Shamanic Rattle Birthing Workshop
Time: 9:30 AM โ 5:30 PM
Focus: Creating a sacred rattle using natural materials โ wood, , gourds, seeds, stones, feathers โ in harmony with the Earthโs rhythms.
Intention: To birth a spirit-filled instrument in a ceremonial way, infused with your prayers and life force.
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9:30 โ 10:00 AM โ Opening the Sacred Space
โข Smudging with sage, cedar, or palo santo.
โข Calling in the four directions, elements, ancestors, and spirit allies.
โข Group introductions and intention sharing.
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10:00 โ 10:30 AM โ The Spirit & Symbolism of the Rattle
โข How rattles are used in shamanic traditions for healing, journeying, and energy work.
โข Choosing an intention for your rattleโs purpose.
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10:30 AM โ 12:30 PM โ Crafting the Rattle Head
โข Selecting materials, gourd, or other natural vessel.
โข Cutting, and shaping.
โข Choosing symbolic fillings โ seeds, stones, beans, herbs, crystals โ to embody your intention.
โข Sewing or binding the head and preparing it to dry.
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12:30 โ 1:30 PM โ Earth-Honoring Lunch
โข Plant-based, locally sourced meal.
โข Optional quiet reflection in nature.
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1:30 โ 3:00 PM โ Crafting the Handle
โข Choosing wood, antler, or bamboo.
โข Carving, sanding, and smoothing by hand.
โข Binding the handle to the rattle head .
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3:00 โ 3:30 PM โ Decoration & Blessing
โข Adding feathers, beads, shells, or natural dyes.
โข Infusing each addition with prayer and intention.
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3:30 โ 4:15 PM โ Shamanic Journey: Meeting the Rattleโs Spirit
โข Guided drumming/rattling to connect with your rattleโs essence.
โข Receiving its name, song, or message.
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4:15 โ 5:00 PM โ Awakening Ceremony
โข Blessing with the four elements โ air (smoke), fire (candle), water (sprinkle), earth (touch).
โข Group circle to sound the rattles together for the first time.
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5:00 โ 5:30 PM โ Closing & Gratitude
โข Sharing experiences and messages.
โข Closing the sacred space and giving thanks to all beings who assisted.
Energy exchange ยฃ150
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