Heritage Skills
Beginning Weaving
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAThis two-day introduction to weaving is taught by resident weaver Sharon Grist and covers: the mechanics of three kinds of floor looms how to do graph paper draw-downs of weave structures the process of making a warp how to properly thread heddles and reeds dressing the loom winding a proper bobbin hem-stitching the fabric Students […]
Simple Leatherworking Class
"Leather Crafting Basics and More" Craft something beautiful and functional in this leather class! You will have time to make a beautiful shoulder bag or any one of the following projects: The Foxfire Hiker Bag, phone pouch for your belt or over the shoulder, a Messenger bag, tote bag, "marbled" bag, leather wallet, passport wallet, […]
Summer Foraging Walk
Enjoy a guided plant and fungi identification walk at the Foxfire Museum. Southern Appalachia is one of the most botanically diverse regions of the world. On this walk, led by Cara-Lee Langston of Wildcraft Kitchen, participants will be introduced to useful plants and fungi that can be used as food or medicine. Topics covered include […]
Needle Felting
In this two-hour course, fiber artist Kelly Coldren will teach you the basics of sculpting wool using needles. These techniques can be used to make a variety of creations, from beads and garland to woodland critters! The course fee covers instruction, use of tools, and materials. Each attendee will take home their wool sculpture. Class […]
Cigar Box Dulcimer Workshop
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAIn this class, you will build your own cigar box dulcimer. Box and all parts needed are supplied. Come dressed prepared to get a little sawdust on yourself. We will be using basic hand tools. We will cover construction, tuning, intonation, and learn a few songs. You will leave with your own unique handmade instrument. […]
Log Hewing Class
$50.00 Axing techniques to hew a log safely. Tools will be provided. Bring along a lunch and please wear long pants and closed toe shoes. 8/30/24 from 9:30am to 12:30pm 10/25/24 from 10:30am-1:30pm Minimum of 2 and maximum of 5 participants. https://www.foxfire.org/shop/log-hewing-class/
Intro to Yarn Spinning
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAThis 6-hour class taught by Foxfire's resident weaver, Sharon Grist, will include instruction on different fibers and their characteristics and practical applications of carding, drafting, and spindle and wheel spinning. Students will spin wool and learn several ways to handle fiber to produce varying yarn structures. Students with their own wheel are welcome to bring […]
Fall Wildcrafting Workshop
Immerse yourself in the vibrant autumn Appalachian landscape as the leaves begin to fall. During the first half of our workshop, we will take a wild plant and mushroom ramble on the gentle to moderate well-maintained trails at Foxfire. Participants will have permission during this workshop only to sustainably harvest ingredients along the way. We […]