winter season links:
intro
calendar
circle members
opening
workshop
creative inventory
revisiting exercise
reflective conversation
closing season
To see printable pdf of the seasons guide go here.
opening: mission statement silent time word: sparkle intro sentence: I am surrounded by… stepping stones/synchronicities: share creative journeys and guiding influences business notes: discuss preparations for closing season jewel box: workshop — guardian pendants closing: state goals until next meeting and brief silent time The workshop is designed to initiate creative problem solving through fun and innovative projects that will inspire your creative journey. Basic instructions encourage members to share ideas and explore a variety of materials with one another. From the monolithic monuments of Stonehenge to the pebbled shoreline beaches of Lake Superior people since prehistoric times have been fascinated by the timeless knowledge, silent wisdom and beauty of stones. Stones speak to the spirit and symbolize connection and bond between all things on earth — their power is mystical. This winter's sister i workshop invites the healing power of stones to the circle. Bring your favorite small gem, stone, rock or pebble to your sister i circle and suspend it as a symbol of your brave creative spirit. Search your home for a stone that holds meaning to you or take a silent walk and unearth one. There are also many specialty stores and websites that carry semi precious stones and crystals. Consider painting your stone or applying a thin layer of clear nail polish to give your stone sheen (polish can also be applied after the pendant is completed). In preparation for the workshop you'll also want to collect the supplies necessary to suspend your pendant, consider whether this piece is going to be hung around your neck as a necklace, dangling in space or fixed as a sacred wall ornament — see junk box suggestions for some material ideas. Once you gather with your circle, begin the workshop by placing your stones in the middle of the table or floor that you'll be working from. Each of you will then introduce your stone to the circle — describe where you found it and explain the type of guidance you are searching for. After your turn, put your stone back and let the person next to you go. Do this until everyone has had a turn. Now it's time to get busy! How you attach your stone to the material you've chosen for suspension is the creative problem solving perplexity of the workshop— share your ideas and let your imagination lead you (hint: Super Glue is a miracle problem solver!). Once you have completed your guardian pendant take a moment with your finished piece and share your energy from within — ask for creative inspiration and guidance! junk box suggestions: thin leather lace silk ribbon thin wire chain pendant latches (found at craft and bead stores) beads nail polish super glue or some other bonding adhesive music — decide who will bring a CD player camera — send us a photo and we’ll post it in the gallery! |
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