Sustainability
New Life for Old Sails: Making Bags from Retired Hjørdis Sails
Hjørdis got a new set of sails last season. So what happened to the old set? North House instructor Maeve Gathje has been working on an exciting project—making new bags out of the old sails.
Carbon Sink Crafting: Felting as Environmental Action
Like other art forms, craft can be a powerful way to raise awareness for important issues. In this blog post, intern Lauren Dahl writes about the Boundary Waters and felting as environmental action.
A week of tanning in Oregon
In her latest blog post, Resident Artisan Emily Derke writes about her experience learning about hide tanning on a trip to Oregon.
The Shoemaker and the Tanner
A pair of shoes from the leather up! Emily Derke discusses her collaboration with Candace LaCosse in her latest blog post.
Time Spent with the Sami in Rural Sweden
Recently returned from an extended visit to Scandinavia, Marybeth reflects on time spent with Laila, a respected Sami culture-bearer in rural Sweden.
Winter Camping
A Modern Day Old-Fashioned Log Cabin
New Horizons in Baking: Sprouted Grain Flours
