Flax in the Field: Growing, Harvesting, and Processing Flax for Handmade LinenAndrea MyklebustWednesday, July 13th- Thursday, July 14th 9:00am-5:00pmWorkshop OverviewFlax in the Field is part of our Flax to Linen mini series, which teaches students to grow, process, and spin flax to linen, taught by Andrea Myklebust. In the first of this two-workshop series, we […]
Woven Garden Obelisk and Peony Crowns in WillowJes ClarkJuly 14th - July 15th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThis Workshop is full. You may join the waitlist or find a similar workshop on a different date. In this workshop, students learn traditional weaving techniques while creating garden supports and focal pieces. Students will use willow grown at Sanborn […]
Flax to Linen: Hand Spinning Flax into Linen YarnAndrea MyklebustFriday, July 15th - Saturday, July 16th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewFlax in the Field is part of our Flax to Linen mini series, which teaches students to grow, process, and spin flax to linen, taught by Andrea Myklebust. In the second of this two-workshop series, students […]
Blacksmithing Creating in Copper, Brass, and IronGarry KalajianSaturday, July 16- Sunday, July 17 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewStudents will learn to cut, shape, then anneal copper and brass sheet-metal to create kitchen utensils or candlesticks. Students will begin by sinking and raising copper and brass to form spoons, ladles, or drip pans for candle wax. Then, […]
Stake and Strand Willow BasketrySandra KehoeSaturday, July 16th- Sunday, July 17th 9:00 am- 5:00 pmWorkshop OverviewIn this two-day class, open to all levels, students will learn how to make a beautiful and functional willow basket. We will discuss the basics of traditional round stake and strand willow basketry along with the methods of growing, gathering […]
Rice Paste ResistBerkley HeathMonday, July 25th - Friday, July 29th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewKatazome is an ancient Japanese printmaking technique created using sticky rice flour paste as a resist in an indigo vat. In this workshop, students will learn the traditional methods of creating these prints and present some modern techniques that can be used […]
Natural Dye Basics: Harvesting Color from the Dye GardenSara GoodmanWednesday, August 3rd- Friday, August 5th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this workshop, students will learn the varieties of natural dye plants that grow successfully in our region, harvest and process plants used for natural dyes from the Sanborn Mills Farm dye garden, and create dye baths […]
Natural Dye: A Focus on Protein FibersCatharine EllisMonday August 8th- Friday, August 12th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThis workshop will focus on the best practices for mordanting and dyeing protein fabrics and fibers, including both wool and silk. Purchased dyestuffs and extracts will be used as well as some locally grown plants. There will be discussion […]
Natural Dye: A Focus on Cellulose Fibers and PrintingCatharine Ellis Monday August 15th- Friday, August 19th 9:00 am- 5:00 pmWorkshop OverviewNatural dyers often find cellulose fibers (cotton, linen, ramie, Tencel, etc.) more challenging to dye with natural colorants than protein fibers. The core of this workshop will cover various approaches to successful mordanting and dyeing of […]
As the COVID-19 Pandemic still lingers please understand that your safety is our biggest concern. Although we are not requiring vaccines to attend this event, we do ask that everyone take personal responsibility for protecting other visitors by staying home if you feel ill or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive […]
Celebrating with Garlands from NatureLynn Martin GratonSunday, August 21 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWorkshop OverviewWearing fresh flowers and greens for celebrations is a tradition shared by many cultures and stretches back to ancient times. In New England, the custom of making garlands to celebrate May Day is based upon traditions brought long ago from England. […]
Blacksmithing BasicsGarry KalajianFriday, August 26th - Sunday, August 28th 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewBlacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in the course will work with a traditional coal forge and mild steel. Students will begin with an introduction to body […]
Botanical Printing and Eco-Dyeing on Paper with Book Binding Basics and the Coptic StitchAnne McMillanSaturday, September 3 - Sunday, September 4 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop Overview:This workshop will cover the basics of Botanical Printing, or Eco-Dyeing, and the process to create Books from your dyed papers. Botanical Printing/Eco-Dyeing is a wonderful way to create plant impressions […]
Harvest Baskets in Willow: An Introduction to Round Stake and Strand Willow WeavingJes ClarkThursday, September 8th- Friday, September 9th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this workshop, students learn and practice traditional weaving techniques while creating beautiful and functional harvesting baskets. Students will use an innately colorful selection of willows cultivated at Sanborn Mills and Willow Vale […]
Explorations in Vessel Making with Fiber Dayna TalbotThursday, September 8 - Friday, September 9 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this two-day workshop, students will learn two different techniques to create woven sculptural vessels using resists. Students will explore the vessel form through experimentation and invention. On the first, day, students will explore the technique of creating sculptural […]
Blacksmithing: Door Hardware Garry KalajianFriday, September 9th - Sunday, September 11th 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this workshop, students will utilize blacksmithing techniques to create a variety of useful and decorative door hardware pieces. Students will create pieces based on their interest, personal style, and skill level. If students would like to discuss projects prior to the […]
Ribbed Style Willow BasketSandra KehoeSaturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 11th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this two-day workshop, open to all levels, students will learn how to make a beautiful and functional willow basket. Students will learn the basics of rib style willow basketry along with the methods of growing, gathering, and processing willow for weaving. […]
Natural Dye Basics: Dyeing Yarn with Mordant Dyes & Indigo-Fall SessionSara GoodmanWednesday, September 14th - Friday, September 16th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThe Natural Dye Basics workshop series at Sanborn Mills Farm is taught by our lead teacher, Sara Goodman. This series of 5 classes are an introduction to the colorful world of natural dyes. Each […]