Making Designer Soaps and Candles
Want to make your own soap? But confused about which method to use?
In this course we will look at several ways or techniques you may use to make your own soap.
There are three methods by which soap can be made, Hot process method, cold process method and melt-n-pour. You just need to find the method that works best for you and get started. There is something for everyone.
Soap making is very rewarding; to see your vision come to life in the form of something you or your friends and family can use to enhance your skin's beauty. It's icing on the cake when it's all natural and handmade. People love handmade gifts, so why not whip em' up a batch of luxurious soap.
The Following topics will be covered in this course.
*Melt -n- pour
*Hot process method (crockpot)
*Cold process method
*Fragrance
*Molds
*Safety
*Packaging
*Labeling
* Embeds & embellishments
*Additives
*Dye
*Glycerin
*Shelf life
*Allergy
*Animal or vegetable fats?
* RECIPES!
Making Your own Candles
Newcomers to candle making are having a hard time finding useful information on the subject. There are a few candle making books now available, and most of these are geared toward using granulated wax in boiling bags or beeswax sheets: which are fine for those just interested in a casual hobby. The real fun in candle making is the experimentation. This course was designed to teach you the steps to making your own candles, from how to choose your wax to picking your molds and much more. The only limit to candle making is your imagination! Learn about additives and wicks; also learn the cheaper ways to making homemade candles.
This course was designed to teach you the steps to making your own candles, from how to choose your wax to picking your molds and much more. The only limit to candle making is your imagination! Learn about additives and wicks; also learn the cheaper ways to making homemade candles. What can be used for candle molds that you may already have at home.
This course will teach you how to make your own soap and candles. The lessons will be split up with the Candle Making lessons first followed by the soap making lessons.
Syllabus
1. What is this course about?
This course will present you with 3 options to soap making of which you may choose to use only one or mix and match to find out which method best suits your needs. It not only teaches you the basics of soap making in general, but also will give you information from the food and drug administration. Students will also receive
several recipes for soaps and candles
Help designing their own recipes
Lists of the suppliers
Information on starting their own soap & candle business
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
Animal fat based soaps
Vegetable based soaps
Goats Milk soaps
Milk based soaps
Aromatherapy Soaps
Using fragrance oils
Using colorants
Packaging
Using Molds (soaps and candles)
Wax, wicks, color and keeping records.
2. Why should I take this course?
If you are looking for a rewarding hobby that reduces stress and allows you to express your creativity, this class is for you.
This class is also perfect for anyone who has the desire to start their own home business in the handcrafted soap and candle industry.
3. What topics will this course cover?
Getting over the fear of working with chemicals
Safety
Buying Supplies
Recipes for Aromatherapy soaps as well as fragranced soaps and candles
Cutting and Packaging your soaps and candles
4. Does this course require any previous education or experience?
No. If you can follow directions and cook a basic meal, you can do this. Nobody says you have to be a good cook though...lol
5. How does one complete this course?
This course requires the student to complete many assignments and quizzes but also stresses student participation and feedback. Students will be required to submit to the class forums at least once weekly. I also ask that assignments are done on your word processor and then copied/ pasted on the assignment pages I cannot download attachments. If you send a lesson as an attachment I will not grade it and you will be asked to resubmit it. I have a lot of students and if I download assignments it will bog down my pc. There is a lot of work involved but grading is very lenient. This class is for you to learn a new skill. It's not rocket science! Have fun with it!
Grading will be based on assignment and test scores as well as participation
6. What is your specific grading policy- Pass/Fail or 100 pt.
Scale?
Grading is based on a 100 pt. scale
7. Do you offer letter grades?
NO
8. How do I earn a certificate?
Certificate of Attendance: Post to the class forum at least once per week
Certificate of Appreciation: Every student that finishes the class will receive this certificate
Certificate of Class Participation: Post in the forum at least twice per week
Certificate of Merit: All students who graduate will receive this certificate. I will also issue this certificate to students who are doing an outstanding job during the course
Certificate of Outstanding Achievement: All students who meet the participation requirements and receive at least 80% will receive this award
Certificate of Academic Excellence: All students who meet the participation requirements and receive 90% or more will receive this award
9. Reference Letters?
Reference letters will be issued to any graduate who requests it
10. Are all reading materials available in this course?
Yes. I will provide the class materials as well as links to outside reading materials
11. How long is this course?
The core, or basics, of this course will be presented in the first 8 lessons. I recommend that each student complete one lesson per week and no more than two. The remainder of the lessons will involve recipes and packaging techniques, which can be done at the student's leisure.
12. What will I achieve by completing this course?
You will learn to make soap in a fast, safe and easy way. You will be presented with several different methods to make your own soap. Just choose the one that fits your needs best. You will learn all the safety precautions involved in making soaps and candles. You can then take this knowledge and make gifts for friends and family or start your own business.
13. How is this course organized?
The candle making lessons will be first followed by the soap making lessons.
The first 8 lessons will deal with safety, supplies and methods. The remaining lessons will deal with specific recipes, packaging and designing your own products.
14. Do I have to participate/ is this part of my grade?
Yes. Participation is required because I feel that it is necessary to your success. Each student will use the class forum. You will use the forum to post problems, as well as successes. Each student has something to add to the class. There are no stupid questions when it comes to making soap. Your question might be the one that saves the rest of the class from a disaster. Your success may help others to gain the courage they need for their own soap making endeavors. The beauty of making your own soap is that you pour your own energy into each recipe so even if 25 people are all making the exact same soap, all of these soaps will still be different because they are each a part of the person who made them.
15.Is there a pre test or a course post-test?
No. I don't feel that either test is necessary. You will gain knowledge as the course progresses. Each lesson builds on the previous one and gives you the information that you will need. I suggest that you print the lessons and have them handy as you begin your soap and candle making adventure.
