Over the past two decades, numerous courses have been held in turf and stone masonry, as well as in timber frame construction, driftwood processing, and weaving on warp-weighted looms. Participants—both local and international—include enthusiasts and professionals in heritage preservation, numbering nearly 400 in total.
General Course Information
Turf Masonry
Courses usually last three days, focusing on hands-on learning. Topics include material selection, turf cutting techniques, and traditional masonry using turf blocks and strips. The aim is for participants to gain practical skills, learn relevant terminology and methods, and follow best practices for restoring historic buildings.
Stone Masonry
Stone, like turf, is a traditional building material. Courses cover the basics of stone selection and use of both shaped and natural stones. Students learn to construct and finish double freestanding walls, corners, arches, and wall tops, along with key masonry concepts.
Warp-Weighted Loom Weaving
This ancient Icelandic loom, used from settlement to the 19th century, was essential for making rough cloaks, homespun wool, and patterned textiles. Courses cover loom setup, basic techniques, and weaving methods through hands-on instruction, including the use of historical tools and step-by-step demonstrations.
For further information, contact the project manager, Inga Katrín D. Magnúsdóttir, via email at ingakatrin@skagafjordur.is or by phone at +354 453 6173.