Traditional Tanning Small Furs Workshop
Wed, Feb 15
|Falun
This hands on weekend workshop will guide you through each step in tanning a variety of small animals the way many of our ancestors did without the use of chemicals.


Time & Location
Feb 15, 2023, 9:30 AM MST – Feb 16, 2023, 1:00 PM MST
Falun, Falun, AB T0C 1H0, Canada
Guests
About the event
Come spend the weekend learning the traditional method of tanning small animal pelts using animal brains (lecithin) and smoking. Choose from multiple locations in Alberta.This hands on weekend workshop will guide you through each step in tanning a variety of small animals the way many of our ancestors did without the use of chemicals.
WHAT IS TRADITIONAL BRAIN / SMOKE TANNING?Traditional tanning is when animal hides are preserved using a lecithin and smoke, leaving a durable and soft leather material that is water resistant and washable.
They are preserved in a non toxic way using natural materials and elements.Traditionally tanned hides are completely washable, non toxic, and essentially a carbon neutral product that you can enjoy for decades.
Smoking finished hides will set the tan on the final day and discussion on care and cleaning, along with tips on sewing and crafting with tanned furs will round out this the weekend.Upon completetion you will leave with your own tanned fur and feeling confident in starting your journey into tanning at home, and step by step instructions you can refer to later.Â
Please dress appropriately in layers as elements of this workshop will be messy, and partially outdoors.
Minors (under 15yrs) must be accompanied by a registered adult. Space will be limited to 12 participants total. Registrations $175 / per person (includes both days).Â
Tickets
Traditional Tanning Small Furs
From CA$169.00 to CA$225.00Sale ended- CA$169.00Tax: +CA$8.45 tax
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- CA$225.00Tax: +CA$11.25 tax
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