Workshops & Classes

Ready to connect with your inner herbalist? Step into nature and the art of handcrafting with Rebecca. A workshop at R&J Riverbrook Farm in the countryside of Newberg, Oregon is a fun way to learn something new and get people together for a special occasion or just because!

How does it work? Simply decide upon the experience that you are interested in and fill out the Workshop Sign Up Form below. We’ll look at the days and times you prefer as well as any specific date you have in mind. We’ll contact you to schedule and send you a link to pay your workshop fee.

Introduction to Soap Making

$59/person

This class is the perfect introduction to soap making. It covers ingredients, equipment and saftey while working with lye. Join me in the farm kitchen as I demonstrate the process of soap making. Each person will leave with printed step by step instructions, a recipe, resource list and the confidence to create your own soap. The price is per person with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6. Class is approximately 1 1/2 hours. I also offer private sessions for $75. In the Spring, enjoy an optional visit to the barn to meet the new kids on the farm.

The Art of Infusion

$75.00

In this in-person, hands on class we will explore the art of oil infusions. We will cover the different oil options and methods of infusing our herbs, dry vs fresh. This class, will focus on an olive oil infusion with both dry and fresh plant material. I’ll walk you through the process of preparing our plant material for infusing and demonstrate two recipes for creating a body care product. You can choose from a simple lotion, lotion bar, lip balm or a salve. Plants will be selected according to availability and time of year and you will leave with a sample of your experience along with the recipes to create them on your own. A minimum of two people is required to book a class with a maximum of 6 . A list of supplies you need to bring will be sent to you upon booking. I provide the plant material, olive oil and ingredients for your chosen project. Plan for 2 1/2 hours for this class.

Soap Making Workshop

$150.00

In this hands-on, supervised class, you will make goat milk soap using the cold process method while I support each step. We will explore using lye and fragrance calculators, saponification tables, colors and botanicals.

All materials and ingredients are provided, except your molds and an optional apron to make approximately one pound of soap. After class, you’ll take your soap home, slice into bars, cure and be on your way to being more self-sufficient in making cold process soap. Your soap will be ready to use or give in about one month. Making your own soap is a creative and useful skill and once you learn the process, you can make your own bars of natural soap for personal use or to give as gifts. This workshop is approximately 2 hours of soap making and answering your questions.

I recommend you take the Basic Soap Making Class if you’ve never made soap prior to this workshop, however, I will go over the basic safety instructions prior to making soap. This class is recommended for adults and children over the age of 12.

Classes are held in my farm kitchen. Please bring your own soap molds. Pringle’s cans, cardboard milk cartons work well. Please bring 1or 2 containers for this project or purchased silicon molds. Also, wear long sleeves, bring an apron, and a cardboard box for transporting your soap home. This workshop is fun to share with a friend or as a private session.