Ceremonial Gourd Rattle: Make & Take Class with Jeff Wierzba

Unlock the rhythm of nature and create a powerful tool for your personal practice.

Join us for a unique and immersive workshop where you will handcraft your own ceremonial gourd rattle from start to finish. This is more than just a craft class; it's a journey into creating a sacred object infused with your own intention and energy.

Under Jeff's guided instruction you will connect with natural materials every step of the way:

Choose Your Handle: Feel the energy of different woods and select a handle that speaks to you—whether it's the sturdy strength of oak the flexible grace of birch or the smooth warmth of maple. Each wood carries its own spirit and properties.

Select Your Gourd: Browse a beautiful array of dried cleaned and prepared gourds. Each one has a unique shape size and character. You will choose the perfect gourd to become the amplifying voice of your rattle.

Find Your Rattle's Voice: The heart of your instrument is its sound. We provide a variety of tumbled stones and crystals such as quartz for clarity amethyst for peace or jasper for grounding for you to place inside your gourd. The choice is yours creating a sound that is uniquely powerful to you.

You will learn traditional techniques to assemble secure and finish your rattle creating a durable and beautiful instrument meant to be used and cherished.

This workshop is perfect for: Sound healers yoga instructors and meditation practitioners looking to add a personal tool to their practice. Anyone interested in herbalism ceremony or connecting with indigenous-inspired art forms (respectfully taught). Individuals seeking a meaningful creative and hands-on experience with a tangible keepsake. Anyone looking for a unique and soulful way to spend an afternoon.

You will leave with a beautiful fully functional and personally crafted ceremonial gourd rattle as well as the knowledge of how it was made and the intentions behind its components. In addition you will now possess a powerful tool for sound cleansing meditation ritual or simply bringing joyful rhythm into your life.

All materials and guidance are provided. No experience necessary—just an open heart and a desire to create.

Space & supplies are limited - this event requires you to pre-register. Visit the TICKETS link embedded in this event page to purchase online or stop by Runic Apothecary. We also accept payments over the phone. 

Location:

Runic Apothecary

844 Willard Dr Suite 5

Green Bay (Ashwaubenon)

920-544-0048

OPEN TUE-SAT 10-6PM

SELECT AHEAD OF TIME:

Wood for your handle:

-Birch

-Pine

-Maple

Host or Publisher Runic Apothecary, LLC