Foxfire Fiber Friends
Stop by the Rabun County Public Library to spend an afternoon with Foxfire artists Sharon Grist. Bring along your current fiber project – whether it’s knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, embroidery, […]
Stop by the Rabun County Public Library to spend an afternoon with Foxfire artists Sharon Grist. Bring along your current fiber project – whether it’s knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, embroidery, […]
This fun class is all about the history and creation of a small traditional style face jug. Face Jugs have a rich history in Appalachia that reaches far beyond our […]
In this exciting class led by Georgann Lanich, you will explore 3 different pottery methods that were used by many cultures before the invention of the pottery wheel. Each of […]
Join blacksmith John Scroggin at the Foxfire forge for a hands-on introduction to blacksmithing. Under his guidance, you’ll learn how to use fire, hammer, and anvil to transform raw steel […]
Learn the essentials of flintknapping with heritage craftsman and former Foxfire student Jim Enloe. Classes include basic instruction on how to shape flint and other stones into useful tools such […]
Here’s your chance to learn the basics in our Woodstove Cookery class with longtime Foxfire friend Tommy Waldrop! Held inside our historic Warwoman cabin, Tommy will guide you through the essentials of […]
Learn how to build a traditional poplar bark basket with heritage skill expert Andrew Lee! In this four-hour class, a pre-removed, folded and dried poplar bark preform will be provided. Students […]
In this two-hour class you will learn the process and technique required to make sourdough bread, as well as the butter to top it! Heritage Cooking demonstrator Mary Waldrop will […]
In this two-hour course, fiber artist Kelly Coldren will teach you the basics of sculpting wool using needles to make tiny acorns! These techniques can be used to make a […]
Learn the basics of weaving baskets as we create a small berry basket or potato basket. We’ll plan to complete at least one project during class time. You may have […]
This 2-day workshop will introduce beginning and intermediate students to the basic techniques of blacksmithing using the forge, anvil, and hammers. A range of forging techniques will be demonstrated for […]
This fun class is all about the history and creation of a small traditional style face jug. Face Jugs have a rich history in Appalachia that reaches far beyond our […]
In this exciting class led by Georgann Lanich, you will explore 3 different pottery methods that were used by many cultures before the invention of the pottery wheel. Each of […]
Join blacksmith John Scroggin at the Foxfire forge for a hands-on introduction to blacksmithing. Under his guidance, you’ll learn how to use fire, hammer, and anvil to transform raw steel […]
Learn how to build a traditional poplar bark basket with heritage skill expert Andrew Lee! In this four-hour class, a pre-removed, folded and dried poplar bark preform will be provided. Students […]
Looking for a simple, new fiber art to practice? Wet felting is a great activity for all ages and uses just three materials: water, soap, and wool. Led by our […]
In 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 […]
During this two-day introduction to weaving, taught by resident weaver Sharon Grist, students will learn the mechanics of floor looms, the process of making a warp, how to properly thread […]
Ever wondered what it’s like to cook breakfast on a woodstove? Now’s your chance! Join longtime Foxfire friend Tommy Waldrop in our historic Warwoman cabin, where he’ll walk you through […]
Learn the basics of weaving baskets as we create a small berry basket or potato basket. We’ll plan to complete at least one project during class time. You may have […]