All classes include workbooks, raw materials and safety equipment (gloves, goggles, masks, where needed).

Welcome to our Fall 2008 and Winter 2009 soap, lotion and business classes. This page was updated on November 5, 2008. ShortCourses™ We are offering "short" courses in December 2008 as introduction classes. These classes are 3 hours long and will be held at our warehouse. Saturday, December 6, 2006 Snowdrift Farm Melt & Pour Soapmaking – 1pm to 4pm Learn to make beautiful soaps at home – the perfect gift for the holidays. Our class will learn the fundamentals of melt and pour soapmaking, including coloring, fragrancing and the use of texture. We will make soaps to take home. $69 includes workbooks and recipes, raw materials and packaging. Class size is limited to 10. Saturday, December 13, 2008 Snowdrift Farm SPA – Salve Per Aqua – 1pm to 4 pm Learn to make spa products – the perfect gifts for the holidays. Class will create bath salts, bath and massage oils, fizzing bath bombs. $69 includes workbooks and recipes, raw materials and packaging. Class size is limited to 10. You may also register over the phone. Please call 1.888.999.6950 or 520.882.7080 to register. We have added a new session of full day classes January 21, 22 and 23, 2009 at the Comfort Suites. The classes will be the same classes as in October. Comfort Suites is holding a block of rooms at $99 per night. Please call the hotel directly at the number provided below to make your reservations. Please ask to speak with either Linda or Jackie. Comfort Suites at the Tucson Mall is a new mid-town hotel located within walking distance of the largest shopping mall in Tucson. Guests enjoy the free deluxe continental breakfast, featuring eggs, sausage, waffles, pastries, bagels, English muffins, toast, cereals, apple juice, orange juice, milk and fresh fruit. Additional full-service amenities include free local calls, free weekday newspaper, exercise room, outdoor pool and hot tub. Snowdrift Farm has secured a special rate of $99 per night for students who stay at the hotel. You must book your reservations by calling the hotel directly at (520) 888-6676. Please ask to speak with Jackie or tell the reservations clerk that you are a Snowdrift Farm student when you make your reservation.

Cold Process Soapmaking for Beginners Wednesday, January 21, 2009 10am - 4pm Trina and Bill Wallace, instructors Come make soap! No previous experience required, but useful. You'll be surprised at the beautiful creations we can make from simple, natural ingredients. During the first hour or so, we'll review safe soapmaking procedures, discuss the chemistry of soap and ingredients and mold choices. We'll handle materials such as essential oils, clays, proteins and other additives that help us achieve color, texture and scent. And we'll share some tips and techniques we've learned over the years. After breaking for lunch, we'll return and make soap! We usually make 2-3 batches of soap, and class size is being limited so we can make as much soap as possible. I'd like to make a batch of goats milk soap with a swirl so you can see how easy it really is and exactly what the results you can expect when pouring milk on top of lye. Soap Class - $129.00 5 hour soapmaking class, including workbook and all materials plus 1st class USPS postage to send your finished soaps to you. a courtyard in Tucson's Barrio District

Lotionmaking and Emulsions Thursday, January 22, 2009 10 AM - 4 PM Beginning to intermediate level lotion and emulsions. Trina and Bill Wallace, instructors Learn to make perfect emulsions! Class creates and takes away several formulas, including whipped butters and lotion bars, classic water-based lotions, lip balms, salves and ointments. This is a 5 hour class. In the morning, we will discuss the chemistry of making lotion, HLB and the differences between emulsion types. We will also review materials and equipment.After lunch, we will experiment with a variety of butters, oils and waxes, as well as nutrients, and scent blends. Get ready to make your own version of Oil of Olay, Kiehl's Eye Cream and Origins Scrubs. Discover the best way to preserve and package your creations. Lotion Class $129.00 5 hour lotion making class, including workbook and all materials. In the Barrio District of Tucson

Opening Your Soap/Body Care Business Friday, January 23, 2009 10 AM - 4 PM For all levels. Trina and Bill Wallace, instructors If you've ever thought about opening your own soap and body care company, this class is for you. We will explore the many aspects involved in forming a business, including executing a business plan, funding options, opening sales channels, finding free help from the SBA, understanding your responsibilities regarding FDA guidelines and rules, cGMPs and much more. Soap and Lotion Business 101 $129.00 5 hour class, including workbook and all materials.