Ever wonder how bees create wax—and how you can turn it into something useful?

In this hands-on class, we’ll start inside the hive and follow the process of how honey bees produce beeswax, why it matters to the colony, and how your local beekeepers harvest and prepare it for use. From there, we’ll move into practical application—teaching you how to transform raw beeswax into simple, functional products you can use at home. You’ll learn:

• How bees produce and use wax in the hive

• What makes high-quality beeswax and how to process it

• The basics of melting, filtering, and handling wax safely

• How to formulate and create a solid lotion bar or pet paw armor

This class is perfect for beginners, homesteaders, and anyone interested in making clean, effective products using real, local ingredients.

Each participant will leave with:

• Their own handmade beeswax product

• A simple, repeatable recipe

• The confidence to keep creating at home

No prior experience needed—just come ready to learn and get your hands a little waxy.