THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Make your own natural soap and exfoliating sugar scrub in a small, hands-on class taught by Sydney Sauls. This 90-minute workshop in Baltimore focuses on sustainable ingredients and leaves you with usable products and reusable molds.
Make your own natural soap and exfoliating sugar scrub in a small, hands-on class taught by Sydney Sauls. This 90-minute workshop in Baltimore focuses on sustainable ingredients and leaves you with usable products and reusable molds.
Book with Keppel and Kismet LLC
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Keppel and Kismet LLC · Baltimore, Maryland
At Soaps, Suds & More’s hands-on workshop in Baltimore, Maryland, you’ll spend ninety focused minutes learning how simple, natural ingredients become luxury body care. Led by founder Sydney Sauls, the Sustainable Skincare: Soaps + Sugar Scrubs Workshop condenses practical chemistry, scent theory, and tasteful design into a small-group class (max 15) that’s open to participants age 12 and up. The session takes place in a bright studio-style workspace where stainless-steel scales, heat-safe mixing bowls, rows of essential oils, and banks of botanical infusions form the key features of the scene.
The class’s core elements are straightforward and tactile: melt-and-pour or cold-process soap bases enriched with goat’s milk, creamy additions like shea butter and aloe vera, and fragrant essential oils matched with dried herbs. You’ll measure, blend, pour, and unmold two custom soap bars and a jar of exfoliating sugar scrub, then leave with two reusable soap molds to continue making at home. That combination of take-home supplies and technique sets this workshop apart—it’s not just a demonstration, it’s a seed-to-shelf primer for sustainable self-care that travelers can replicate in rental kitchens after a trip.
Why visit this workshop while in Baltimore? It’s an accessible craft stop that complements outdoor days along Inner Harbor walkways or local park hikes: light on gear, high on tangible souvenirs, and friendly to visitors seeking low-impact, locally made goods. The class balances creativity and stewardship—participants learn how ingredient choices affect different skin types and how to minimize waste by using reusable molds and gentle formulations.
Expect instructor-led demonstrations, a scent-station for testing essential oils, and ample bench space for hands-on mixing. Safety protocols and clear instruction mean this is an ideal intro for beginners, crafters, and family groups. The session is anchored in sustainable practice: simple recipes, thoughtful ingredient sourcing, and techniques designed to reduce single-use packaging.
Practical notes: the workshop runs about 90 minutes, accommodates up to 15 people, and requires a minimum age of 12. Materials are provided and you walk away with usable products and the confidence to recreate them. For travelers who collect experiences instead of things, this class converts a basic souvenir into skills you’ll use long after the trip—one bar of soap at a time.
Sydney Sauls guides with practical clarity, offering troubleshooting tips for lye safety if cold-process methods are used and adaptations for sensitive skin. The pace allows you to ask questions about sourcing — including local apothecaries or farmer-markets — and how to scale recipes to household batches. Whether you’re making a travel-sized hand bar or a scrub to bring home for someone else, the class frames each product as thoughtful practice: functional, fragrant, and focused on minimizing waste while maximizing everyday utility. Bring practical curiosity.
The class runs approximately 90 minutes.
Yes — participants must be at least 12 years old.
Yes — all soap bases, oils, herbs, and molds required for the session are provided.
Generally yes; soaps and sugar scrubs are allowed in carry-on and checked luggage, but follow TSA rules for liquids if you include any oil-based liquids in small containers.
Accessibility is listed as 'no' in the listing; contact the operator directly to discuss accommodations.
Yes — instructors can guide substitutions and fragrance-free options for sensitive skin during the class.
Keppel and Kismet LLC is a Baltimore-based creative studio and workshop host that offers hands-on crafting experiences for beginners and experienced makers alike. The business runs seasonal and themed workshops including wood sign painting, chunky knit projects, and traditional textile techniques. Sessions are led by experienced instructors who guide participants through design selection, material preparation, and finishing techniques in a supportive, small-group setting. Offerings include monthly wood sign workshops where attendees design, paint, and personalize wooden signs; chunky knit workshops that teach hand-knitting with super-soft yarn or without needles for blankets and seasonal pumpkins; and a two-day Introduction to Sashiko and Visible Mending focused on repair, texture, and slow-fashion practices. Keppel and Kismet also provides private workshops tailored for groups such as Coracle Baltimore members, with access to a full design library and personalized options. The studio emphasizes accessibility and creativity: no prior experience is required for most sessions, materials are provided, and projects are suitable for gifts or home decor. Workshops foster community connections and tangible takeaways while teaching practical skills in an encouraging environment. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, Keppel and Kismet operates with clear scheduling, group sizes designed for hands-on attention, and a teaching approach that balances instruction with individual creative choice. Participants leave with finished pieces, new skills, and a reinforced appreciation for mindful crafting. The business’s programming supports sustainable practices like visible mending and mindful textile use, reinforcing a commitment to long-lasting, thoughtful handmade goods. Class sizes and schedules are posted on the business website regularly.
Book with Keppel and Kismet LLC