This program was created to help our community members learn skills that honor our Appalachian heritage here in the Smokies.
We offer programs related to bread making, cast iron care, drying herbs, and more!
Please check out our upcoming programs below to find out how you can sign up for our interest list or reserve your spot today.
Program Topics for 2025:
More Details Coming Soon!
More Details Coming Soon!
More Details Coming Soon!
Pictures from Previous Back to the Basics Workshops:
1st place winner of
Fall-themed Cupcake Decorating Contest!
Fall-themed Cupcake Decorating Contest!
Cupcake Decorating particpants
decorating their cupcakes.
decorating their cupcakes.
FCS Agent, Kaysie Adkins cupcake design examples.
Cupcake Decorating participants make Homemade Buttercream Frosting
FCS Agent, Kaysie Adkins, explains how to fill and use piping bags.
Participants prepare their chair cane before weaving.
FCS Agent, Sarah Vaden, demonstrates how to start the weave on the chair.
FCS Agent, Kaysie Adkins, helps participant finish their chair weave.
Chair weaving participant uses chair cane to create a unique pattern.
If you have questions, please fill out the form below for more information. Thank you!
Kaysie Elizabeth Adkins
Extension Agent I, Sevier County
Responsible Area(s)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Family and Consumer Sciences