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Birch Bark Necklace

  • Vesterheim, The National Norwegian-American Museum & Heritage Center 520 West Water Street Decorah, IA, 52101 United States (map)

Participation

Youth ages 16-17 receive a 25% discount.

Level of Instruction

No prior basket weaving experience is necessary, but students should have good finger dexterity and hand strength.

Tuition

$75.00 Members

$95.00 Non-members

Enjoy the many colors that come from the beautiful birch tree by splitting into the layers of bark and weaving darling beads. Master the three-fold and four-fold bead pattern by making a couple dozen beads during class. You will also learn how to make a birch-bark cube. Kits that include flex wire, copper snap closures, crimps, and a variety of colorful glass beads will be available for you to string up your birch-bark-beaded necklace. There is a $30 materials fee, payable to the instructor.

Later Event: August 14
Birch Bark Field Pouch