Crafting with Birch Bark
This workshop will explore the amazing qualities of the inner bark of the paper birch tree. Students will begin by creating a double woven diagonal plaited basket.
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The workshop
This workshop will explore the amazing qualities of the inner bark of the paper birch tree. Students will begin by creating a double woven diagonal plaited basket. In the afternoon students will shift focus to birch bark ornaments, where you will learn to transform strips of bark into birds and stars utilizing techniques inspired by Scandinavian and Russian basketry traditions. Included in this workshop there will be a discussion on how to responsibly harvest and prepare the bark, deepening your understanding of the material. No prior experience is necessary.
Skills and techniques
- diagonal plaiting
- harvesting and preparing birch bark
- folding and weaving bark into 3-dimensional objects
Before you come
Details for students
Where
One of the farm's studios, confirmed at check-in. See the campus
Staying on the farm
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Your instructor
Questions about this workshop, housing, or meals? Email registrar@sanbornmills.org or call (603) 435-7314. Please read the workshop policies before you register.