Scandinavian Birch Bark Pack Basket
Description
Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th, 2025
Friday, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuition: $143 Materials: $100
In this class, the students will learn a diagonal birch bark weaving technique that has evolved from northern Europe/Scandinavian traditions. In Scandinavia, the pliable birch bark has been used to make baskets, shoes, roofs, and bags since prehistoric times.
Students will learn how to prepare and split the birch bark prior to weaving and will construct a 3 1/2" x 9 " x 12" tall pack/shoulder basket.
About your Instructor: Mark Olson has instructed with EFS for the last 10 years teaching a handful of misc. handcrafts and northwood's skills. He lives with his family outside of Winton, Minnesota.