Sacred Scents Workshop: May 20-22, 2022
Location: Paonia, CO
Learn the Process of Enfleurage, and the Art of Subtle Aromatherapy and Composing Natural Perfumes
You are invited to explore different realms of aromatics during this hands-on weekend workshop in the beautiful valley of Paonia, Colorado.
Through the course of the weekend, we will be exploring various avenues that will open up a deeper understanding of aromatics and the language of essential oils. We will also expand your skillset in composing your own blends.
We will gather at 5 p.m. on Friday to have a small potluck and opening circle prior to going into our first topic, I ask that you bring something to contribute to the community potluck on Friday evening.
Below you will find more information on the three areas that we will be focusing on through the weekend. A general schedule of the weekend can be seen here: Sacred Scents Workshop ~Schedule
Friday p.m. and Saturday a.m. ~ Enfleurage
Have you ever excitedly run over to a lilac bush or tuberose plant to inhale its deeply floral fragrance, and then soon found yourself saddened by their growing season coming to an end? Have you dreamed of being able to capture the scent to enjoy it through the year? This can become a reality if you have an abundance of fragrant flowers and a few tools and materials. Unlike many other flowers, the delicate flowers of lilac, tuberose and jasmine are too delicate to be extracted by steam distillation, a process of producing essential oils. While a natural extract of these aromatics can be very difficult to come by commercially, we can create them ourselves through the process of Enfleurage. This process will be demonstrated during the weekend.
Saturday Afternoon ~ Subtle Aromatherapy
While essential oils have become more popular to use therapeutically for various ailments, it is important to consider that they also have a unique way of interacting with our mind and emotions, physiologically through the limbic system within our brain. Each one of us has our own unique olfactory memory that connects scents to experiences and moments throughout our life.
Through the weekend we will explore the subject of Subtle Aromatherapy, the Language of Aromatics, and why this is an important consideration when composing a blend for yourself, a loved one, or a client. We will also have some time to quiet ourselves and experience various essential oils and discuss ways to incorporate subtle aromatherapy into our daily life.
Sunday morning ~ Composing Natural Perfumes and Blending Techniques
Essential Oils are volatile concentrated substances derived from aromatic parts of various plants, fruit and trees. I will briefly discuss the safety and toxicology of essential oils, and we will experience a range of essential oils having levels of intensity, depths, and dissipation. These considerations must be taken into account during the blending process. During this workshop you will be introduced to several blending techniques and considerations, including the Top, middle and base note classification system, the odor intensity of commonly used essential oils, odor types, Essential Oil Blending Factors, and more.
- Educational handouts will be provided during the workshop. You will also be able to create a blend of your own to take home in a unique glass bottle similar to the glass bottles below.
- An organic lunch and floral inspired treats will be provided on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon, prior to us parting.
Additional Information
This workshop will be held on the property of Elderberry’s Herbal Education and Retreat Center in Paonia, Colorado. If traveling and in need of a place to stay the night, there are AirBnB rentals available on the property as well as within the town of Paonia. Free camping is also provided within Elderberry’s grounds; however, the weather may still be a bit chilly at that time so if considering this option, please plan accordingly.
A detailed schedule for the weekend can be seen here, however a more detailed schedule will be sent upon confirmation of registration, as well as links to Elderberry’s if considering staying at one of the AirBnB rentals on the property as that will need to be arranged with the property owner separately.
Please note that this will be a small-sized workshop, with limited capacity; early registration is recommended to reserve your spot.
You can register here to reserve your spot:
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More about Your instructor: Kathryn Delaney CCA, CCH, CN
Kathryn Delaney’s interest in herbal therapeutics and healing modalities began in 1992 with a focus on essential oils and the therapeutics available within Aromatherapy. She discovered the realm of subtle aromatherapy in 1999 and began channeling blends in 2003. In 2011, she became Certified as a Clinical Aromatherapist through the Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy, with the focus of her thesis on the Chakra System and the Language of Essential Oils.
Moved by an influx of information, and an increasing observation of unsafe practices of people using essential oils, Kathryn developed “Esenta, The Aromaticum App” in 2015. This was created as a means to provide information on safe uses and dilutions of essential oils. She continued her studies in the healing arts at the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism, where she earned her Certifications in Clinical Herbalism and Nutrition in 2019. Kathryn currently teaches at the CSCH on topics including Essential Oil Safety and Toxicology, Essential Oil Distillation and medicine making, and also offers a range of classes to the public, including natural perfuming, subtle aromatherapy and product making. She is a Level 2 NAHA member and approved to be an Aromatherapy Educator. In addition to her focus on teaching, she is a freelance writer, and offers consultations, all-natural body care, custom blends, and holistic health support through her business, Roots of Alchemy, if you have additional questions, and would like to contact her, write to rootsofalchemy@gmail.com.
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