Taught by Foxfire contact and demonstrator Kermit Rood, this one-day class introduces the student to the fundamentals of woodworking. The class will focus on historic and present day methods, tools, and equipment, shop safety and setup, as well as sources for lumber and hardware. You will leave this class with a handmade wooden box, made […]
Learn how to make Castile soap in this one-day workshop. This vegetable-based soap is made from a blend of olive and coconut oils and is ideal for individuals with allergies or sensitive skin. Instructor TBA. The session runs from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. Please be sure to bring your lunch!
Treat your kids to an unforgettable summer experience! Wildcraft Kitchen is a fun and unique five-day camp for ages 7-13 located in the beautiful mountains of Northeast Georgia. Students will learn a variety of heritage skills related to food, cooking, nature, foraging, and herbalism. Activities include heirloom gardening, Appalachian woodstove and open-hearth cookery, traditional food […]
This 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 […]