Private In-Person Soap Making Workshop

Had the most wonderful, inspiring and educational day with the lovely Helga, in her beautiful studio. Helga is so generous with sharing her knowledge, skills and techniques on all things soap making. She welcomed me into her home and we had so much fun, and I learnt so, so much. She is also a smart, astute business woman and she gave the best advice. She made a delicious lunch and answered all my questions I had about making soap and running my small business. I’ve been a follower of Helga for quite a while now, and have many of her fantastic digital products, but to have a one on one day with her has been the best decision I could have made. Thank you Helga x

Helga is an amazing teacher, and this private lesson was so valuable. The way she plans the lesson is truly unique—if you have the opportunity, don’t miss it!
Even as an advanced student, Helga guides you through every step and takes the time to review any questions you have. She helped me solve specific doubts and showed me methods I had never applied before.
Making soap together was an incredible and magical moment. Working in her new studio was inspiring; the layout and organization are so smart. Plus, the lunch she provided was amazing—just like her soaps, it felt so organic and thoughtful.
Most importantly, Helga and her family made us feel so cozy and welcome. Thank you! 😍

I recently had the pleasure of taking a private soap making course with Helga. Traveling from Canada, I was excited but also a bit nervous. However, Helga's warm welcome and exceptional teaching skills quickly put me at ease.

The course far exceeded my expectations. Helga is not only an incredibly talented soap maker but also a patient and knowledgeable teacher. She shared her expertise freely, offering valuable tips and insights on how to launch a successful soap making business. What struck me most was Helga's generosity and her passion for mentoring. She made me feel like I'd known her for years and her enthusiasm was infectious.

Thank you, Helga for an amazing day and for helping me take the next step towards realizing my soap making dreams!

A few weeks ago I went to Helga for a private course.
This was truly one of the most beautiful days I have ever had. I already made soap myself, but Helga helped me very well with my issues surrounding soap making.
The day flew by and I wish I could have stayed longer. Helga is very friendly, helpful, kind and has a lot of knowledge. I had a very pleasant, educational day. Helga has given me the confidence to make my dream come true: starting a soap company.
I will always be grateful for this.
Helga, thank you for the fantastic day and guidance. 🫶🏻

I have just spent a day with the amazingly talented Helga making two of her lovely soaps and I'm so glad I did. I had been looking for a workshop and found her 1-2-1 class, having seen several other classes online I chose Helga because you can really tell this is something she is passionate about. Helga taught me everything I will need to get started with making soap myself and helped me to write a recipe to work from. If you are a beginner or looking to enhance your knowledge I can not recommend her highly enough, not only is she an exceptionally gifted soap maker who truly loves the process but she wants share her knowledge and help people succeed. Thank you so much x

My day with Helga was inspiring to say the least. To see a business up and running for me was confirmation that a dream could actually become a reality. Helga's studio is so well organised and her advice on what is necessary to make the best environment not just for actual soap making, but for the storage and curing ,safety of ingredients, photography, wrapping and designated area’s for all the processes was incredibly helpful. The information helga gives you on this amazing day about the business and soap making is invaluable and could save you so much time on research with her advice on soap making, supplier’s/stockists, chemists, well everything you need to know really… I can’t recommend her educational day highly enough for anyone looking to further their knowledge in a soapy business. I came away with my head full of information, inspiration and a gift package of her gorgeous soaps. She also makes very delicious soup. Thank you Helga xxx

I thoroughly enjoyed every minute; working with Helga was a dream! She taught me everything I wanted to know about soap, bath salts, and even product photography. I feel fully prepared for my entrepreneurial journey, filled with motivation and positivity. Thank you, Helga, for being so kind, helpful, and even funny! We shared lots of laughter and jokes throughout the day.
Love, Bella from Scotland

I had been a big fan of Helga's since deciding at the start of the year I wanted to start making my own soap, I would watch her reels and see her passion and creativity shine through and it truly inspired me. When it was an option to attend a workshop it was a no brainer, it was like a dream come true! From the moment my husband and I walked in, we felt as though we had known Helga for years. She made us feel so comfortable and at home and as beginners no question was too sily or basic for her to answer. We had a really magical day cutting and stamping some pre-made soap and then had a go at making our own. Throughout each step I had my notebook to hand and Helga offered up vital information, tips and tricks and made sure I noted it all down so I wouldn't forget anything. The Chalke Valley Soaps workshop is just as beautiful as it looks on their Instagram page and getting to experience it first hand is something I will never forget. Helga's knowledge is second to none and there is nobody else I would have rather had a 1-2-1 lesson with, she really is a master of her craft. We were welcomed into her beautiful home nearby and had homemade lunch and refreshments which was a great touch. All in all this workshop was definitely money well spent. If you are a beginner like I was or a seasoned soap maker, there will be something to gain at any level I think. Thank you so much Helga, you continue to inspire me and I can only hope that oen day I will be as good a soapmaker as you xx

After years of admiring Helga's work, creative brain and her beautiful workshop via Instagram, I got enough courage to book a workshop. I have no experience with soap making, but I just wanted to learn from Helga!

I had a fantastic day!! The workplace is really beautiful, well organized and a dream to work in!

Helga is very sweet, happy, passionate and professional! She taught me all the basic skills involved in starting a soap business. I was allowed to ask all the questions I had, we went through the entire process together and I learned a lot of theory. Helga has encouraged me to further develop myself in the soap industry!

I went home with a lot of confidence and will continue to develop my soap skills.

A dream has begun...

I recommend everyone to follow this workshop! I recommend everyone to follow this workshop with Helga. It is very personal and is completely adapted to your own needs.

Thank you Helga, I will definitely come back for a second time!

Juliette from the Netherlands

We recently attended the botanical soap-making course and it was an absolutely incredible experience. As complete beginners, we were keen to learn how to create natural soap bars for our family and friends, with the added benefits of reducing costs and being environmentally conscious by avoiding bottled gels.

The atmosphere at the workshop was nothing short of amazing. Helga, our mentor made us feel right at home with her warm and inviting personality. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable, but she had a wonderful sense of humor that kept us engaged and excited about the process.

Helga walked us through the soap-making journey step by step, ensuring we understood each stage and emphasizing the importance of every detail. We were thrilled by the opportunity to get hands-on experience and create our own stunning soap bars. The whole process was both educational and fun!

We left the workshop feeling inspired and motivated, armed with the skills and knowledge to embark on our own soap-making adventures at home. The course has not only empowered us to craft beautiful, natural soap bars but has also deepened our commitment to reducing our environmental footprint.

We can't express enough how grateful we are for this wonderful experience. We highly recommend this course to anyone interested in soap-making.

Thank you, Helga, for such an enriching and enjoyable day. We can't wait to create our first batch of soap at home!

- Amanda & Lidia

I'm so happy that I could do this soap workshop! Helga is an amazing and excellent mentor. She teaches you all the tricks and it works so motivating and inspiring. Everything is so well organized, you feel more than welcome there.
The workshop exceeded my expectations and we made it a very long day but I learned a lot and we had both an amazing time.
Thank you so much, Helga, for this experience, it is priceless!
Hope to see you again,
Nele from Belgium

Dear Helga,

I've been waiting a long time for the news that you teach Soap classes! You don't know how happy I was to see this ad!🤩

Overall, I found the course to be informative and enjoyable. Your explanations were clear and helped me understand the process better. It allowed me to explore different ingredients and find what works best for me.🥳

Additionally, I’m grateful for the knowledge and skills I gained from your soap making course.
Thank you for your dedication and passion in teaching this craft! 🫶🏻🤩

You inspire aaaaa lot! The best in the UK!🔝🔝🔝

Kind regards, Mihaela from Mix Soaps 🤗

I had an absolutely fantastic experience attending the soap workshop with Helga at Studio Chalke Valley!

Helga’s passion for soap making was truly inspiring.
She expertly guided me through each step of the process, providing detailed explanations about the ingredients and techniques involved.

The workshop not only allowed me to tap into my creativity but also transformed the way I perceive my business.
It was a dream come true spending a day at Studio Chalke Valley soap.

I highly recommend this workshop to anyone who wants to bring a new perspective to the art of soap making and turn it into a business!

Thank you, Helga, for delivering an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations!

With a lots of love
Adriana

I have loved everything about Chalke Valley Soaps for a while now - lovely product, fantastic marketing, beautiful packaging and wonderful Helga at the heart of the business driving it all.

When I saw that Helga was offering 1-1 workshops I jumped at the chance! I started my business in December and it was an amazing opportunity to find out more about how a business that is so inspiring to me was able to get big so quickly, how soap making works at scale, efficiencies and so on. Helga was so welcoming and answered countless questions from me tirelessly! She is such a brilliant lady and I am so happy I got the opportunity to go on this workshop. I learnt so much over the day and Helga was so kind. She also provided a yummy homemade soup for lunch which was delicious and sent me home with a gorgeously wrapped gift box and some of the soap I had helped to make during the day. I even got a beautiful certificate!

Whether you are new to soap making, or have an established or fledgling business, I really recommend this workshop. I will put the things that I learnt from Helga into practice and the many tips and tricks she shared. She was so open about everything and it was just really lovely to spend time with someone else in the industry in this way.

Thank you so much!