Based on Barbara’s ever-popular and recently updated book, Building with Straw Bales, the course features more than 200 minutes of clear and concise demonstration, explanation and instruction from Barbara herself. Also included are PDFs of diagrams and text to further illustrate the content.
Dive Into the World of Straw Bale Building – For Free!
If you’ve found your way here, it’s clear you’re ready to explore the wonderfully sustainable world of straw bale building. Congratulations on taking this step! While nothing can truly replace the hands-on experience of building with straw, this free online course will get you as close as possible without getting your hands dirty.
What to Expect from This Course
Through a series of engaging videos, detailed PDFs, and rich photo guides, this course covers all the essentials you need to start your straw bale journey. From laying foundations and working with carpentry for base and wall plates, to customizing bales, roofing, and plastering – we’ve got all the key steps covered. Think of it as your ultimate beginner’s guide to creating a simple straw bale building!
The tools you need? Not as intimidating as you might think. In fact, you might already have most of them lying around! And while we can’t replicate the camaraderie, excitement, and sense of achievement that comes with a live, hands-on course, we hope this will be a fantastic stepping stone that inspires you to take the next step.
Why Take This Course?
This course isn’t just about learning the practicalities; it’s about sparking inspiration. We want you to feel empowered, motivated, and ready to jump into the straw bale community! Whether you end up attending a live course, helping a friend build their dream home, or even starting on your own plot of land, the possibilities are endless.
So, what are you waiting for? Join us now, dive into the world of straw bale building, and get ready to roll up your sleeves – even if it’s just metaphorically for now!