Shamanic Rattle Birthing Workshop
Time: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Focus: Creating a sacred rattle using natural materials — wood, , gourds, seeds, stones, feathers — in harmony with the Earth’s 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 – 10:00 AM — Opening the Sacred Space
• Smudging with sage, cedar, or palo santo.
• Calling in the four directions, elements, ancestors, and spirit allies.
• Group introductions and intention sharing.
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10:00 – 10:30 AM — The Spirit & Symbolism of the Rattle
• How rattles are used in shamanic traditions for healing, journeying, and energy work.
• Choosing an intention for your rattle’s purpose.
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10:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Crafting the Rattle Head
• Selecting materials, gourd, or other natural vessel.
• Cutting, and shaping.
• Choosing symbolic fillings — seeds, stones, beans, herbs, crystals — to embody your intention.
• Sewing or binding the head and preparing it to dry.
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12:30 – 1:30 PM — Earth-Honoring Lunch
• Plant-based, locally sourced meal.
• Optional quiet reflection in nature.
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1:30 – 3:00 PM — Crafting the Handle
• Choosing wood, antler, or bamboo.
• Carving, sanding, and smoothing by hand.
• Binding the handle to the rattle head .
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3:00 – 3:30 PM — Decoration & Blessing
• Adding feathers, beads, shells, or natural dyes.
• Infusing each addition with prayer and intention.
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3:30 – 4:15 PM — Shamanic Journey: Meeting the Rattle’s Spirit
• Guided drumming/rattling to connect with your rattle’s essence.
• Receiving its name, song, or message.
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4:15 – 5:00 PM — Awakening Ceremony
• Blessing with the four elements — air (smoke), fire (candle), water (sprinkle), earth (touch).
• Group circle to sound the rattles together for the first time.
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5:00 – 5:30 PM — Closing & Gratitude
• Sharing experiences and messages.
• Closing the sacred space and giving thanks to all beings who assisted.
Energy exchange £150
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