October Schedule!
- Sep 27, 2016
- 5 min read
And just like that, September is almost gone! As I'm writing this the first day of fall just passed + the weather is cooling down to optimal temperatures for hunkering down with hot drinks + crafts! So grab your pumpkin spice latte, london fog, cappuccino or good ol' hot cocoa + check out what we have planned for you this month!
So far this season is shaping up to be so much fun + very exciting here at the shop! On top of some new workshops we're also participating in a lot of great events that I hope you'll come out + support!
Friday September 30 - Saturday October 1
Culture Days/Doors Open Orillia
Here at the shop I'm excited to participate in Culture Days 2016! Throughout town you will be able to find various activities or demonstrations celebrating local talent. Here at the shop we will be hosting a community weaving project. Stop by the shop to add your own line to the final piece. Wool + other fibres will be supplied but you are more than welcome to bring your own material including yarn, a strip of fabric, wool roving or string no more than 36” long. We are all adding a unique story to the greater history of our community here in Orillia + the final weaving will represent that unique diversity. Add your voice to this one of a kind piece of fibre art! The final product will hang in the shop as a reminder to participate in + support our local community. No previous experience is needed as direction will be provided on site + there is no cost to participate. Participants of all ages are welcome to contribute! FREE ADMISSION
Sunday October 2
Fall Equinox Holistic Healing Fair 10:00 - 4:00
I'm also really looking forward to being a vendor at the upcoming Fall Equinox Holistic Healing Fair taking place at ODAS Park. This will be such a fun event as we will be surrounded by psychics, healers, artisans + much more! We'll also be bringing our community weaving project to celebrate the last of the Culture Days weekend! Come add your own line to the piece with one of our supplied materials or bring your own string, yarn or fabric strip to contribute!
Find out more information here!
FREE ADMISSION
Wednesday October 5
Essential Oils Introduction Session 7:00 - 9:00
In case you missed the first one you can join us for this fun + interactive 2 hour Health Workshop! Explore Essential Oils + what they can do for you + your family's health, home + lifestyle. Melissa Van Dam (CD DONA), Certified Birth Doula with 8 years of essential oils experience will be presenting 11 common, extremely useful + versatile essential oils.
You Will Go Home:
Knowing what an Essential Oils is
Knowing the ways you can use Essential Oils
With information about Essential Oils in pregnancy, with children + pets
With important information about the Seed to Seal difference + why it matters
With your choice of a sample of Essential Oils
If you think this will be as valuable as we do, bring someone with you who you want to benefit too! You will get a $15 value gift + they will get the chance to experience the power of Essential Oils!!
This session is perfect for anyone interested in essential oils :) $5 +HST per person
Thursday October 6
"Truck Stop Thursdays" at the Brownstone w/ Terry Savage + The Wonky Honkees 9:00
Get your cowboy boots, hat + beer ready to listen to some roadhouse trucker slop country music! Happy to partner with Terry Savage + The Wonky Honkees on their new monthly residency at The Brownstone Cafe. You'll find the lads + a musical guest bringing down the house on the first Thursday of each month + your $5 cover also gets you a raffle ticket for some sweet goods from Harold + Ferne makers! Be sure to check out the first "Truck Stop Thursday" this month, featuring Bet Smith + The Currie Brothers, for a stompin' good time + a chance to win!
$5 Cover at The Brownstone
Thursday October 13
DIY Mineral Makeup 6:30 - 8:00
Trying to make the switch to natural products but stuck in the make-up department? Join Steph Whalen + make your own line of natural mineral makeup! Using cosmetic grade micas, oxides + titanium dioxide each attendee will make + take home one of each in fresh natural shades: blush, bronzer, highlighter, two eyeshadows + a tinted peppermint lip balm! Each product will be made in professional make up pots + you'll also receive a complimentary makeup brush!
This workshop is perfect for creators of all skill sets :) $40 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Tuesday October 18
Essential Oils Make + Take: Natural Cleaning Products 6:30 - 8:30
It seems the more we find out about the chemicals in our homes and cleaning products, the more we realize they are neither safe nor good for the environment. The ingredients in almost all the most popular products are now known to be either carcinogenic, hormone disrupting, toxic to the body, bad for the environment or all four! More "environmentally friendly" products might break down better once they go down the drain, but they are not necessarily any less toxic to humans and are usually more expensive.
So, what is a health + environment conscious person to do? Make their own! Not only are homemade cleaning products chemical free but in most cases they are a fraction of the price of regular, chemical laden, cleaning agents! And, contrary to popular belief, one natural cleaner can take the place of a number of different chemical heavy products, saving you storage space under the sink. Another great benefit to cutting the chemicals is that these products are family friendly - no harsh residue or smells to contend with - so kids can safely help out with chores around the house.
In this class we will make laundry detergent, an "everything" scrub + a delicious room spray! You will go home with the recipe, the experience to repeat the recipe + samples of each to try while you get together the ingredients to make your next batch.
This is a great way to begin, or continue, your journey towards a chemical free home!
$45 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Wednesday October 26
Dreamcatcher Workshop 6:30 - 8:30
Join Samantha McIsaac + Devon Dwinnell as they show us the ropes in our first Dreamcatcher Workshop! Learn the basics of this traditional craft with a variety of colours + accessories at your fingertips. Samantha + Devon will also introduce us to the story of the dreamcatcher while creating a sacred space in which to make. You will take home a small finished dreamcatcher to hang in your home or gift to a loved one. And you will leave with the knowledge + skills to continue your creative journey into this beautiful artform.
This workshop is perfect for creators of all skill sets :)
$35 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Tuesday November 1
Mala II Workshop 6:30 - 9:30
The wonderful ladies from Purple Lotus are here to take us to the next level in mala making! In this three hour workshop we will explore the importance of ritual + creating a sacred space to support your meditation practice. Learn the tradition of silk hand knotting + enjoy the added therapeutic benefits of sandalwood + gemstone beads as you create a 108 bead mala.
Note: It is recommended that you have attended our Intro Mala Making Workshop and/or have some meditation experience.
$115 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Happy Crafting!
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