CRAFT AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE

Duncan splitting an oak log for a multi-week greenwood stool building class this fall.

This week our story comes from Duncan Ellinwood, who joined our Steering Committee this year and is a greenwood chair maker, performing all of his woodwork exclusively with hand tools (trust us, you will want to see some of his incredible work on his website). Duncan shares how craft instills in him a sense of childlike wonder, and why crafting with others is a powerful force for good.

Read Duncan's letter below and see our list of upcoming Spring classes. We hope everyone had a Happy Solstice and have lots of time this week with family and loved ones. Welcome back, sun and light!

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OREGON GRAPEVINE: FOLK SCHOOLS

We were on the radio! Folk Schools teach the connection of the hands, heart, and mind through skills learning. Rose Holdorf of Corvallis' Tarweed School speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about creative learning through natural materials, and the value of community. Listen below or see interview page on KLCC's website here!

THE FABRIC OF COMMUNITY CONSISTS OF CONVERSATION AND FRIENDSHIP

Kiko last Saturday at our Holiday Market, next to his magnificent rack of wares.

This week, Kiko Denzer shares what is truly at the heart of Tarweed classes and events: it's all about relation-and-friend-ships. Our connections bind us to each other, and sharing our stories keeps it all going.

Read Kiko's letter below, see our list of upcoming classes (now open for registration!), and learn more about how you can organize your own workshop or event. We also want to send a joyous and heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our Holiday Market! We had so much fun and are astounded by the 700+ of you who showed up for the event.

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