The Wisdom of the Threads
The Folk Magic of Spinning, Binding, and Weaving In the North
May 25th, 2 hour workshop In-person: 12:30-2:30 PM
Located at the Quarry Arts Building
715 Hill Street Madison WI 53703
Taught by Hayley, Trolldom Practitioner and Teacher
About The Class:
From 50,000-year-old burial mound cordage to the Norns who wove the threads of fate, this class explores how spinning, weaving, and knotwork are seen as inherently magical and intimately connected to the creation of life and the soul in Nordic folklore and myth. Students will be introduced to how cloth, knots, and thread are utilized in Nordic folk magic and divination, and they will also learn about the spirits and stories behind these arts. Participants will come away with knowledge of traditional folk magic methods, the symbolism behind folk embroidery, the stories of old feminine magics, the use of fiber and fiber tools in seiðr, the connection between fiber arts and life itself, and more.
The practices of twisting, knotting, and weaving date back to the Neolithic period and are some of our oldest technologies; participating in this work helps to connect us to many generations of ancestors. Come and be inspired to live by the old ways and our ancestral traditions. If you are interested in fiber arts, folkways, Trolldom, Nordic folk healing, stories of seiðr, plant magic, goddesses, poetry, or the Sagas, this would be a great class for you to join.
About your instructor:
Hayley is a folklorist, teacher, and practitioner with 10 years of experience and training. She is a lineage holder and teacher in the tradition of Trolldom: Scandinavian spirituality and wisdom. Through her teaching, she aims to deepen people's relationship with Nature and inspire them to live by the old ways and their ancestral traditions. In addition to her training in Scandinavian folkways, she has been trained in mediumship, spirit work, dream work, seiðr, plant work, trance, and astrological magic. She offers classes and personal apprenticeship in Scandinavian and British folkways, Trolldom, seasonal practice, healing, and holy tides. She also offers readings, healings, and blessing services.
Price:
$55 per person
