#natural-materials — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #natural-materials, aggregated by home.social.
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Provençal-Inspired Gardens Are the Most Romantic Outdoor Trend—Here’s How to Create One https://www.allforgardening.com/1767254/provencal-inspired-gardens-are-the-most-romantic-outdoor-trend-heres-how-to-create-one/ #ClimbingVines #garden #gardening #GravelPathways #NaturalMaterials #OliveAteliers #Provençal #ProvençalGarden #VanTassel
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#RiverheadNY - Long Island #FleeceAndFiber Fair at #Hallockville #MuseumFarm
May 16 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hallockville Museum Farm
6038 Sound Avenue
Riverhead NYAdmission is $10 for adults; children 12 and under are free.
"Hallockville Museum Farm will host its annual Long Island Fleece & Fiber Festival on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. inviting visitors to experience the full journey of fiber – from raw fleece to finished textile — at its historic North Fork campus.
"A longtime spring tradition, the festival brings the cycle of fiber to life through live sheep and llama shearing with Long Island Yarn and Farm, #spinning, and #weaving demonstrations, along with a #marketplace featuring more than two dozen regional #FiberArtists and #Artisans.
"A major highlight this year is the appearance of nationally recognized #knitting expert Patty Lyons, who will lead two special sessions focused on practical techniques and problem solving for knitters. Additional hands-on workshops include an introduction to weaving with the #PaumanokWeavers, where participants can create their own scarf; a flat #NeedleFelted farm landscape workshop led by Shamma Murphy; and #BasketWeaving with Barbara Blossey-Chuvalas using #NaturalMaterials such as #silk, #seagrass, and #wool. Advance registration is required for workshops.
"In addition to demonstrations and workshops, visitors can explore a variety of family-friendly activities, including a children’s #craft area, agricultural displays, and opportunities to meet the farm’s animals. Attendees are welcome to bring their #FiberArts projects to work amongst like-minded creators.
" 'The Fleece & Fiber Festival connects people directly to the traditions that shaped life on the #NorthFork,' said Executive Director Heather Johnson. 'It’s a chance to see, touch, and learn skills that were once part of everyday life here and that continue to inspire #makers today.'
"The festival also features live music by the Old Time Jam, local food vendors, and a bake sale hosted by Hallockville Bakers."
FMI:
https://www.eastendbeacon.com/event/long-island-fleece-fiber-fair-at-hallockville-museum-farm/#SolarPunkSunday #NYEvents #BuildingCommunity #FiberArts #FiberArtists
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It’s a stormy old day in Fanad. Rain and a howling wind.
Monk came to bring some perspective and peace.
These two small pieces are on handmade paper from Bhutan - it’s not easy to use ink on, but I love the result.
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We sealed up the gaps in our floorboards with #Oakum last year. It's holding up just fine! I also used it on some old windows at work and it's easy to install, then remove, then install again!
Filling Floor Gaps With Oakum: Update 2-1/2 Years Later
March 18, 2024"Two and a half years ago, I filled the gaps in our original wood floors with oakum. You can read more about that process here [link below].
"This is a niche solution to a common problem with homes built in the 1700s and 1800s with original wood floors and gaps between those floorboards. Our house was built in the 1780s and later added onto in the 1800s.
"It’s time for an update on how that oakum has held up!
"First of all, what is oakum?
"Historically speaking, oakum is a combination of natural fibers like #hemp or #jute and tar or oil that was used to caulk wooden ships to make them watertight.
"Oakum was often repurposed from old ship rigging. '#PickingOakum' was a terrible job where someone had to unwind the #rope fibers so they could be repurposed into #caulking.
"Oakum is still used today for several uses related to plumbing, wooden ship caulking, log home caulking, etc. Today, oakum is manufactured in a factory.
"Brown oakum is made from natural fibers (could be a combination of jute, hemp, and/or burlap), oil, and often bentonite.
"White oakum is made from jute, #Bentonite, and water.
"Bentonite is a clay that expands when it encounters water."
Read more:
https://aprettyhappyhome.com/2024/03/18/filling-floor-gaps-with-oakum/How the author did it:
https://aprettyhappyhome.com/2021/05/10/fill-floor-gaps-with-oakum/#SolarPunkSunday #NaturalMaterials #SyntheticAlternatives #Insulation #FloorGaps #DIY
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An inspiring story about working with #Oakum!
My #Carpentry101 crash course, and the wonders of oakum
by Kathleen McQuillan, September 26, 2024
"With the season about to shift to autumn, my mind has been focused on the final steps to restore the exterior of my log house. A project I thought would take one summer is now rounding out the end of its third. And this summer, which I thought would surely be the last, will likely leave some important steps left for next year. My inner voice repeatedly chants, 'Perseverance, dear girl. Perseverance!'
"When I began this journey into the unknown, I decided to leave work on the east wall of the house for last because, in my preliminary assessment, it looked like it would require the most time and attention. Our bitter Minnesota winters and scorching summer heat had definitely taken a toll. Dense forest surrounds my place and is closest on the east side, creating persistent shade and humidity, and poor air circulation, that together contribute to more rotting and insects. Saving the worst until last was a big, big mistake. I learned too late. Never save the hardest stuff for the end. I know that now because, in my current state of project fatigue, facing that east wall is a bit like facing El Capitan.
"I thought I was so smart back in May when I jumped on that string of nice days we had and scraped, scrubbed, and sanded five decades of detritus from that east wall just to ready it for the first coat of penetrating stain that would protect the logs from rot and bugs for many years to come. No one could have predicted that June would produce some of the heaviest rains in centuries, followed by weeks of what meteorologists called 'pop-up showers' that showed up on a nearly daily basis until mid-July.
"It would take many weeks before the now saturated logs would dry thoroughly enough to stain. My frustration with the weather spawned waves of anxiety. Our summers are short, and time was a-wastin’! I knew I’d have to review the priorities on my to-do list and recalibrate the timetable. What I needed to identify was an indoor project until the weather decided to cooperate.
"I found myself completely shifting gears from exterior log work to something indoors. The lightbulb went on. I could start upgrading my 1980s experiment with #solar power. The equipment I’d installed way back then still functioned, but I knew it was losing its zip and was shockingly obsolete. This could be my opportunity. I resumed researching where I’d left off last winter. I determined how much power I would need and how much I could invest in new equipment. I also realized that I would need to construct an area suitable to assure my system could be kept warm in the winter. I decided to design an insulated 'closet' in my three-season addition.
"For that month of sequestration, I created a personalized Intro to Carpentry 101 crash course. Thanks to the generous array of battery-powered saws, drills, bits and blades that my sons had gifted to me at Christmas two years ago and some great YouTube videos I found, I was able to complete my first solo construction project. And now I have power! That rainy weather I’d so lamented had in fact allowed me the experience of learning to read a tape measure right down to the '16ths', and everything else involved. My next #DIY challenge will be wiring my own house.
"Finally, the weather began to cooperate. The logs were drying. But before I could start staining, I would need to insulate and seal the spaces between the logs. In times past, log builders would often turn to whatever materials were on hand whether #moss and #straw, shredded newspaper, or scraps of cotton and #woolen clothing. Today, the 'make-do' materials of our ancestors have been replaced by manufactured products such as fiberglass batts, spray foam, and 'elastometric' caulks, all of which I considered, until I discovered oakum.
"Oakum is made from multiple twisted strands of #jute and #hemp soaked in #PineTar and #bentonite, a compound derived from #VolcanicAsh. It is easily manipulated to fit the varied spaces between the logs and accommodate variations from their knots and other unique features. It acts as a natural deterrent to insects and can swell or shrink with changes in humidity, enhancing its sealing capabilities. It’s been around for centuries with one of its first uses in shipbuilding when skilled maritime craftsmen would salvage worn ropes from ships’ rigging to repurpose as filler for cracks and leaks in their 16th- and 17th-century wooden sailing ships. Later it was used to build the massive networks of pipes that transport drinking and wastewater underneath our major cities. It’s still used for many modern-day plumbing repairs.
"Working with oakum has taken some getting used to. Like so many aspects of my restoration project, it’s been another trial-and-error process, learning what it can and cannot do, requiring my patience and concentration in an almost meditative way. There is an art in how tightly to twist it, so it conforms and fills the nooks and crannies endemic to log buildings. I was able to purchase a vintage shipwright’s cast iron caulking tool that has proven to be perfect for the job. I sometimes muse the by-gone era when Maritimers masterfully employed the skills I’m just learning, ones that allowed for vast ocean crossings. I appreciate attempting a traditional practice that I hope will not be lost.
"I must confess. At times, I’ve questioned my sanity, as may have some of my friends. This endeavor to restore my cabin began in sheer ignorance, and has tested every part of my being — body, mind, and spirit. My biggest fear this year has been that I might 'age out' before it’s complete, something that would be a huge disappointment to me, and a burden left for somebody else.
"I owe my family, friends and community thanks for their patience and support. I’ve turned down many invitations to commit with my truth, 'If it’s a sunny day, I’ll need to work.' Next summer, I’d like things to be different. But this year has shown me, when it comes to time, or the weather, there are no guarantees. Our priorities will sometimes need discernment and adjustment. And everything we choose to do has the power to message something meaningful.
"In many a stressful moment, working with oakum has messaged me this. Take more time when you can. And appreciate the twists and turns."
Source:
https://www.timberjay.com/stories/my-carpentry-101-crash-course-and-the-wonders-of-oakum,22030#SolarPunkSunday #DIY #BuildYourOwn #NaturalMaterials #LogCabins #Shelter #Building
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Back to Nature (9 Photos)
From forests to city walls, these works connect art and nature in unexpected ways. Sculptures woven from willow branches, murals inspired by plants, and playful outdoor installations all invite us to slow down and look closer at the living world around us. More: When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos) 1. Stillness in Motion — Olga Ziemska in Poland A human form constructed entirely from gathered branches, its texture dense and its shape dynamic. The sculpture seems to be both standing […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/11/03/back-to-nature-9-photos/
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Improve Your Garden Soil with Fall Leaves and Landscape Trimmings | Opinion https://www.allforgardening.com/1455441/improve-your-garden-soil-with-fall-leaves-and-landscape-trimmings-opinion/ #agriculture #agroecology #botany #compost #EarthSciences #garden #gardening #hügelkultur #horticulture #landscape #Mulch #NaturalMaterials #PlantAgriculture #PrimarySectorOfTheEconomy #regolith #soil #SoilScience #SustainableAgriculture
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Unwind and #weave -> #InvasiveIvy removal and #BasketMaking. Combo of #environmental #volunteer #workparty & #learn some #weaving with #InvasiveSpecies 👍
Wed, Jul 9, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Renfrew Ravine Park | Meet at Renfrew Ravine Labyrinth."Join Still Moon for another round of basket weaving and stewardship at the Mid Ravine site! We’ve removed nearly 80% of the English ivy ground cover and are aiming to complete or come close to finishing it during this session. We'll spend the first hour and a half removing ivy and other invasive species, followed by an hour of relaxing basket weaving. Come lend a hand in caring for this special site—and take home a handmade basket! We'll return in the fall to plant a rich mix of native species."
This site has both flat and sloped areas, and is accessed by a flat path, there is something for everyone to do here! If you need help getting to the site, or have other questions about accessibility, please email [email protected].
Still Moon Arts Society mobilizes community and creates positive change through eco-arts and environmental stewardship programming, and produces the annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival. Still Moon is a registered charity whose mission is to inspire vibrant and connected communities by creating artistic experiences and nurturing a passion for nature.
https://stillmoonarts.ca/Sign up:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unwind-and-weave-ivy-removal-and-basket-making-tickets-1383149359969?
#Educational #NatureArt #LearnToWeave #NaturalMaterials #HandsOnLearning
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#NewWestminster #Vancouver #YVR folks 👇
#InkMaking w/ natural resources #CreativeArt #workshop Faciliated by #InvasiveArt Initiative.
You will #learn how to process and #create #ink from natural resources, and then have the opportunity to make some art with the ink. All supplies provided.
Pay What You Can tickets.
To make this workshop accessible, we offer three ticket options. Please select one of the options that works best for you.Saturday, August 16 · 11am - 12:30pm
712C 12th Street, New Westminster.https://www.invasiveartinitiative.ca/
The Initiative works to engage community members throughout what is currently known as the Lower Mainland of BC, delivering a series of workshops on Invasive Species-based #art supplies and other useable materials in collaboration with non-for-profits and local volunteer groups.The traveling project was established in late 2021, aiming for ethical and reciprocal engagements within the often-destructive practices of invasive removal, offering use for the materiality of the plants that would otherwise go to waste.Promoting dialogues on "environment", colonization and human exceptionalism, the project works with organizations in offering demonstrations and talks on re-contextualizing social imaginations in relationship with so-called Invasive Species.
Sign up:
#InvasiveSpecies #NatureArt #NaturalInk #NaturalMaterials #HandsOnLearning
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Handmade architecture: Warka Village, Cameroon, Africa
"Heroic and surprising", made without machinery, with indigenous techniques and natural materials extracted from the jungle.👉 Discover MORE and SUBSCRIBE to our summary of news and updates through link: https://amusementlogic.com/general-news/handmade-architecture-warka-village-cameroon-africa/
🏗️ #architecture #africa #vernaculararchitecture #indigenousdesign #sustainablebuilding #naturalmaterials #africanarchitecture #bioclimatic #earthconstruction #culturalheritage
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⭕ Tribute to the circle, architecture of a villa
An architectural language of curved lines, round shapes and natural materials.👉 READ the NEWS, see MORE PICTURES and SUBSCRIBE to our summary of news and updates through link: https://amusementlogic.com/company-news/tribute-to-the-circle-architecture-of-a-villa/
#architecture #architecturaldesign #curvedlines #organicshapes #naturalmaterials #designarchitectural #lignescourbes #formesorganiques #matériauxnaturels #diseñoarquitectónico #líneascurvas #formasorgánicas #materialesnaturales #amusementlogic
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Nature Is Everything! 18 Stunning Artworks by Hannah Bullen-Ryner
In the quiet embrace of nature, artist Hannah Bullen-Ryner creates enchanting, ephemeral artworks that celebrate the beauty and fragility of the natural world. With a keen eye for detail and a deep respect for the environment, she transforms fallen petals, delicate leaves, and tiny stones into expressive creatures and intricate mandalas, each piece thoughtfully arranged on the forest floor. In this collection, Hannah brings a vibrant cast of characters to life—a curious opossum, a vivid […]https://streetartutopia.com/2024/11/10/ephemeral-art-nature-hannah-bullen-ryner/
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Newly added to the Trade-Free Directory:
materialvermittlung.org
We provide material!
#adhesives #artSupplies #cardboard #containers #fabrics #foam #foils #Material #metal #naturalMaterials #paints #paper #polystyrene #rubber #sewingAccessories #textiles #theaterDecoration #wood
More here:
https://www.directory.trade-free.org/goods-services/materialvermittlung-org/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZt9yDWFWM8
#FutureProof 6 months ago
How #AthleisureWear May Not Be Healthy for You#synthetics #clothing #consumerknowledge #naturalmaterials #skinsafedyes
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Ripped out a bunch of morning glory invasive vines - more to rip out, tomorrow afternoon. It's too hot now to keep at it. I'm in basement, cooling off.
Gathered some fallen rose petals to infuse with water with tiny bit of vitamin C powder to make my own DIY #NaturalDyes to tint paper & fabric😊🥀
*If you use on fabric, lock colour in for longer by soaking in the #HomemadeDye for 24 hours, followed by soaking in 1:20 salt & water solution for another 24 hours.
Next month, I'm going to experiment with infusing rose petals into different cooking oils & use to try staining some wood with it. It's fun to play around & see what I can come up with 😀
#Gardeners #Hobbies #CreativeUses #RosePetals #NaturalMaterials #botanical
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Interesting research on textile dyes in medieval Estonia:
https://news.err.ee/1609119521/early-medieval-estonia-s-favorite-color-was-blackish-blue
& the use of local plants / lichen mixed with the woad, which was not the local variety but traded & widely cultivated across Europe from the #13thCentury. 🧵 1/3#lichen #TreeBark #woad #textile #dye #colour #color #NaturalMaterials #archaeology #medieval #Estonia #Finland @histodons
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Some of my #dried #botanicals #collection - dried #plants & #seeds & dried #PressedFlowers for my #MixedMedia #ArtsAndCrafts handmade works.
Flip your phone sideways for full view ✌
#NatureArt #NaturalMaterials #GatheredInNature #AllNatural #Wsanec #Saanich #VictoriaBC #yyj #vanisle #VancouverIsland #PNW #PacificNorthwest #ArtMaterials #CreativeArtists
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@NatureMC Thank you so much, this is fascinating! & the 3 videos so informative. The #cowhorn ring template is a nifty tool.
I started wondering about honey extraction, & was delighted to read of a #beekeeper achieving good yields this way in UK, with healthy #bees & delicious #mead:
https://www.bee-craft.com/beecraft-extra/articles/the-skeppist
& also teaching #skep making skills:
https://shop.beesfordevelopment.org/products/willow-skep-hive-making-with-chris-parks-and-bees-for-development
Thanks for ideas & inspiration!
#beekeeping #basketry #hive #craft #SustainableLiving #NaturalMaterials
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Today's #Caravanserail post is a light forage (ha) into two colours gathered on the go. And seal pups. SEAL PUPS.
Petals & Clay:
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Alexa Lizotte is on a mission to reconnect with her culture.
A #Métis woman whose father is from #NorthVermilion Settlement #Alta , she has taken up #beadwork & #sewing as a way of feeling closer to her #family & #culture . Ms. Lizotte, 26, #specializes in beading #RibbonSkirt earrings as well as sewing the garment itself. Recently, she’s taken on a new challenge: creating a ribbon skirt using only #NaturalMaterials . -
Here's a text version of my Stanford talk for anyone who prefers reading over watching: https://majnouna.substack.com/p/the-art-of-letting-go
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Methods of working with natural materials of the earth have been around for centuries.
An arid desert southwest made for some especially interesting challenges in designing an #Ecostead. The best architects of their time (the 1100's) were anything but primitive in their intelligent use of precious desert water.
Most of this data I have been gathering for years (extensive research for a fictional book that was to be rooted in actual historical context). The research part of novel writing is sometimes arduous, and can itself take decades and yield many surprises along the way.
