Did you know that the Turkic nomads of Kyrgyzstan steam bent the components of their trellised tents, using fermented sheep dung?
Workshops take place at the Red Kite Yurts Workshop in Callander. FK17 8LJ
What to Expect
• An illustrated introduction to the nomadic culture and traditions of Central Asia
• An insight into the different ways of coppicing wood
• Steam bending the trellising, rafters and crown of a yurt
• Preparing a crown
• Assembling and dismantle the finished product
• Have a look inside our in house sewing workshop where we sew all of our own canvas
Details
The course will be run by Paul Millard. Paul has over 10 years of experience researching and experimenting with yurts and has made several visits to Khirgyzstan to work with traditional yurt masters.
Red Kite Yurts Workshop, Cambusbeg Farm, Callander, FK17 8LJ
Cost: £75 per person
Please contact us at paul@redkiteyurts.com