2009 Annual Conference

May 12 - 14, 2009, Palm Springs, CA

The Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild would like to invite you to celebrate our 12th Annual Conference in Palm Springs, California on May 12 - 14, 2009, running Tuesday thruough Thursday! It will be at the beautiful Miramonte Resort and Spa.

Come network with other soapmakers from around the country and around the world! Learn new techniques for your craft and for your business. Whether you are a seasoned soap maker or just starting out, you'll go home with material you can use in your soap making endeavors. With classes on soapmaking, business, demonstrations and an expert’s panel you will be sure to learn valuable tips to improve your product and your business.

Conference attendance is open to members and non-members of the Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild, Inc. The registration fee includes attendance to all classes, demonstrations and workshops, participation in door prizes, drawings and prize awards and optional participation in the Soapers Showcase. Meals and snacks are provided as part of the conference fee.

Registration starts on the evening of Monday, May 11th and continues on the morning of Tuesday, May 12th. Conference classes and activities run all day Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, culminating in the Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday evening. Certification Level I and II testing for members will be scheduled during the conference.

Conference attendees qualify for special room rates.