Rediscover the lost arts and essential skills of self-sufficiency with our Back to the Basics Classes. These immersive and hands-on workshops are designed to empower you with the knowledge and techniques that were once commonplace but have been largely forgotten in our modern society. Immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of traditional practices and embrace a more self-reliant and fulfilling lifestyle.
Join us as we explore a wide range of captivating topics and delve into the fascinating world of self-sufficiency. From papermaking and cheese/butter making to herbal remedies and plant identification, each class offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with ancient wisdom and acquire practical skills that can be applied in your everyday life.
Experience the joy of creating your own handmade paper, journals, and inks, allowing your creativity to flow on pages crafted with your own hands. Learn the art of cheese and butter making, where you'll discover the transformative process of turning simple ingredients into delectable dairy delights. Explore the world of herbal remedies as you learn to make tinctures, decoctions, and salves, harnessing the healing power of nature's botanical treasures.
Indulge your senses with our Blackberry Banana class, where everything blackberry takes center stage, or embark on an apple-inspired culinary adventure in our Apple Bonanza class. Delight in the nostalgic traditions of candy making as we explore pioneer holiday confections, and uncover the hidden secrets of plant identification, discovering the edible and medicinal wonders that surround us.
Unleash your creativity in our wood burning art class, where you'll learn to intricately burn pictures into wood slices, creating unique and captivating works of art. Experience the satisfaction of crafting your own rag tie rugs, bringing beauty and warmth to your living spaces. Dive into the timeless art of handloom weaving and explore the versatile possibilities of fabric creation.
Unleash your inner artisan in our candle-making class, where you'll learn to craft your own fragrant and decorative candles. Indulge in a day of lemons, where you'll create delightful treats like lemon curd, lemon peel candy, and lemon drop candy, savoring the zesty flavors of this vibrant fruit.
Join us as we embark on a culinary journey in our salsa-making class, where you'll learn to create delectable homemade salsa, perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. Dive into the world of jam-making with our Blackberry Jam class, where you'll capture the essence of summer in a jar.
And finally, discover the art of soap making, where you'll learn the ancient alchemy of combining oils and lye to create luxurious and nourishing soaps. Each class is an opportunity to learn, connect, and embrace the time-honored practices that reconnect us to our roots and provide us with valuable skills for a more sustainable and fulfilling life.
Join us in our Back to the Basics Classes and unlock the transformative power of traditional knowledge. Choose from an array of captivating workshops that suit your interests and aspirations, and embark on a journey of self-sufficiency and creativity. Let's embark on this enriching adventure together!
Classes offered:

• Papermaking (journals and ink)
• Cheese and butter making
• Making: Tinctures, decoctions, salves - Making Herbal Remedies
• Blackberry Banana - Everything Blackberries
• Apple Bonanza (apple everything)
• Bread making (sourdough starter)
• Candy making - Pioneer holiday traditions
• Plant identification (edible and medicinal)
• Wood burning art - Burn pictures into wood slices
• Rag tie rugs
• Handloom weaving
• Candle-making class
• Day of lemons (make lemon curd, lemon peel candy, lemon drop candy)
• Salsa making
• Jam Blackberry Making