The Nova Studio
Contact Information
Address
Beavercreek, OH 45440 United States
Contact: Lori Nova Endres
Email: email@thenovastudio.com
Phone: 510-234-5700
I have a passion for making natural products & teaching / sharing what I know with other Makers. I started teaching in 2001 & opened The Nova Studio in Point Richmond in 2003. We held classes there until 2015. Now, I live in Ohio & our classes are predominantly online... so you can learn from anywhere in the world!
The Nova Studio offers many opportunities for you to learn from home - like individual on-demand Video eClasses and printable Class Handouts & eBooks by many talented teachers. We also have a helpful Blog with free tutorials, tips & tricks, recommended suppliers, & exclusive supplier discounts to help your business grow & thrive.Â
One of my favorite things is helping fellow Makers succeed in product making & businesses. Whether it's troubleshooting, product formulating, or help with teaching classes, just tell me what you need I'll let you know if I'm a good fit for the job (if not, I can probably refer you to someone I know who can help). We can accomplish a lot in just a few hours (through video or phone consults). If you're near Dayton, OH, I also do private lessons. Connect with me at email@thenovastudio.com
Upcoming Classes
Learn to Make Mineral Eye Shadow
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
DID YOU KNOW…
- With very little cost, equipment, or fuss, you can make your own mineral eye shadow at home!
- Loose mineral eye shadow has fewer ingredients & is more gentle to skin!
- Customized eye shadows in a rainbow of colors make wonderful gifts & it’s super fun to do with girlfriends too!
- The cost of raw materials is a fraction of what you’d pay at a high-end cosmetic company – for the same or better quality!
HSCG Certification "Basic CP/HP or MP" Exam Study Session
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: By Appointment
Registration Fee: $0.00
Do you have a goal of taking the HSCG Certification Exam for Basic CP/HP or MP, but are nervous you might not pass? Perhaps you’d like to study with a soap veteran who has been making CP, HP, & MP Soap (and teaching classes) for 20 years?! Would you like a guided study session with a fellow HSCG member (since 2005), to help make sure you have enough knowledge to be confident? If so, I’m here… at your service! Reach out for more info & to arrange a convenient date/time to meet me on Zoom. :-)
Coloring Soap Naturally, for Cold Process Soapmakers (eBook & Video)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
Would you like to color your soap naturally, using all-natural ingredients, but don’t know where to start? Have you had disappointing results with some ingredients that turned out …well… not how you expected?
Our Coloring Soap Naturally eClass takes the guesswork out of coloring your cold process soap with natural ingredients. Soapmaking teacher Ruth Esteves has gone through the “trial-and-error� part for you.
JUST Shower Steamers Video eClass
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
You asked & we created! A new eClass for “just� Shower Steamers!
Shower Steamers are sort of like a Fizzy Bath Bomb… but made for showers. They’re specially formulated “fizzies� intended to release their lovely scent into the STEAM as you’re taking a shower. We make them with essential oils & all-natural aromas so they have the benefit of true aromatherapy.
Shower Steamers are really about the aromatherapy benefit from their aroma!
Making All Natural Body Butters (7 Demo Videos + Class Handouts)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
In this eClass you’ll get my tested recipes, detailed instructions, & full demos for 3 types of body butters. You have permission use my recipes “as is� to make the exact same products I do (for personal use OR to sell). Of course, you’ll also learn how to customize them to suit your needs or just to be creative.
~ Perhaps you’ve tried making Body Butters using online recipes & they haven’t quite come out right?~ Don’t waste valuable time trying dozens of recipes just to find one that works, without fail.~ Don’t waste your hard earned money buying a bunch of ingredients you probably don’t need.~ I’m sharing all that I’ve learned about making Body Butters so you can be successful in making them too!
I’ve been making (and teaching) body butters for nearly 2 decades! If you value specific detailed information from a trusted source, I’m your girl. I’ll show you the methods & equipment I use and provide tested recipes that will shorten the time from your first batch to your favorite batch.
Learn to Make Cold Process Soap (from Scratch)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
Have you ever wondered what was involved with making all-natural soap, from scratch in your own kitchen? Do you, a close friend, or a family member have skin issues that are easily irritated by store-bought soaps & detergents? Many commercial soaps contain cheap petroleum-based ingredients & synthetic detergents that can be harsh on sensitive skin. By learning how to make soap in your own kitchen, you can tailor it to suit any skin type as well as insure that only the most beneficial ingredients go into your finished bars.
Fizzy Bath Bombs & Shower Steamers (8 Demo Videos + Class Handouts)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
In my 18+ years of making & teaching Bath Fizzies, I've learned a lot. This eClass comes with 7 Demo Videos & Printable Class Handouts (my 55-page Fizzy eBook)... is the most extensive in my collection! It's super organized & easy to follow, with a hyperlinked Table of Contents to find topics quickly.My goal in offering this Fizzies eClass is to share as much info & insight as I can about making Fizzies, to help you become an expert & make more successful batches.
Making Solid Salt Scrubs eClass
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
With Summer approaching, we’re shedding long pants in favor or skirts & shorts. It’s time to give your legs (and the rest of your neglected skin) some TLC.
Exfoliating body scrubs are great for physical exfoliation, but many can be messy & too oily in the shower or bath. No one wants to be standing on an oil-slicked, wet surface & risk a shower injury!
Enter SOLID SALT SCRUBS… the smartest way to exfoliate at home or on the go (because they’re easy to pack for vacation or a trip to the gym).
10 Steps to Launch Your First Class (On-Demand Teaching Workshop)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
- Ever thought about teaching soap/bath/body product making, or any craft?
- Have dreams of teaching a creative passion, but not sure where to begin?
- Wish you had help figuring out the necessary steps to teaching your first class?
- Want to feel confident you’re covering all your bases, before your next class?
Schedule your class with focus & purpose (without getting sidetracked).
Company: The Nova Studio
Address
Beavercreek, OH
Date & Time: By Appointment
Registration Fee: $0.00
Do you appreciate hands-on learning, learn best by doing, & want a trusted guide by your side? I would love to be that person for you and share all I know & love about making soap and natural bath & body products. My minimum for in-person lessons is 3 hours, but we can do more time if you're coming from farther away & want to cover more products or techniques in a day. Let me know what your ideal private lesson is by writing to: email@thenovastudio.com
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
How awesome would it feel to get paid to share your passion with others? Do you make handmade products for your friends & family? If so, teaching classes can be a really fun way to finance your hobby & make extra money. For crafters, artists, & makers who already own a business, teaching classes can be a rewarding way to increase profits, generate interest in your brand, & help establish you as an expert in your field. Read more at the link below.
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
Curious about what can be safely added to your Cold Process (CP) Soap to create lovely exfoliating bar soaps?
Not sure what your options are, exactly which type of ingredient to buy, or precisely how much to use?
Want to know which additives contribute to gentle exfoliation, moderate exfoliation, or heavy-duty exfoliation?
Hope to confidently create different exfoliating soap bars that your friends or customers will love?
Many natural ingredients can be added to handmade soap to create an exfoliating bar. Seeds, nuts, shells, grains, dried foods & herbs can be added to soap to help slough off dead skin cells. They can be used whole, chopped, or powdered.
After teaching soapmaking for 20 years & I’m happy to finally have a thorough, research-based class on exfoliants to share with you!
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: By Appointment
Registration Fee: $0.00
I love to help Makers gain confidence & succeed. Need troubleshooting, product formulating, or help with teaching classes? I can help! We can accomplish so much in just an hour or two. Let me know what you need & I'll let you know if I'm a good fit for the job (if I'm not... I'll try to refer you to someone who can). Reach out to: email@thenovastudio.com or call me at 1-510-234-5700 (Eastern Time).
Making All-Natural Perfumes (Roll-ons, Sprays, & Solids)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
Perfume making is my second favorite product to make (second only to Cold Process Soapmaking). The knowledge I’ve gained through making perfumes these past 2 decades has improved the complexity & longevity of the scent blends in my soap & other natural bath & body products like scrubs, body butters, & more.This eClass includes a 2.5 hour video (instant & unlimited access) as well as a printable, detailed Class Handout that has all my instructions, recipes/blends & more helpful info. I am thrilled to be sharing my knowledge & passion for this super fun topic with you!
Learn to Make Cold Process Soap (from Scratch)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
Have you ever wondered what was involved with making all-natural soap, from scratch in your own kitchen? Do you, a close friend, or a family member have skin issues that are easily irritated by store-bought soaps & detergents? Many commercial soaps contain cheap petroleum-based ingredients & synthetic detergents that can be harsh on sensitive skin. By learning how to make soap in your own kitchen, you can tailor it to suit any skin type as well as insure that only the most beneficial ingredients go into your finished bars.
Fizzy Bath Bombs & Shower Steamers (8 Demo Videos + Class Handouts)
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
In my 18+ years of making & teaching Bath Fizzies, I've learned a lot. This eClass comes with 7 Demo Videos & Printable Class Handouts (my 55-page Fizzy eBook)... is the most extensive in my collection! It's super organized & easy to follow, with a hyperlinked Table of Contents to find topics quickly.My goal in offering this Fizzies eClass is to share as much info & insight as I can about making Fizzies, to help you become an expert & make more successful batches.
Making Solid Salt Scrubs eClass
Company: The Nova Studio
Date & Time: Anytime
Registration Fee: $0.00
With Summer approaching, we’re shedding long pants in favor or skirts & shorts. It’s time to give your legs (and the rest of your neglected skin) some TLC.
Exfoliating body scrubs are great for physical exfoliation, but many can be messy & too oily in the shower or bath. No one wants to be standing on an oil-slicked, wet surface & risk a shower injury!
Enter SOLID SALT SCRUBS… the smartest way to exfoliate at home or on the go (because they’re easy to pack for vacation or a trip to the gym).
