Fall 2026 Classes

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Hello friends!
I always look forward to our class gatherings and the wonderful friendships that develop as we create beautiful, healthy things together. Honestly, those connections are the most rewarding part of teaching!
I have a few exciting classes coming up—including one at my home and two through Utah Valley University (UVU)—and I would love to see you there.
1. Elderberry Syrup Class 
  • When: Saturday, November 21 at 5:00 PM
  • Where: My home in Elk Ridge, Utah
  • Cost: $20 per 12 oz bottle (Order up to 4 bottles)
  • What’s Included: Dinner is provided! We'll be having white bean chicken chili with fresh toppings, plus fruit on the side. Plan on about 3 to 3.5 hours for the class.
Our syrup is crafted with organic homegrown elderberries, rose hips, astragalus, ginger, fennel, cinnamon, and cloves, sweetened with apple juice and honey. You will take home a finished, shelf-stable bottle ready for your pantry or fridge. Elderberry syrup is fantastic for seasonal immune support, but it's also delicious as a sweetener for herbal tea, a topping for pancakes, or blended with strawberries and lemon balm for homemade herbal popsicles!
Elderflowers and elderberries


2. UVU Continuing Education Classes (Lehi Campus)
  • Herbal Oils, Salves, & Lotions
    • Thursday, October 15 from 6:00- 9:00 PM
    • Learn how to work with native and easy-to-grow herbs to make your own salves, lip balm and lotion. Explore the benefits of rendering tallow for skincare. You will take home a bottle of herbal lotion and my favorite recipes for making your own lip balms and lotions.
  • Making Shampoo & Conditioner Bars
    • Thursday, October 22 from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    • Explore the differences between natural soap-based bars and synthetic detergent (syndet) bars, including the pros and cons of each. You'll take home a custom shampoo and conditioner bar ready to use!
How to Sign Up:
To register for either of the UVU courses, please use this registration link. You'll need to scroll down to the class titled, "Nature's Touch- Handmade Skincare."
For the elderberry class at my home, venmo me @Leslie-Whitlock-2 to reserve your spot. You can also email me with any questions at leslieslotions@gmail.com. 
I will also have some handmade lotions and soaps available for purchase at each of these classes—they make perfect holiday gifts.
Hope to see you there!
Here are some samples of what we'll be learning about and making at the UVU classes. 









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