Treat yourself to a calming, hands-on creative experience as you learn the art of cold-process soap making with artist and maker Nikki Romanello at That Creative Space in Beacon, NY. This workshop can accommodate families with children 8+.
Overview
This workshop is designed for anyone craving a moment to slow down, learn something new, and make…
Treat yourself to a calming, hands-on creative experience as you learn the art of cold-process soap making with artist and maker Nikki Romanello at That Creative Space in Beacon, NY. This workshop can accommodate families with children 8+.
Overview
This workshop is designed for anyone craving a moment to slow down, learn something new, and make something beautiful with natural ingredients. You’ll explore how simple oils, botanicals, and scent come together to create a gentle, nourishing bar of handmade soap. No experience needed—just curiosity.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll get a brief look at the history of soap and how this everyday item evolved into a craft, then dive into how the cold-process method works and why it creates such luxurious, skin-loving bars. We’ll cover safe handling of lye in an approachable way, explore how different oils and natural ingredients influence scent, lather, and texture, and walk through simple ways to personalize your soap with herbs, seeds, and essential oils.
What You’ll Make
You’ll mix and pour your own small-batch soap, choosing from a variety of natural botanicals and aromatic oils to create a bar that feels personal, intentional, and uniquely yours.
What You’ll Take Home
A beautifully crafted bar of handmade soap that will cure into a rich, nourishing daily ritual.
Perfect as a thoughtful, handmade gift—for yourself or someone who treasures natural, handmade products.
Who This Workshop Is Best For (Adults, kids 8+ accompanied by an adult)
This workshop is ideal for creative beginners, lovers of natural ingredients, and anyone who enjoys hands-on, sensory activities that feel grounding and meaningful. It’s a great fit for people interested in natural skincare, those who want to learn a practical skill with an artistic twist, or anyone looking to make a personal, giftable item that carries a touch of handmade care.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The soap needs a minimum of two weeks to cure, ideally 4 weeks for very gentle soap (some makers cure for 6 weeks!). The soap can be used the next day on hands, after a week on the body, and after 2 weeks on the face.
What to wear
Clothes for arts and crafts, be comfortable. Studio will provide PPE.
Registration fee
Non Member Registration ($65) Members (15% off) $55.25Material cost per person $10 (included in total fee)
About the Instructor
Nikki Romanello is a sculptor, educator, and BioArt practitioner whose work blends natural science and fine art. She holds a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and an MFA in Sculpture from Pratt Institute, where she also worked as a metal shop technician and teaching assistant. Nikki has worked with organizations including the Baltimore Museum of Art, New Arts Foundry, and 3rd Ward, participated in residencies such as Hot Wood Art Center, and currently manages the Slow Factory BioFabrication Lab while running her own metal shop and teaching BioArt at
