“Dolls are one of the symbolic treasures of the instinctual nature. For centuries humans have felt that dolls emanate both a holiness and mana – an awesome and compelling prescience which acts upon persons, changing them spiritually. Dolls are believed to be infused with life by their makers. They are used as markers of authority and talismans to remind one of one’s own power."—Clarissa Pinkola Estes
In this 2-day workshop we will use the wisdom teaching from Clarissa Pinkola Estes around the ancient fairy tale “Vasilisa’s Doll” — an orphaned girl is given a special magical doll that whispers life-saving intuitive wisdom at just the right time as she goes through life’s challenges.
Over the course of the weekend you will journal, work with oracle cards, and explore the ancient fairy tale "Vasila's Doll" as told in Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes book Woman Who Run with the Wolves.
Most importantly, you will
C R E A T E
your own mystical, magical Spirit Doll with the plethora of supplies and step by step instructions. Absolutely no previous art skills are required!
Through story-telling, guided meditation and prompts the doorway to your imagination and intuition will open and your Spirit doll will come to life by your own hands!
Detailed instructions and guidance will be given at every step on this super easy and fun way to construct your doll using soft armature wire, fabrics, jewels, stones, sticks, moss and more - (no sewing, construction, or art skills are expected or required, and yet you will be amazed by what you are able to create over the weekend!).
ALL art supplies are included! A vegetarian soup and salad are provided each day for lunch, as well as boiled eggs, fruit, snacks, water and coffee. You are welcome to bring other snacks, drinks or a dish to add for the lunch if you would like.
“Dolls serve us as talismans...reminders of what we feel, but do not see, of something that is as it is, but we cannot see...the numen of a doll is here to remind us and to anticipate for us.” --Clarissa Pinkola Estes
