Using earth from this land, learn how to identify, mix and make a sculpted creation! Earth Sculpting is completely connected to the land, and throughout time and traditions people have used earth to create beauty and practical items. Earth Ovens, Cob homes and buildings, Benches, Sculptures. Gain confidence to use this medium and enjoy sharing […]
Candle Making & Candle Craft October 7, 2023 9am - 3pm at the Michigan Folk School on Staebler Farm. Together we will explore the wonderful medium of raw beeswax as we learn to create custom dipped taper candles in this workshop. Hand-dipping tapered candles is an ancient craft that remains unaltered to this day. The […]
Earth Oven Workshop This workshop serves as an introduction to the realm of natural earth building by teaching participants to build their own low-cost, wood-fired over from clay, sand, straw and water. Earth ovens bake like expensive commercial wood-fired ovens while costing a fraction of the price, and serve beautifully for making breads, pizza, and just about […]
Rocket Stoves can be made from simple materials and provide a very efficient heat source. This Rocket Stove Outdoor Cooker is easy to make and use.
STRAWBALE STUDIO TOURS – See the enchanting buildings with thatched & living roofs, earth oven, rocket stove, rumford fireplace. Structures include the Strawbale Studio, Hobbit Sauna, Middle Earth. On lovely rural land 1 hour North of Detroit. Questions invited! REGISTRATION Note there is a Joy of Foraging Plant Class in the Afternoon, see below. Note:) […]
Saturday, July 1, 2023 FORAGING WALK at Strawbale Studio 1-5:30 p PLUS optional plant harvest & Potluck / Bonfire from 5:30 – 8pm Come to the Strawbale Studio for a plant walk on this beautiful wooded rural land 1 hr north of Detroit, and experience a number of edible plants that grow wild in […]
Natural Building & Sustainable Skills Program @ Strawbale Studio July 2-28 2023, Oxford, Michigan USA 1 hr N of Detroit. During this 4 week live-in Program at Strawbale Studio experience a variety of natural building skills through classes and hands-on: Foundation, Round pole framing, Thatched & Living Roof, Strawbale walls, Earth Plaster & Cob. Learn […]
STRAWBALE STUDIO TOUR – See the enchanting buildings with thatched & living roofs, earth oven, rocket stove, rumford fireplace. Structures include the Strawbale Studio, Hobbit Sauna, Middle Earth. On lovely rural land 1 hour North of Detroit. Questions invited! Note:) Each tour has a WORKSHOP SCHEDULED FOR THE AFTERNOON ...that you might also want to […]
Discover the JOY of SPOON CARVING, and afterwards you are invited to stay on for a delicious potluck! Learn the basics of whittling that can be applied to a variety of projects! This is a skill to last a lifetime :) Class from 1-6, followed by an optional Potluck. Note: You can also register for […]
Natural Building INTERNSHIP & Sustainable Skills Program @ Strawbale Studio August 1-28, 2023 Oxford, Michigan USA 1 hr N of Detroit. Enjoy this enriching experience of living on the land at Strawbale Studio ! Help create & maintain Strawbale Studio buildings & grounds ~ while learning many sustainable living skills along the way! 2 […]
