Basket Weaving ~ Instructor Bev Larson
Have fun learning to weave a basket! Traditionally, the round shape of the melon basket got its name from the shape of a melon. Add your own creative twist to this traditional style, by choosing a bright color to weave your basket with.
Calligraphy & Gel Print to Found Art ~ Instructor Ann Bailey
Utilize the elements of calligraphy with various writing tools–everything from crayons to pen and ink to markers and brush pens. Learn, play, explore, and experiment with words and letters as you make cards unique by adding gel prints, found art, and calligraphy!
Carve a Brasstown Pattern ~ Instructor Richard Carter
Get an introduction to the carving patterns created by the Brasstown Carvers over generations. From figures depicting farm and country life to the iconic Nativity scene, these patterns are recognized as part of a long tradition of woodcarving in the Brasstown Valley and represent a significant contribution to Folk School craft history. Students will work at their own pace and may complete more than one pattern.
Colors of Nature–Soapmaking with Herbs, Spices, & Clays ~ Instructor Allison Haigler
Make your own collection of interesting soaps. Using only natural ingredients, make colorful soaps with herbs, spices, and other safe additives. Learn traditional cold process soapmaking combining oils and lye while having fun with a variety of molds, scents, and colors.
Design, Fire, Admire ~ Instructor Lynn Ann Miller
Learn the basics of kiln fired enamels. Apply vibrant colors of powdered glass to copper. Create a treasured gift for yourself or to share.
Explore the Mighty Uke! ~ Instructor Marvin Daniels
Let’s all sing and play together on the ukulele. Learn tuning, simple strumming patterns, and enough chords to play songs.
Fire & Forging ~ Instructor Abel Allen
Learn the FUNdamentals of shaping hot metal through a variety of projects that are not only beautiful, but useful too. Building fires, using tools, and an understanding of the science behind smithing, will guide us in an exploration of the basic principles behind every great piece of art that’s crafted from steel.
Fun & Funky Quilts ~ Instructor Nancy Hinds
Stitch together fabrics to make a quilt with a funky twist. Choose from the fabrics provided or bring your own in prints and colors you love. End the week with your very own quilt.
Jewelry Treasures ~ Instructor Terry Hale
Create our own jewelry treasures! Learn to measure and cut wire, then form it into beautiful bead and stone jewelry using professional techniques.
Morris Dancing–Jingle! Hop! Skip! ~ Instructor Nick Kelischeck
Wear bells, bang sticks, wear colorful costumes, and have fun learning Border Morris dance, an ancient dancing style from England. This is one of the famous dances performed yearly at the Folk School Fall Festival.
Mythical Being Superhero Masks ~ Instructor Pam Beagle-Daresta
Using references from ancient world beings you will be inspired to create images and a visual story/legend for your own super being. Working with lots of choices for mixed-media mark making, design and create a wearable mask or headdress of your own super being.
Summertime Frozen Treats ~ Instructor Susannah Thompson
Ready, set, freeze! Beat the heat with some tasty summertime treats. Learn to make (and eat!) popsicles, sorbet, ice cream sandwiches, and other summer classics sure to help cool you down.
Unbe-weave-able Art in Cloth! ~ Instructor Bailey Knight
When thinking about fine art, a painted fabric canvas may come to mind, but did you know that the fabric itself can be its own form of art? While creating woven fabric, you can tweak a wide variety of elements that create color, texture, and pattern. Learn the fundamentals of weaving, set up your own loom, and push the limits of cloth to create a final project of your choice, which could be a scarf, pillow, mug rug, or artwork for the wall.
Woodturning–Wonderful Wood ~ Instructor Steve Cook
Turn a piece of wood into your very own special creation. Learn how to make a variety of fun projects that you can finish and decorate in your own style. Make some gifts for your friends or family, and some fun things for yourself.
Wonderful World of Fiber ~ Instructor Emolyn Liden
Explore multiple aspects of fiber art through knitting, spinning, dyeing, and needle felting. Learn how to get started on projects such as a headband, scarf, or washcloth. Experience using a hand spindle, spinning wheel, hand cards, ball winder, and more. Get an introduction to reading knitting patterns and return home with a solid foundation for continuing your explorations with fiber.