Ornamental Wheat Weaving: Learn to Plait Straw
Ornamental Wheat Weaving: Learn to Plait Straw with Linda Beiler
Unique Offerings: Wheat weaving and straw art
In this introduction to straw art class, you will learn how to prepare straw for plaiting. Over the course of the week, several plaits will be taught. The plaits will be shaped into harvest tokens. Bring your imagination, and you will never look at a wheat field the same again!
This small group class is presented in collaboration with John C. Campbell Folk School and Lessonface. Participants should enroll at least two weeks before start to ensure materials kits arrive in time. If registering after this point, your kit may arrive after the first session.
Class Materials
Your class registration fee includes a materials kit with a value of $30 shipped to your door. Residents outside the USA will pay the difference in shipping.
The kit includes:
Straw labeled for each project and extra straw for practicing
String to tie straw together
Wire to create the candy cane
Mizuhiki for the dragonfly wings
Students will also want to provide:
Sharp pointed scissors
White glue (tacky or Elmer’s)
Soaking tray - a window box from the garden center or a wall paper tray from the hardware store
Towel
Water Source
Comfortable chair and work surface
Prior to class participants will be required to have their straw soaked ready for plaiting.
Age Range
Teens and Adults
Skill Level
Beginner / Intermediate
Contact the Teacher
Send a direct message from the teacher's profile page with any questions you might have about the class.
About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
Since 1925, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2012, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,500 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for five daily 2-hour live online sessions at 10 am ET | 7 am PT on the schedule below. The first session is on September 16.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward.
Refund Policy: To cancel an enrollment or request a refund, contact [email protected]. For 30+ days before, we refund 95%. Between 30 and 5 days, receive a 75% refund. No refunds within 5 days of class start date. Materials kit fees are non-refundable.
Students Say
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Laura R. on July 17, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
Very detailed explanation and demonstration.
Verified Student on July 14, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
I was not able to attend class, I watched the recording. Linda was excellent in showing a demo on wheat and straw.
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Verified Student on July 12, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
Great demo and overview, fielded questions well. (Practice your zoom tech.)
Barb K. on July 12, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
The class was great. Very clear, understandable and interesting. Thank you!
Jinann on July 12, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
Very enjoyable - loved all the things you can make with just a few wheat straws!
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Verified Student on July 12, 2024
Class: Wheat Straw: Harvest Time Weaving
Didn't realize it was only going to be a tantalizing introduction to wheat weaving. Learned several great tidbits, though.
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Linda Beiler
I have been teaching wheat weaving and straw art for over 25 years.