Make Something Meaningful this October

Make Something Meaningful This October!

Sanborn Mills Farm

(603) 435- 7314

info@sanbornmills.org

www.sanbornmills.org

   

Learn the timeless craft of logging with oxen! Join instructors Ray Ramsey and Tyler Allen to explore traditional tools and techniques for hauling wood safely and efficiently. Perfect for anyone interested in animal-powered forestry or historic farming practices.

Transform your own photos or sketches into stitched works of art inspired by Japanese boro—the elegant tradition of hand-mending with visible stitches. Layer fabrics, create patterns with simple running stitches, and bring texture and life to your designs.

Logging with Oxen

Memory Quilt

Step back in time and learn the art of dressing a high post bed. Learn to assemble both flat and curved tester beds and explore a range of historic and regional dressing styles. Gain practical methods for measuring, sourcing fabrics and hardware, and constructing hangings, curtains, and valances. Leave with a sample book of reproduction historic fabrics, a measurement template, and a deeper understanding of period-appropriate bed coverings and styles. Ideal for museum professionals and enthusiasts of historic homes alike.

Dressing The High Post Bed

Discover the art of fine woodworking through the creation of elegant boxes accented with decorative string inlay. Over three days, you’ll learn every step of the process—from designing and building your box to adding refined inlay details that elevate it from functional to truly artful. With hands-on instruction in joinery, finishing, and the precision techniques of both straight and curved string inlay, this workshop is ideal for woodworkers ready to expand their craftsmanship and bring new beauty to their projects.

Decorative Inlay Boxes

Ready to put your peen to work? Learn to forge classic candle holders while mastering essential blacksmithing skills—scrolling, tapering, and forming sockets. From simple candlesticks to intricate sconces, you’ll leave with both beautiful pieces and sharper hammer control. For students with some forging experience under their belt.

Candle Holders