{"product_id":"make-your-own-18-hand-drum-october-18th","title":"Make Your Own 18\" Hand-drum October 18th","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake Your Own 18\" Hand Drum Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunday, October 18th, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11:00am – 4:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeld at Katherine’s Home Studio in Fort Collins, CO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate Your Own 18\" Hand Drum in Sacred Ceremony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin this \u003cstrong\u003eMake Your Own 18\" Hand Drum workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e and craft a powerful instrument of the heart in an ancient, ceremonial way. From the very beginning, you step into a guided process that honors ancestral traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you move through the day, you will create your own 18\" rawhide drum and drum beater. At the same time, you will call in the spirit of your drum and infuse it with intention, prayer, and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Ceremonial Drum-Making Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop includes all materials and hands-on guidance to complete your drum. Throughout the experience, you actively engage in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSacred prayer and intention setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmudging and energetic clearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect connection to the spirit of your drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step drum construction in the ancient style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, your drum becomes more than an instrument—it becomes a living ally you can work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Power of the Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancient hand drum supports healing, rhythm, and connection. For example, you can use your drum for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShamanic journeying and meditation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy clearing and grounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecting with spirit guides and totem animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening the heart and restoring inner harmony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, drumming shifts your awareness out of the analytical mind. Instead, it brings you into a calm, intuitive state connected to the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Drum Hide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing your rawhide is part of the sacred process. Therefore, select the animal energy you feel most aligned with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBison\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strength, abundance, grounding, and connection to Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElk\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stamina, protection, and heart-centered guidance \u003cem\u003e(ideal for beginners)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse\u003c\/strong\u003e – Freedom, courage, movement, and spiritual power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, your drum includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaple hoop\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strength and endurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlder beater\u003c\/strong\u003e – Determination and inner confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo prepare for the workshop, please bring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld towel (for handling wet hide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePliers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnacks (hands will be busy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn open and curious mindset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the workshop, you will leave with a \u003cstrong\u003ecompleted 18\" hand drum and drum beater\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace is limited to \u003cstrong\u003e12 participants\u003c\/strong\u003e, so early registration is encouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegister by October 9th, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure materials are available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials are pre-purchased based on enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo refunds\u003c\/strong\u003e once materials are purchased\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you cannot attend, contact Katherine to arrange a replacement for your spot—if there is not a wait list you are responsible for getting a replacement. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatherine Skaggs Home Studio at: \u003cstrong\u003e3148 Birmingham Drive, Fort Collins, CO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katherine Skaggs Store","offers":[{"title":"18\" Elk Hide Drum","offer_id":50306897772901,"sku":"18ElkHide","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" Horses Hide Drum","offer_id":50306897805669,"sku":"18Horse","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" Bison Hide Drum","offer_id":50306897838437,"sku":"18Bison","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0869\/4828\/2725\/files\/2633_horse-hide-drums-asstd-tiny.jpg?v=1764724420","url":"https:\/\/katherineskaggs.com\/products\/make-your-own-18-hand-drum-october-18th","provider":"Katherine Skaggs Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}