cob bench and earthen plaster work parties
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All ages and ability welcome to this family friendly, fun, non-toxic, and muddy universe of building with earth!
We are going to build a cob bench around an existing cob oven, and then plaster them both,
here is a preview of the existing cob oven we are soon to transform....
We are going to build a cob bench around an existing cob oven, and then plaster them both,
here is a preview of the existing cob oven we are soon to transform....
Location
Concrescence (1152 Old Eaglemount Rd, Port Townsend, blue mailbox with a white spiral on it). Please park above the first RV site in the parking spots on the left side of the driveway and then continue walking straight up the driveway to where it ends at the cob oven.
General Information
All three of the work parties listed below are totally free, and we'll feed you! RSVP so we know how many to cook for! Yes, it's okay to come for part of the day. Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy, including layers for inclement weather. Sometimes clay can stain. Gloves (or shoes) are not necessary but feel free to bring them if you desire. 100% waterproof/ sturdy vinyl nitrile gloves are best if you do want them.
All of these work parties practice foundational methods for applying the same skills and materials to projects of your own imagination, in your own home! Earthen building is surprisingly versatile, durable, low-tech, non-toxic, and beautiful - a fine addition to any home construction or retrofit. We will discuss application, appropriate technology, and methodology for building with earth in this climate as we work, sing, and play together.
Three Work Parties....
Big Cob Party! Build a cob bench
May 6, Monday 10am-5pm
All hands on deck! We need you!! Step one in our bench saga is to build the bench itself. This is so much fun! Every size feet and hands are welcome to join us in mixing Clay, Sand, and Straw, and sculpting a bench out of mud where once there was just air! This is an especially fun stage for kids, observers making music, first-timers and mud-primers alike. There will be also plenty of prep work for plaster and it will be most fun to have many hands and light work on this day.
Base coat of plaster
May 13, Monday 10am-5pm
When we are done sculpting the bench, it will be "hairy" and not-so-scary, straw sticking out every which way, and raw material of stones and grits of sand ready to fleck off at first swipe. The base coat of plaster is a very satisfying experience where the bench will really inhabit its final shape - it will smooth our edges, and be last chance to add decorative sculpture of any kind. Still a fun stage for all ages and abilities!
Fine Finish coat of plaster
May 19, Sunday 10am-5pm
Wow, now the bench is looking sharp! At this stage we'll add any colour desired to the plaster, and finalize the shape of the bench and tie it into the cob oven. Once this coat of plaster dries, then all that's left to do is oil and wax it and it's ready for sitting, standing, and napping upon! Yippee!!! Everyone is still welcome but those less detail oriented will push the edges of their comfort zone while those who are really geeky about refined work will be right at home.
Concrescence (1152 Old Eaglemount Rd, Port Townsend, blue mailbox with a white spiral on it). Please park above the first RV site in the parking spots on the left side of the driveway and then continue walking straight up the driveway to where it ends at the cob oven.
General Information
All three of the work parties listed below are totally free, and we'll feed you! RSVP so we know how many to cook for! Yes, it's okay to come for part of the day. Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy, including layers for inclement weather. Sometimes clay can stain. Gloves (or shoes) are not necessary but feel free to bring them if you desire. 100% waterproof/ sturdy vinyl nitrile gloves are best if you do want them.
All of these work parties practice foundational methods for applying the same skills and materials to projects of your own imagination, in your own home! Earthen building is surprisingly versatile, durable, low-tech, non-toxic, and beautiful - a fine addition to any home construction or retrofit. We will discuss application, appropriate technology, and methodology for building with earth in this climate as we work, sing, and play together.
Three Work Parties....
Big Cob Party! Build a cob bench
May 6, Monday 10am-5pm
All hands on deck! We need you!! Step one in our bench saga is to build the bench itself. This is so much fun! Every size feet and hands are welcome to join us in mixing Clay, Sand, and Straw, and sculpting a bench out of mud where once there was just air! This is an especially fun stage for kids, observers making music, first-timers and mud-primers alike. There will be also plenty of prep work for plaster and it will be most fun to have many hands and light work on this day.
Base coat of plaster
May 13, Monday 10am-5pm
When we are done sculpting the bench, it will be "hairy" and not-so-scary, straw sticking out every which way, and raw material of stones and grits of sand ready to fleck off at first swipe. The base coat of plaster is a very satisfying experience where the bench will really inhabit its final shape - it will smooth our edges, and be last chance to add decorative sculpture of any kind. Still a fun stage for all ages and abilities!
Fine Finish coat of plaster
May 19, Sunday 10am-5pm
Wow, now the bench is looking sharp! At this stage we'll add any colour desired to the plaster, and finalize the shape of the bench and tie it into the cob oven. Once this coat of plaster dries, then all that's left to do is oil and wax it and it's ready for sitting, standing, and napping upon! Yippee!!! Everyone is still welcome but those less detail oriented will push the edges of their comfort zone while those who are really geeky about refined work will be right at home.
You may RSVP on the Facebook event by clicking here or by e-mailing hannah@placecraft.org
Thanks!
If you don't plan to eat with us, then you can get away with dropping in without an rsvp :)
Thanks!
If you don't plan to eat with us, then you can get away with dropping in without an rsvp :)