With Artist and Jeweler Nancy Anderson of Sweet Bird Studio!
At the Beautiful Gypsy Peace Ranch
Springfield, Illinois
July 19th, 2026
10-5 PM
I am a modern-day hunter-gatherer of materials, inspiration and passion, so keeping true to my calling, I want to share this joy of exploring our one and only selves together.
So, it’s time to go on the hunt...
We will be creating a link to ourselves through the art of making from meaning. Consider yourself an “observer” of your life; get creative going around your home finding “evidence” of who you are. Then, collect these things to bring. This may include a special poem you have been saving, an old piece of jewelry, photos of people or places that you love, maybe a ceramic animal that calls to you. Don’t try to censor the collecting, if it calls to you, bring it! This is a treasure hunt in the house before you get here. Have FUN!
The following items are NOT required, but highly recommended. Hopefully this list will inspire you, the skies the limit…
The more you bring to play with, the more satisfying your experience may be, on a personal level.
Examples of things to seek out:
-A poem that resonates with you to share
• Personal effects such as old jewelry, a single sad earring, grandma’s charm bracelet, and old treasures from years past lying idle in your jewelry box.
-Stones and sheet metals if you have things at home already
-Pictures or photocopies of family, saints medals, or anything that inspires you!
• Artifacts such as fossils, shells, twigs, leaves, stones, pinecones and feathers
• Maps, old books, photos, old postage stamps, coins, keys
• Letters or documents
• Fabric or ribbons, beads
• Found boxes, think cigar boxes, tin boxes or even old suitcases
• Pieces of glass, ceramics, lenses
• Old dolls or dollhouse parts
• Buttons, hinges, nuts and washers
Please note, these are only suggestions and I will have plenty of materials to create with!
Not only will you walk away with your very own Shrine of Intention, but inspiration, community, creativity and connection.
In addition to creating, lunch will be provided and bring your swimsuit if you would like to take a dip in the pool over lunch!
And if that’s not enough, Chanel Schwartz will be closing us out with a sacred sound bowl healing.
Happy Summer, and I look forward to being with all my Sweet Bird/Gypsy Soul family.
Warmly,
Nancy
