Blacksmithing BasicsGarry KalajianFriday, April 22nd - Sunday, April 24th 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewThis Workshop is full. You may join the waitlist or find a similar workshop on a different date. Blacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in the course will […]
Blacksmithing Basics Garry KalajianFriday, April 29th - Sunday, May 1st 8:00am - 4:00pm Workshop Overview This Workshop is full. You may join the waitlist or find a similar workshop on a different date. Blacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in […]
Draft Animal: Oxen BasicsRay RamseyTyler AllenFriday, April 29th - Sunday, May 1st 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewAre you considering an oxen team for your farm but wondering where to start? Join us for a two-day workshop to learn the things you need know about bringing a pair home, finding the right equipment for them, and learning […]
Natural Dye Basics: Natural Indigo Vats with ExtractSara GoodmanThursday, May 5th - Saturday, May 7th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThe Natural Dye Basics workshop series at Sanborn Mills Farm is taught by our lead teacher, Sara Goodman. This series of 5 classes are an introduction to the colorful world of natural dyes. Each class stands alone […]
Blacksmithing Make a Hand AxeLucian AveryFriday, May 6th - Sunday, May 8th 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewThis Workshop is full. You may join the waitlist or find a similar workshop on a different date. In this three-day workshop, students will make a one-pound hand ax that can be used at home, in the woodshed, or on all […]
Natural Dye Basics: Mordant Dyes on ClothSara GoodmanThursday, May 12th - Saturday, May 14th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop Overview:The Natural Dye Basics workshop series at Sanborn Mills Farm is taught by our lead teacher, Sara Goodman. This series of 5 classes are an introduction to the colorful world of natural dyes. Each class stands alone — […]
Join the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and Sanborn Mills Farm on May 14, 2022 for our Old Building & Trades Fair in Loudon. This day-long event will provide opportunities to observe traditional tradespeople in action, to ask questions, and connect with trades organizations and experts who can help you understand the issues faced by […]
Blacksmithing BasicsGarry KalajianFriday, May 20th - Sunday, May 22nd 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewBlacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in the course will work with a traditional coal forge and mild steel. Students will begin with an introduction to body […]
Draft Animal: Working Oxen on the Farm and GardenRay RamseyTyler AllenSaturday, May 21st - Sunday, May 22nd 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewAre you ready to put your team or a team of oxen to work on the Farm and gardens? Then this is the workshop for you. Spend two full days with hands-on experience learning about […]
Beginning Spinning on a Spinning Wheel-Spring SessionCathy CrookerSaturday May 21st, 2022 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThroughout most of human history we relied on the skills of a handful of talented spinners to make every thread for every piece of clothing, every flour sack, every sail on every ship. Spinning fibers into thread or yarn is one […]
Rug Hooking Pam BartlettSaturday, May 21st - Sunday, May 22nd 9:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewRug hooking is a traditional New England fiber art that beautifully combines artist expression and function. In this course, students will learn core skills of rug hooking and make a 16” x 16” piece. Designs will utilize a “hit and miss” approach to […]
Blacksmithing BasicsFriday, May 27th - Sunday, May 29th, 2022 8:00am - 4:00 pmWorkshop OverviewBlacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in the course will work with a traditional coal forge and mild steel. Students will begin with an introduction to […]