Harvest Flame: A Lammas/Lughnasadh Oil Lamp Workshop

Celebrate the first harvest with a hands-on workshop exploring the sacred history and symbolism of homemade oil lamps. In honor of Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, we’ll gather to create simple olive oil lamps as symbols of gratitude, abundance, protection, and the light we carry into the darker half of the year.
We’ll begin with a brief discussion of oil lamps across religious, spiritual, and magical traditions, including their use as symbols of devotion, divine presence, prayer, blessing, and illumination. From ancient household lamps to altar lights and ritual flames, we’ll explore how one small flame can hold deep spiritual meaning.
Participants will then create their own small olive oil lamp using simple materials, with the option to personalize it with harvest-inspired decorations, herbs, colors, and intentions. Together, we’ll connect the lamp to the themes of Lammas/Lughnasadh: the first harvest, the fruits of our labor, gratitude for what has grown, and mindful preparation for the season ahead.
Each participant will leave with a handmade oil lamp, basic safety guidance, and ideas for incorporating their lamp into a personal altar, meditation practice, harvest ritual, or seasonal celebration.
No prior experience is needed. All materials are provided.