of festive botanicals and decorations. I'll guide you through the process step by step, from preparing and combining your ingredients through to blending, colouring, fragrances and decorating your finished soap. No previous soap-making experience is necessary. All ingredients, equipment, moulds and PPE are included in your workshop price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat You'll Take Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYou’ll make a full batch of cold-process soap using 1.5kg of base oils, divided between two Tetra Pak moulds. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAt the end of the workshop, your freshly made soap will still be in its moulds and will be taken home with you to finish curing for approximately 4 weeks. You’ll receive clear instructions explaining when and how to remove your soap from the moulds, cut it into individual bars and leave it to cure safely at home before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYour batch should produce around 15 bars of soap, depending on how thickly you choose to cut them. Cold-process soap requires a curing period before it is ready to use, so your soap must not be used immediately after the workshop. Full curing and storage guidance will be provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWorkshop Dates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday 17 October 2026 – 10:30am–1:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThursday 29 October 2026 – 10:30am–1:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday 7 November 2026 – 10:30am–1:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday 21 November 2026 – 10:30am–1:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£67 per person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum 6 participants per workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdults aged 18+ only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHeld at Purple Sage, Sage Cottage, near Hawick in the Scottish Borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdvance booking is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBefore You Come – Clothing \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCold-process soap making involves working with sodium hydroxide (lye) and raw soap batter. Appropriate safety procedures must therefore be followed throughout the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAll necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn when instructed. Full safety guidance will be given before we begin, and participants must follow the instructions provided throughout the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease wear\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ecomfortable, practical clothing that covers your legs and arms, together with closed-toe, flat shoes. Avoid loose or trailing sleeves, scarves or other clothing that could interfere with the soap-making process. Long hair must be tied back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Purple Sage Soap Barn is a converted working barn and can be cold during autumn and winter. Heaters will be on, but please come dressed warmly and bring an additional layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis workshop is strictly for adults aged 18 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAllergies \u0026amp; Ingredient Sensitivities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDuring the workshop we'll be working with ingredients including plant oils and butters, essential oils, cosmetic clays, botanicals and sodium hydroxide. Some ingredients may be derived from nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf you have a nut allergy or any other known allergy or sensitivity to cosmetic ingredients, essential oils, fragrances, botanicals or other relevant substances, please tell Purple Sage in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf you don't advise us of any allergies or sensitivities before attending, we'll presume that you have no known allergies or sensitivities relevant to the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRefreshments \u0026amp; Dietary Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLight refreshments and hot and cold drinks will be provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease advise Purple Sage in advance of any food allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements so that suitable arrangements can be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf we haven't been advised of any dietary requirements before the workshop, we'll presume that you do not have any that we need to accommodate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCancellation \u0026amp; Booking Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlaces are limited to six participants and ingredients and materials are prepared in advance for every booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf you need to cancel, please give at least \u003cstrong\u003e7 days' notice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor cancellations made \u003cstrong\u003e7 days or more before your workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e, you may transfer your booking to another available Purple Sage workshop date or request a refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCancellations made \u003cstrong\u003eless than 7 days before the workshop are non-refundable\u003c\/strong\u003e. You may, however, transfer your place to another person aged 18 or over. Please let Purple Sage know the name of the person attending in your place before the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf Purple Sage has to cancel a workshop, you'll be offered an alternative available date or a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBy Booking This Workshop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBy completing your booking, you confirm that you are aged 18 or over and have read and understood the workshop information above, including the safety and clothing requirements, allergy information, dietary requirements and cancellation policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is your responsibility to tell Purple Sage in advance about any relevant allergies, sensitivities, food allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages used to promote this workshop are for illustration purposes only. 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