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Back Porch Soap Company

Back Porch Soap Company, founded by Marla Bosworth in 1998, offers workshops and classes on making natural skincare products, essential oil blends, and natural wax candles. Marla is well-known in the natural skincare community and provides a comfortable environment for students to learn and ask questions.

Upcoming Classes (1)

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Tuesday, October 20th
6–8:30pm ET

$198

About Back Porch Soap Company

Back Porch Soap Company was founded in 1998 by Marla Bosworth. Ms. Bosworth leads workshops, brand activations and corporate events to share her knowledge of how to formulate natural skincare products, soaps, candles and perfumes. She is passionate about the organic beauty industry and sharing her knowledge so that attendees can learn to make their own products. She is well-known in the natural skincare community. She teaches experiential workshops that are engaging as well as providing a comfortable environment for students to ask questions and learn.

Ms. Bosworth speaks at wellness events and conferences throughout the U.S.

Ms. Bosworth owned and operated two brick-and-mortar stores, managed a nationwide team of sales reps for her beauty brand, exhibited at major trade shows throughout the U.S. and sold to major retailers such as Whole Foods. Recently, Marla was selected as a mentor, coach and judge for the Emerging Beauty Brands category for the NY NOW wholesale trade show for retailers.

School location

Map showing 711 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025

Back Porch Soap Company

Upper West Side, Manhattan
711 Amsterdam Ave
Btwn W 94th & W 95th Streets
New York, New York 10025
Directions & arrival details
Little Shop of Crafts (private studio within the store)

Reviews of Back Porch Soap Company

(4.8-star rating across 184 reviews)
  • Professional Cold Process Soap Making

    Justin M. • December 10, 2025
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    Rosa R. • November 3, 2025
    I had so much fun making candles! It was super interesting to see and learn about the different oils that can be added to create unique fragrances. Marla was patient, kind, and the sweetest person. I’d definitely recommend this workshop to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing activity. Oh, and I can’t forget the added bonus of the lovely wine that was served! ??️
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    Christina O. • November 3, 2025
    Marla was great! It was just us 4 for the session and the class was great! We even received a small gift at the end courtesy of Marla. I highly recommend to go with a group.
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    Chyna A. • October 14, 2025
  • NYC Premium Candle Making Experience

    Doris T. • October 14, 2025
    I felt like I wasted my money, melt and pour candles is really easy. I don’t know why but I went home empty of knowledge. P.S. The trainer was really nice, this is not against her or anything, it’s just the course is not really engaging enough.
  • Professional Cold Process Soap Making

    Anonymous • August 21, 2025
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    Anonymous • May 13, 2025
    Great time and price
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    Alex R. • April 8, 2025
    Lovely class! Great guidance and output
  • NYC Premium Candle Making Experience

    Irene A. • December 11, 2024
    Marla is a gem!! Her hospitality was amazing and she had the best play list. Although it was a mix of couples and best friends, there was a simple ease and flow throughout the class with Marla leading the way. Definitely recommend!!! She also has other classes that sound fun to try.
  • Professional Cold Process Soap Making

    Traci V. • December 9, 2024
    Wonderful class! Wish we had more time to make the soap at the end though. Looking forward to making another batch soon!
  • NYC Candle Making Sip and Pour

    James O. • November 16, 2024
  • Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making

    Peta-gaye W. • October 30, 2024
  • Professional Candle Making Class

    Aparna K. • October 22, 2024
    Absolutely amazing! Learnt so many new things . Marla is a superb teacher with just so much knowledge. So many questions were answered.
  • NYC Premium Candle Making Experience

    Anonymous • October 13, 2024
    It was just me and my bf for the class. Marla was very nice and took her time explaining things to us. She even took out some liquid colors from the back because I really wanted an orange color. She was good at helping with scent mixing and we left happy with everything we made! Thank you!
  • Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making

    Aidan A. • September 22, 2024
    I liked it but it wasn’t that fun of a class. Good host.
  • Herbal Body Scrubs and Healing Balms

    Tania C. • August 14, 2024
  • Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making

    Tania C. • July 27, 2024
  • Professional Cold Process Soap Making

    Anonymous • July 26, 2024
    Marla and Kay are the best
  • Professional Cold Process Soap Making

    Suzy J. • May 15, 2024
    I really enjoyed the class. The instructor, Marla, was very knowledgeable and great at explaining the process of soapmaking. She covered the safety concerns and do's & don't of working with lye. I feel comfortable enough to be able to do this on my own at home. She was kind and helpful, going above and beyond my expectations.
  • Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making

    Angelica A. • April 23, 2024
    It was fun. I learned how to make naturally made soap in easy way.

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