[Cob] Natural Building in the MidWest

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Hi there Cobbin'Friends!  
Here is a calendar of events at the Strawbale Studio Natural Building Project 
in Michigan.  Sure would be great to connect.  I am up for some other 
projects, too.  See the ideas at the bottom.  Join in as you can. Scholarships and 
Work/trade available. 
Warmly, Deanne


> Little Pigs Tour &Natural Building Video - Wednesday, January 19, 6:30 - 9 
> pm.
> Join illustrator &co-builder of the Strawbale Studio, Deanne Bednar, for a 
> tour of this enchanting thatched-roof structure with strawbale walls &earthen 
> plasters! Evening includes an excellent strawbale construction video. $20 / 
> $15(early bird), or 2 for $25 prepaid. 
> 
> Earth Sculpture and Model-making, Sunday, January 23, 2005. 2-5 pm (not 
> inNatural Awakenings?) Learn to identify, mix and sculpt with an earthen medium 
> called "Cob" which can be use to build walls, benches, ovens and sculptures!  
> $25/ $20(early-bird discount), or bring a friend ~ 2 for $35 prepaid.
> 
> 3 Little Pigs Tour, Strawbale Video &Supper,  Wed, January 26, 6:30-9 pm. 
> Curious about natural building and the Strawbale Studio? Visit this enchanting 
> thatched-roof structure with earth-covered strawbale walls…and learn more 
> about the natural building movement! Includes a vegetarian supper.  $25/ 
> $20(early-bird discount), or bring a friend ~ 2 for $35 prepaid. 
> 
> 
> Thatching a Roof: demo and reed collection -- Saturday, January 29, 2005. 9 
> - 5. Tour the Strawbale Studio, see a thatching demonstration… introducing 
> the basic principles of creating a small roof, and learn to collect the reed! 
> Beautiful rural setting. $45/ $35(early-bird discount!) or bring a friend ~ 2 
> for $60 prepaid. 
> 
> Natural Plasters &Paints -- Sunday, February 5, 2-5 pm. Curious about 
> natural, non-toxic materials that can be used in any home? Learn about a number of 
> options, make a sample board to take home, and tour the Strawbale Studio…an 
> enchanting natural building with interior sculptures, earthen plaster &more. 
> $45/ $35(early-bird) or bring-a-friend: 2/$60 prepaid.
> 
> Presenter: Deanne Bednar is the co-designer/builder of the Strawbale Studio, 
> a sculptural, thatched roof structure with strawbale walls and earthen 
> plasters.  She has illustrated 3 books on Natural Building (The Cobber's Companion
> , The Hand-Sculpted House, & The Natural Plaster Book, and has a background 
> in teaching art and sustainability. 
> 
> Setting: 50 acres of beautiful rural, wooded land 1 hour north of Detroit. 
> Main house, workshop, Strawbale Studio, plus outbuildings and gardens. 
> 
> The following are some upcoming workshops and opportunities: 
> " Earthen Floor Workshop
> " Start-to-Finish "Kid's Cottage"  
> " Roof Thatching demonstration
> " Treehouse construction with an expert. 
> " Presentations: Set up a natural building slideshow or video for your group 
> on or off site.  $10 per person or $75 per group. Inquire about 
> scholarships. 
> " Internship/apprenticeships
> " Workshops: Set up an activity for your group on or off site. A variety of 
> programs available.  Prices vary, and some scholarships are available.  
> 
> 
> For more information: 
> Deanne Bednar
> 248 628 1887 
> ecoartdb at aol.com
> PO Box 733, Oxford, MI 48371 
> 
> *Strawbale Studio Natural Building Project.     
> Case Study: www.michigan.gov/doncuments/CIS_EO_Inside_case13_41027_.html.
> Old website: www.geocities.com/rainforest/vines/7729
> Current Calendar: www.uheac.org/links.html
> 
> * Detroit Green Map:  www.detroitgreenmap.org 
> * O Beautiful Gaia music CD: 
> http://www.gis.net/~surtsey/mcdade/gaia-index.html
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