Homesteading Classes
Presented by Stone’s Prairie Market
Classes offered:_________________________________________
*Canning 101 *Freezer methods
*Sewing Basics *Basic Herbs
*Spinning basics *Chickens-multiple classes
*Weaving basics *Gardening methods
*Seed starting *Beekeeping basics
*Heirloom seed choices
*Greenhouse construction and design
*Basic hand tools for the homestead or how to hammer a nail.
Description of Classes
Class Length varies. Some require extra material fees. Many will include hands-on, outside
experience, so dress accordingly. We use all natural and organic methods.
*Canning 101
How to safely can a variety of foods. Some classes will focus on one food type, taking you from picking to the finished product.
*Sewing Basics
Learn sewing terminology and how to handle basic sewing equipment, also the basic idea of sewing construction. Will make a seam sampler and a simple project to take home. This is the first step to learning how to quilt.
Extra fee for material
*Spinning Basics
Learn how to prepare wool for spinning; and how to spin yarn on a drop spindle and spinning wheel using different techniques.
*Weaving Basics
Learn the basics and terminology of hand weaving, including how to run a floor loom.
*Seed Starting
Learn how to start seeds in a greenhouse. Learn about starting mediums, environmental requirements, and tricks of the trade.
*Heirloom seed choices
How to choose the best heirloom seeds for your own garden, and the characteristics of the different varieties. Discussion of flavors, history, and modern uses.
*Greenhouse Construction and Design
We have three different types of greenhouses on the premises. Will discuss advantages/disadvantages of each. Kevin will discuss the construction of each one.
*Basic hand tools for the homestead, or how to hammer a nail.
Will discuss the tools required for general homestead carpentry and maintenance. Kevin is a carpenter by trade, and was raised on a farm. He has a wide range of experience and can easily teach the basics.
*Freezer Methods
Learn how to properly preserve food using the freezer. Will discuss the advantages/ disadvantages and what foods work best frozen.
*Gardening Methods
We will run a series of classes each focusing on a specific set of skills and type of garden. Some examples
are:
Mulching
Insect control
Seed Saving
Spring planting
Summer Gardens,
Fall Garden
Winter Greens.
*Basic Herbs
Tour of our herb garden, discussion of plants and their uses. Culinary and medicinal.
*Chickens
Raising Chicks
Laying Hens/Egg Production
Broiler Chickens
Butchering Chickens 101
*Beekeeping Basics
Learn from an expert how to begin raising bees. The whereas and why ores.
We are building on to the back of the store so that we will have more classroom space. We will start classes as soon as possible.
