BIRCH BARK STARS
WITH BETH HOMA KRAUS AND JOHN ZASADA
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
5:30 - 8:30pm
The stunning white paper bark from the birch tree can create many wonderful things, including a Northern ornamental star. Careful folding, a bit of string and lots of patience will be rewarded with a beautiful birch bark star ornament. Explore the joys of working with birch bark while learning about the harvest and process of the materials; leave with at least one finished star and the material to make another!
This class is taught by a visiting friend from Minnesota, Beth Homa Kraus, with a Corvallis-based special guest, John Zasada. John and Beth have been weaving birch bark together since 2012 and bring many years of Boreal Forest knowledge to our folk school.
Class Details
Age Requirement: this class is for adults and youth 16-17 if their parent or guardian is also registered for the class.
Location: Greenbelt Land Trust's Bald Hill Farm
Students bring: scissors, all other tools and materials provided.
Tuition: $50
Materials fee: $20
Please note: you will be redirected to a Square link to finalize your registration.
Accessibility note: This class requires strong finger dexterity and strength. Some have found it more challenging than expected, but no prior weaving experience is required. Please also consider allergies: a mixture of beeswax & walnut oil is used in this process - if you have certain nut or bee allergies please be advised.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.
