Broom Making
Learn broom making with Foxfire’s resident broom artist, Carole Morse. This two-day course covers the essentials of broom making, including discussions on the materials, processes, and art of...
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Folk Art
Girl Scout Day
Join us at the Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center for a day full of Appalachian history and historic craft demonstrations! Girl Scouts will be able to learn about heritage skills, tour the museum,...
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Mohair Wool Washing Demo
Stop by Foxfire to learn about cleaning and washing wool in preparation for spinning into yarn. Time TBA.
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Lye Soap Making
Learn how to make old fashioned lye soap! Lye soap is made from three simple ingredients: lard, lye, and water. Lye soap is ideal for helping with irritable or dry skin. Instructor TBA. This...
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Rush Chair Bottoming
Taught by Foxfire contact and demonstrator Kermit Rood, this two-day class introduces the student to the fundamentals of chair bottoming, with a focus on rush-style weaving. For the class, students...
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Castile Soap Making
DESCRIPTION Learn how to make Castile soap in this two-day workshop. This vegetable-based soap is made from a blend of olive and coconut oils and is ideal for individuals with allergies or sensitive...
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Intermediate Weaving
This two-day intermediate weaving class is taught by resident weaver Sharon Grist. In this class we will be exploring the intricacies of Bird’s Eye and Rose Path designs. Students will work on...
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Foxfire Films Presents: The Rocker Beater Loom
An old pile of wood lay dormant in a dusty cabin at The Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center for 40 years until it was discovered by Milissa Ellison Dewey of Bobbin Boy this summer. This short film...
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