Do you hear the Forest calling?
The Forever Forest Crafting Circle is welcome to all who wish to be present in the moment through creative expression. The Circle serves as a space to reconnect with self and others through the practice of creativity and realized through a love of nature inspired crafts.
So let go of all that ails you. Come join the Forever Forest for a while and weave with us.
In Person Circles
Offering intended for individuals or groups to join at a venue
All you need to bring is you! All materials, tools and supplies are provided. Join us at a specific time/location to learn how to create a Forever Succulent. Groups can be facilitated- however, table sizes may be different at each venue. I cannot guarantee any specific seating arrangement unless communicated in advance.
*contact me to discuss a private event/circle
Grounded through Creativity
Rooted in Community
Online Circles
Offering intended for individuals or groups to join from the comfort of your home via zoom.
This circle is perfect for all near and far. You can join through the online zoom link to weave with us from the comfort of your own space. Join solo to experience the crafting community or invite others to your space and you can join as a group. Tickets are 2 for 1 to encourage more community and help bring new people into this wonderful hobby.
Materials/tools: There are two options if you’re attending online. 1) You can shop for yourself. After purchasing your ticket, you will be emailed a detailed list of what to bring to circle and how to set up for the perfect circle. 2)*Canada only* I do the shopping for you. I have DIY kits available for purchase. These are sent through Canada Post flat rate shipping boxes - I cannot guarantee any arrival dates, however, if the kits do not arrive on time I will honour your ticket for a future circle. Lloydminster locals can arrange for free pick up.
Why Circles?
Over the isolation of the pandemic, I was inspired by Henika Patel and her stunning Women’s Circles. I was amazed at how much intimacy and community could be created with souls from all over the world. We weren’t allowed to gather in person, so I started inviting friends and family to “spa days.” I would send them a curated spa box, we would meet over zoom, to share presence in self care- inspired by Henika’s circles. I didn’t have the vocabulary for it then, but those were my first online circles. I poured my heart and soul into those moments as they were a spark of joy in times that felt lonely and grey. I rooted in the community of Henika’s circles and then bloomed holding space for others in my own spa days. During covid, circles and the community they created, kept me going. Even though I am grateful to be able to resume all the wonders of “normal life.” I never quite let go of circles; they were a seed that was planted in my spirit all those years ago. Life is so busy now I can barely keep up with work and my art. I’m glad we’re back to “normal” but some days I find myself longing for the ease of being able to just log on and see my chosen community from the warmth of my cozy couch.
When I started making trees, I had this crazy idea that if I could just make enough of them, they would heal the world. I’ve known for a long time that I could never create enough to see that hope come true. They take a hot minute to make and I’ve only got two hands! The only way is to share the knowledge. Much like the trees are collaborative, sharing nutrients with those who need it through the mycelium network, I wanted to share my craft with anyone who wanted to learn. It is the only way to make enough trees and plants- to make a true Forest! But I didn’t want to just teach another class, I wanted to create an experience that was as special as the trees are. Years after life got back to its hustle and bustle, I saw that Henika was offering her first Circle Facilitator course. My heart skipped a beat to learn that there would be more circle holders trained in Henika’s methods. I had gobbled up her book Sensual, where she elaborates on the SENSFUL method she developed as a framework for her circles. This was the reason her circles hit me in my soul place and how she was able to create such a sense of community during her gatherings. I decided to take a leap and became a member of the first cohort of Circle Holders Facilitator Training. I knew that circles were the way to bring the Forever Forest to the world. I’ve spent the last year working on my skills as a circle facilitator, artist and business owner to bring this next part of my vision to reality.
I’ve never felt more excited or ready to host a circle. The Forever Forest Crafting Circle is about creating a moment of presence through creativity and artistic expression. You can’t help but be grounded- nature’s palette does this through the crystals and stones we work with. I will show you how to complete not just a craft, but a practice of intention, mindfulness and an embodied hobby. You, in turn help me fill the world with the Forever Forest.
Can you hear the Forest calling?
All that’s missing is you!
