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Crafting with Cob: Stories of Clay, Community, and Creativity - Kate Edwards - BS128
Manage episode 446413780 series 2812424
In this episode, we dive into the ancient and evolving craft of earth building with Kate Edwards, a seasoned sculptor and passionate teacher. Join us as Kate shares her journey from art therapy to building with cob, a natural and age-old construction material. Discover how she turns humble mud into beautiful, sustainable homes, all while inspiring a global community to embrace this timeless technique. From working on historic restorations to teaching hands-on workshops, Kate’s stories blend the practical with the poetic. Whether you're a seasoned builder or simply curious about sustainable living, this episode is packed with insights on building with clay, creating lasting community connections, and the unexpected joy of getting your hands dirty.
Episode Links:
- Kate's Website - https://www.cobcourses.com/
- ACAN - https://www.architectscan.org/naturalmaterials
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acan-natural-materials-presents-paint-whats-in-the-tin-tickets-1076970811689
- Cambridge cob model village - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-27668655
- BOOK Clay a human History - https://assets.ikhnaie.link/click.html?wgcampaignid=1615880&wgprogramid=10671&wgtarget=https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Jennifer-Lucy-Allan/Clay--A-Human-History/30048887
- Becky Little Episode - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/mud-the-ultimate-building-material-becky-little/
Connect with me:
IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilder
Facebook - Jeffreythenaturalbuilder
Support this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability
Support the show and get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
141 episodes
Manage episode 446413780 series 2812424
In this episode, we dive into the ancient and evolving craft of earth building with Kate Edwards, a seasoned sculptor and passionate teacher. Join us as Kate shares her journey from art therapy to building with cob, a natural and age-old construction material. Discover how she turns humble mud into beautiful, sustainable homes, all while inspiring a global community to embrace this timeless technique. From working on historic restorations to teaching hands-on workshops, Kate’s stories blend the practical with the poetic. Whether you're a seasoned builder or simply curious about sustainable living, this episode is packed with insights on building with clay, creating lasting community connections, and the unexpected joy of getting your hands dirty.
Episode Links:
- Kate's Website - https://www.cobcourses.com/
- ACAN - https://www.architectscan.org/naturalmaterials
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acan-natural-materials-presents-paint-whats-in-the-tin-tickets-1076970811689
- Cambridge cob model village - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-27668655
- BOOK Clay a human History - https://assets.ikhnaie.link/click.html?wgcampaignid=1615880&wgprogramid=10671&wgtarget=https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Jennifer-Lucy-Allan/Clay--A-Human-History/30048887
- Becky Little Episode - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/mud-the-ultimate-building-material-becky-little/
Connect with me:
IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilder
Facebook - Jeffreythenaturalbuilder
Support this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability
Support the show and get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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