AUTUMN APOTHECARY
A Seasonal Soap Making Experience
18th August – 17th October
As autumn settles across Hampshire and the harvest season begins, I invite you into my private apothecary studio for one of my most enchanting workshops of the year.
Inspired by Victorian apothecaries, country kitchens and the rich scents of the season, Autumn Apothecary celebrates everything I love about autumn. Together we will create a beautiful batch of traditional cold process soap using pumpkin purée, home-grown apple purée, warming spices and carefully chosen fragrances that capture the comfort of the season.
This is not a factory-style class or large group experience. With a maximum of eight guests, each workshop is designed to feel personal, welcoming and unhurried. A chance to spend a few hours creating, chatting and enjoying the simple pleasure of making something beautiful by hand.
Throughout your experience, I will guide you through the traditional cold process method step-by-step, sharing the techniques I have used to create Hampshire Soap products supplied to hotels, farm shops and customers across Hampshire.
At the end of the workshop, you will leave with approximately 10 bars of your own handmade soap, created entirely by you.
✨ The Experience Includes -
• Traditional cold process soap making tuition with Hampshire Soap founder, Debra Valvona
• A seasonal autumn featuring pumpkin purée, home-grown apple purée and autumn spices
• All ingredients, equipment and safety materials provided
• Approximately 10 bars of handmade soap to take home
• Small group sizes with a maximum of 8 guests
• Tea, coffee and seasonal refreshments
• Time to browse the Hampshire Soap Apothecary shop filled with handmade soaps, bath products and gifts
✨ Workshop Details -
Location: Chandlers Ford, Hampshire SO53 3HD
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Suitable for ages 14+
Off-street parking available
Toilet facilities on site (please note there is no disabled toilet)
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Whether you come alone, with friends, or as a special gift experience, Autumn Apothecary offers a wonderfully cosy escape into the magic of the season.
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
NO WALK IN AVAILABLE
Workshop Cancellation & Date Change Policy
As our workshops are planned and booked several months in advance, we kindly ask that you read the following carefully before booking.
• Cancellations
Cancellations made with 7 days’ notice or more are eligible for a workshop credit only, to be used against a future date.
Please note that no monetary refunds are available.
• Date Changes
If you need to change your workshop date, we require a minimum of 7 days’ notice. Date changes are subject to availability.
As a small, family-run business, last-minute changes greatly affect our ability to fill places. Your understanding helps us continue to offer thoughtfully run, small-group workshops.
Thank you for supporting handmade and small business 🤍
