Soapmaking classes are held at the Summit Recreation Center in Canton. Sharon is also available for private and small group lessons, parties and speaking engagements.
Classes are taught by Owner and Founder of The Great Lakes Natural Soap Company, Sharon Czekala. Sharon is an Advanced Certified Professional Soapmaker in Cold Process, Hot Process and Melt & Pour Soapmaking, a Certified Soapmaking Teacher, a Certified Cosmetic Maker and a long-standing member of the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild. Sharon currently serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the HSCG and is a former President of the Great Lakes Local Chapter.
Private and Small Group lessons are available anytime. We do parties for kids and adults!
Fall classes at the Summit begin in September and run through March 2019. Private lessons are always available.
NEW! Sharon is now teaching one-hour soap and cosmetic project classes for Plymouth-Canton Community Education. Go HERE to see our offerings and sign up today! Classes for Adults and Youths.
Lip Balm, Gloss and Butters
Mar 19, 2019 7-9 PM
Learn to make a variety of tasty and nourishing lip treats in this make and take class. We’ll cover ingredients, process and packaging, and everyone takes home what they make.
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Hot Process Liquid Soapmaking
TBD
Bring your crock pot and learn to make liquid soaps in this make and take class. We’ll discuss hand soaps, shower gels, and more, while learning about oil selection, fragrances, coloring and preserving and thickening all types of liquid soap. Students must bring a large, electric crock pot to class.
Ages 18 and up.
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Introduction to Cold Process Soapmaking
Nov 20, Jan 22 6:30-7:30 PM
Interested in how soap is made but not sure if you want to sign up for a class? This introductory session is for you. Watch as we demonstrate the soapmaking process, see the tools and equipment needed and take home a sample soap. This sort, demo class is designed to help you decide if soapmaking is right for you. We’ll answer all your questions and discuss each of our class offerings.
Cold Process I: Beginner
Nov 27, Jan 29, Mar 26 7-9 PM
Prerequisite: None
Learn to make all-natural, beautiful and fragrant soap in your own kitchen. This class will teach you the basics of oils, colors, process and scenting soap. Safety will be emphasized and everyone takes home a pound of fresh soap. Handmade soap makes great gifts and can be tailored to your skin type.
Ages 18 years and older
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Melt & Pour I: Beginner
TBD
Prerequisite: None
Learn to make beautiful and fragrant soap in your own kitchen using a melt and pour soap base. This class will teach you the basics of choosing a base, colors, process and scenting soap. Safety will be emphasized and everyone takes home a pound of fresh soap. Handmade soap makes great gifts and can be tailored to your skin type.
Ages 8 years and older with an adult.
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Melt & Pour: Holiday Gifts
Dec 8, 2018 10-12
Prerequisite: None
Make beautiful Christmas soaps to use yourself a or give as a unique handmade gift. We’ll be using Christmas molds, colors and scents to create beautiful, fragrant holiday soaps.
Ages 8 years and older with adult
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Cold Process II: Advanced Techniques
Feb 19 7-9 PM
Prerequisite: Cold Process I or experience making CP soap.
Learn advanced techniques like swirling, layering and embedding to create beautiful and amazing soaps. Hands on class, and you take home the soap you make.
Ages 18 years and older
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Cold Process II: All Natural
Mar 5, 2019 7-9 PM
Prerequisite: Cold Process I or experience making CP soap.
Learn to make all-natural, beautiful and fragrant soap in your own kitchen. This class uses only natural oils, colors, herbs, and essential oils. Safety will be emphasized and everyone takes home a pound of fresh soap. Handmade soap makes great gifts and can be tailored to your skin type. Age 18 and up.
To register for classes at the Canton Summit, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Cold Process III: Milk Soaps
TBD
Prerequisite: Cold Process I or experience making CP soap.
Learn to make rich, creamy soaps using all types of milk. Safety will be emphasized and everyone takes home a pound of fresh soap. Handmade soap makes great gifts and can be tailored to your skin type. Age 18 and up.
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
To register for classes at the Canton Summit, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Bubble and Fizz: Making Bath Bombs and Other Tub Treats
Feb 2, 2019 10-12
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
Bath Bombs are booming business, but you can make your own using simple ingredients. We”ll teach you the basics of bombs, bubble bars and bath melts in this fun, hands-on class.
Ages 8 years and older
Location: Summit recreation center in Canton, MI
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Salt and Sugar Scrubs
TBD
$65 Early Bird Rate, $68 Member, $75 Resident, $98 Non-resident
$10 Materials Fee due the night of class.
Learn to create exfoliating, moisturizing scrubs to use in the shower. You’ll learn techniques and tricks for turning natural ingredients like salt and sugar into a true spa experience. Class is offered to Youth and Adult students together, Ages 8 and up.
To register for classes, go to www.cantonfun.org or call 734.394.5460.
Have questions about our classes? Email Sharon at customerservice@michigansoap.com.