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Andrew Morrison 9/8/12 Andrew Morrison 9/8/12

Kangaroo Pie with a Dash of Straw

This Perth workshop was truly amazing; standout participants, generously working hard to get as much done on Sarah and Geoff’s place as possible in a stunning landscape dotted with tropical birds, a full moon and the sweet sounds of guitar playing, singing, and laughter each evening. These are the days…

Andrew Morrison 7/24/12 Andrew Morrison 7/24/12

Home Sweet Home: A Straw Bale Workshop Experience

Awesome article from Sutherland Living Magazine is the creation of a straw bale workshop participant, Tiffany Redding. Her enthusiasm and genuine excitement to learn were contagious during that workshop and she will long be remembered by all of those there. Tiffany’s article, “Home Sweet Home, is reprinted courtesy of Sutherland Living Magazine

Andrew Morrison 4/15/11 Andrew Morrison 4/15/11

Timber Frame and Straw Bale Homes

There may be no more beautiful look than a timber frame house wrapped with straw bales and plaster. It’s as if the two were made for each other. Creating that look can be a bit troublesome if you don’t approach the project from the right angles. Here’s how…