Labyrinths

What is a labyrinth?
Although English often uses the word synonymous with a maze, from a contemporary standpoint, the two are related, but unique, designs. A labyrinth is unicursal– that is, it has a single path that winds inward, and then spirals back out. There’s no dead ends, no wrong turns, no way to “get it wrong”.

Labyrinths are an ancient map for modern seekers to follow; they are used for prayer and meditation, for healing and insight. They have been used in classrooms for helping focus and calm children. Many hospitals are installing labyrinths on their grounds, as a non-denominational mindfulness practice for families and patients. Churches are using them for holy days, and specially designs labyrinths have been used for ceremonies across faiths.

Modern labyrinths come in many forms; you can find full size walkable public labyrinths in many urban areas, to special events with labyrinths on canvas, or laid out in lights, cord or even canned goods, to the many offering of hand-held labyrinths made by crafspeople worldwide- including the ones found here on this site!

Heartbloom Labyrinths

I offer a variety of labyrinth practices and products:

  • Finger Labyrinths
  • Creativity-focused classes using the labyrinth
  • Guided labyrinth walks
  • Labyrinth jewelry
  • Labyrinth art
  • Labyrinth inspiration cards

Learning the Labyrinth

PNW Witches Market Beltane Festival
Sunday April 28, 12PM – 5PM at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland, WA (Workshop at 3:15)

Introducing the labyrinth as a tool for meditation, prayer, relaxation and self-exploration. Participants will learn how to draw their own classic labyrinth, and where to find public labyrinths in the Seattle area.

Heart of the Labyrinth

May 12, 17, 19, 24 6-9pm in Mountlake Terrace

Four session creative workshop using the labyrinth, storytelling and art to explore your heart’s questions.