From Fresh Milk to Finished Bar
Creamy. Gentle. Handmade. Let’s turn fresh goat milk into rich, nourishing soap you’ll be proud to use (or gift).
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft a full batch of goat milk soap, ~9 luscious bars from start to finish. We’ll blend science and traditional home craft as you practice safe cold-process techniques, work with fresh milk, manage temperature like a pro, and customize your bars with natural scents and colorants. You’ll leave with beautiful, deluxe soap, a basic soap making kit and the confidence to recreate the process at home.
When: We’ll schedule this workshop again when we get at least 4 pre-registrants.
Where: Bend/Sisters
Pre-registration Price: $125
Full Price: $137
Supplies Fee: $55
Get First in Line! Pre-Register!
Pre-registration is free; we only charge your credit card when we’re ready to schedule (and you say ok). When 4 people pre-register, we’ll set up the next workshop!
The Details
Milk, Lye, Magic
Goat milk soap is a little more delicate than standard cold process—and that’s what makes it special. You’ll safely incorporate fresh goat milk into your batch while learning how to handle temperature and timing to protect its creamy goodness.
Control Creaminess
Texture matters. We’ll walk through how to monitor heat, use external temperature control for sensitive ingredients, and prevent scorching so your bars cure smooth, rich, and beautiful.
Customize Your Bars
Choose natural scents and colorants to create soap that reflects your style. You’ll gain confidence adapting the process for future batches at home—so your sink (and your friends) never run out of the good stuff.
Workshop Leader
Rebecca Saul
Rebecca Saul began her soap-making journey in 2012, and what started as curiosity evolved into her business, Farm-To-Sink. After bringing Nigerian Dwarf goats onto her farm, she began crafting goat milk soap known for its gentle, cleansing qualities. Rebecca sources high-quality, natural, local, and sustainable ingredients whenever possible and loves experimenting with new recipes and techniques. Her approach blends careful science with joyful creativity—and she can’t wait to share it with you.
Partner
Farm-To-Sink
We’re thrilled to partner with Rebecca Saul’s business, Farm-To-Sink, a Sisters-based maker of handcrafted goat milk products. Through Glimfeather Farms, Rebecca creates small-batch goods using fresh, nutrient-rich goat milk and sources over 60% of ingredients from the Pacific Northwest. It’s truly farm-to-sink; local, thoughtful, and nourishing from start to finish.
In The News!
See Soap Making in the News
Enjoy this piece by Central Oregon Daily News and get a feel for this fantastic workshop!
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frequently asked questions
How should I dress?
Wear comfortable clothes and long sleeves you don’t mind getting dirty—or bring an apron.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring an apron, eye protection (if you don’t wear glasses), a mask, and rubber or latex gloves. Your supply cost includes a basic soap making kit to take home: stick blender, mold, spatula, pouring cup and bucket.
Can I attend with my kid?
Teens are welcome.
Will there be food?
There’s no potluck for this one, so please bring a water bottle and a snack if needed.
What is School of Ranch?
School of Ranch is a Central Oregon based 501c3 nonprofit. We hire experienced locals to teach practical and artisan skills, live and in person. Beyond teaching skills and helping grow our workshop leader’s businesses, we create common ground for neighbors. School of Ranch brings together people regardless of politics, age, background or beliefs.