Cold Process Soap Making Workshop

Enjoy an introduction to the process of traditional soap-making from start to finish.



2 hours Class size 5 to 30 guests       £69

Whether you're looking for a satisfying new craft to enjoy or you want to make some personalised gifts for your loved ones, join your talented teacher Vaneza for a informative, fun and relaxed, hands-on practical workshop, where you'll learn to create skin-loving, moisturising soap for yourself, family and friends.
The workshop covers the basics of oils and butters, appropriate safety, working with lye, choosing essential oils, natural colourants and botanicals to create your very own unique soap from scratch.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home your finished soap product, loads of information about soap making so that you can continue to explore this amazing art from the comfort of your own home.
During the class, you'll learn about:
  • Introduction
  • Brief history of soap making
  • Science behind soap making
  • Equipment
  • Materials
  • Natural colours
  • Use of essential oils
  • Properties of ingredients
  • Traditional method of cold process soap making
  • Saponification process
  • Finishing and decoration
* Please note, if you're looking to treat your loved ones with your very own hand-made soap, they will be ready before Christmas.
Tea/Coffee and Biscuits and cakes provided in the workshop
What you'll get
All materials and tools to make a variety of natural soaps to take home with you.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Wear a long sleeved top.
Suitable for

This class is great for a birthday or hen do.

Location

St. Margarets House - 17 Old Ford Road Bethnal Green London E2 9PJ

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Recent reviews of Cold Process Soap Making Workshop

  • 5/5 from Penelope Gooden, attended Nov 2025: My afternoon spent with Vaneza was absolutely worth every minute! The class was well taught, and Vaneza took the time to answer all our questions — even after the session had ended. It was a small, intimate group of five learners, which meant we each got plenty of one-to-one attention. There was a great variety of materials to choose from, and our soaps turned out beautifully. I also came away with lots of useful information and confidence to try soap making at home. Highly recommended!
  • 4/5 from Monica Bordini, attended Nov 2025: I loved my first ever handmade soap-making class with Vanessa! It was fun and enjoyable from start to finish. Vanessa was very attentive and patiently explained each step of the process. I also appreciated that the class had only a small number of participants — it made the experience more personal and easy to follow. I’d definitely recommend it!
  • 4/5 from Nokwazi Mayise, attended Nov 2025: I had a lovely time, and my only regret is that it wasn’t longer than two hours. Vaneza approach was good, she was friendly and patient in answering our questions. The class gave me the confidence I need to build upon what I learned and start working on my own project.
  • 5/5 from Puvaneswary Dharmalingam, attended Jan 2024: Vaneza is great, she's fun and friendly. She explained all the processes so very patiently and provided individualised attention to all participants. Looking forward to attend other classes of Vaneza too. Thank you Vaneza
  • 5/5 from Emily Watson, attended Jan 2024: Had such a good time, can’t wait to make my own version at home!
  • 5/5 from Pamela Clarke, attended Oct 2023: My soap-making confidence was given a wonderful boost under Vaneza's patient guidance. I definitely feel capable of making my own cold-pressed soap from now on. The time allocated for the class was just right and it was great value for money, particularly given the skills taught. I'm really pleased with the soap I made. All in all, a very satisfying afternoon's learning! Thank you Vaneza!
  • 5/5 from Kathie Dryden, attended Oct 2023: The teacher Vaneza was very friendly and open to answering as many questions as we had. The venue was good and close to transport links but we were a bit confused when trying to find it! Lots of lovely materials were provided and there was a good variety of oils, colourings and decorations to chose from. I would say the class was good value for money, I made 4 x 100g soaps, written materials were also provided and beverages and biscuits were supplied. Overall a lovely afternoon and I’ll be booking on the diffuser oil workshop soon :))
  • 5/5 from Egile Jankute, attended Oct 2023: Great experience Thank you for very warm welcome and informative explanations would surely recommend to anyone who is curiuos and willing to learn the creations!
  • 5/5 from Barbara Mahama, attended Jun 2023: We made beautiful soap. The class was simple and yet very fulfilling. I’m confident about making my own soaps now. The teacher took her time to explain things well
  • 5/5 from Chandrika Venkatesan, attended Jun 2023: Cold process soap making was good and learnt all about making and vaneza is so good and explains all doubts calmly and outcome is appreciative.
  • 4/5 from Rosie Enobakhare, attended Jun 2023: A very enjoyable class, with a knowledgeable instructor. A great introduction for a beginner like me. Thanks
Your teacher

Vaneza Lourenco
Vaneza Lourenco

4.7 (29)

Fascinated by nature and its goodness, Vaneza, the face behind Roots by VanL, always wanted to create a natural skincare line that incorporates Angolans Baobab fruit and supports Angolan female farmers. Hence the name, Roots by VanL. Currently offering 12 ranges of natural soaps using superfoods such as Baobab, Plantain, Moringa, Papaya, and many more all containing powerful properties for the skin. Besides soaps, Roots by VanL is a wellbeing and lifestyle brand that also provides ethical and environmentally friendly home fragrances.

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