Beth Homa Kraus

BETH HOMA KRAUS

(they/them)

Beth Homa Kraus uses sustainably harvested and hand processed bark from White Paper Birch tree to make woven items that can be used in everyday life, as well as in a gallery. By teaching classes and facilitating other learning opportunities in this handcraft, Beth focuses on building communities and celebrating the weaving traditions rooted many different cultures.

After studying painting at Hamline University and working as a caseworker for the homeless in Baltimore Maryland, Beth became an intern at the North House Folk School in Grand Marais, Minnesota. There they learned many traditional crafts including many styles of boat building, but their focus shifted to basketry and their obsession with birch bark was sparked. Birch bark quickly became Beth’s principal medium.

Beth has taught birch basketry classes at North House Folk School, the American Swedish Institute, the Weavers’ Guild, and many special engagements. Through communal learning, public demonstrations, and facilitating harvests, they share their love for this durable and beautiful material with everyone with a desire to learn. Check out Beth’s work HERE!