November 2011

Open Labyrinth Walk and Baby Food Drive

All are welcome to this FREE labyrinth walk in Bellingham to mark the beginning of Advent.

Faith Lutheran Church will host an Open Labyrinth Walk and Baby Food Drive on Monday, November 28, 2011, from 4:00-8:00pm at 2750 McLeod Rd., just off I-5/Northwest Exit in Bellingham, WA. The public is invited to attend, and all are welcome to bring a donation of nonperishable baby food to place on the perimeter of the labyrinth during the walk. The walk has an "open house" format; come early or late at whatever time works for your schedule.

An 11-circuit Chartres labyrinth, provided by The Laughing Flower Labyrinth Company, will be available, along with guidelines for walking, information about labyrinths, and an optional prayer starter. 

Pictured above, the 11-circuit Chartres canvas labyrinth during a Holy Week walk at Faith in spring 2011.

For information about these and other upcoming labyrinth events, visit www.laughingflowerlabyrinth.com/events.

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Gratitude Giveaways continue thru Dec 20th

Laughing Flower offers THREE GREAT SPECIALS for newsletter subscribers this holiday season

In celebration of the three great labyrinth projects* in November, and in thankfulness for the recent article I was featured in (just released last month) by nationally syndicated gardening columnist Marty Ross titled "Labyrinths change the mood of a garden", The Laughing Flower will continue the November "gratitude" special through December 20th! Read below for more details. 

"I have had friends who have acted kindly towards me, and it has been my good fortune to have it in my power to give them substantial proofs of my gratitude." -Giacomo Casanova

*Pictured above, a photo of the new labyrinth at Living Room at Twin Creeks in Enumclaw, WA. To see an album of photos of the project and retreat center, visit our Facebook page.

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Giveaway #1 - FREE CONSULTATION and T-SHIRT

Have you been wondering about a labyrinth for your space but unsure if you have 1) enough room 2) enough money or 3) the right setting? Are you overwhelmed by all of the different designs, or unsure even what designs are available?

The Laughing Flower ALWAYS offers FREE one hour consultations with no obligation whatsoever to purchase an installation. Consultations can be conducted onsite, over the phone or by email. Benefits of scheduling a consultation* now include...

• TWO FREE handouts about creating effective labyrinths and sacred space: "The Four P's" and "Elements of Sacred Space" PLUS a handout with labyrinth designs to choose from, including information about how to choose the right design for your space, spirituality and use;
• FREE onsite analysis and measurements of your space, including recommendations for different materials, sizes and arrangements to meet any budget;
• November/December Bonus: FREE labyrinth t-shirt (your choice-blue or green, $7 value); and
• FREE follow up estimate, with no obligation or pressure to purchase anything ever, any further steps are up to YOU**

*Consultations must be initiated by Dec. 20 but can be scheduled for any time that's convenient for you, even in 2012!

**It's my belief that labyrinths shouldn't be rushed, pushed or "sold"; the timing, the budget and everything about a consultation and installation should feel "right" to both parties. It must come from a desire which has usually been planted in the soul, not by what I say, but by the client's own experience of walking a labyrinth at some time in the past. So you can trust that you are "safe" from manipulative and pushy sales tactics when you schedule a consultation for a labyrinth.

Pictured above: Rose Hill Meadows Park - Santa Rosa Labyrinth, City of Kirkland, WA; installation by The Laughing Flower and community volunteers. Click here to read more about this project.

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Giveaway #2 - LABYRINTH DESIGN and INSTALLATION

If you are dreaming of having a labyrinth for your home, church, office or retreat center, schedule your labyrinth installation by Dec. 20* to receive the labyrinth design FREE ($250 value). You'll receive all of the benefits of Giveaway #1 PLUS a free design.

With experience creating labyrinths with paint, pavers, bricks, rocks, ledge stone, plants, grass, found objects and many other creative materials, I have the ability to offer labyrinths to meet any budget. My past clients have been very happy, read Laughing Flower testimonials here. In addition...

• Nonprofits and churches receive always receive an additional 10% off
• Three Month Payment Plans available
• PLUS FREE LABYRINTH DESIGN ($250 value) with your labyrinth installation

Imagine what your outdoor space would look like with your own labyrinth, the convenience and beauty of having a labyrinth in your own backyard...email by Dec. 20 to schedule your labyrinth project.

*Your project can be scheduled December 2011-March 2012! Just make sure you call 360-927-8803 or email using the link above by Dec. 20.

Pictured above: St. John's Episcopal Church Labyrinth, Kirkland, WA; design by Laughing Flower, painting by Laughing Flower and church and community volunteers. To see an album of photos from this project, visit our Facebook page.

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Giveaway #3 - 1/2 OFF PERSONAL LABYRINTHS

Portable, personal-sized labyrinths are great for home or retreat use. Affordability, convenience and versality are some of the reasons people purchase personal labyrinths. These are perfect for gifts or personal prayer time.

For the month of November and December, get your personal sized labyrinth for 1/2 off the regular price. Prices vary depending on size and whether we supply the canvas. We also paint on rugs, playmats, concrete surfaces, or cloth you provide (as in the photo above, where my client had extra fabric on hand from an upholstery project) for even more savings. 

Pricing*:

• 5' labyrinth - $75
• 6' labyrinth - $100
• 7' labyrinth - $125

*Pricing includes professionally sewn canvas in ivory, paint color of your choice, choice of labyrinth design, and many stamping options, including Celtic knots, flowers and more. Shipping charges vary. Delivery within the greater Bellingham, WA area is free. Orders must be received by Dec. 20 to receive the discount. Click here to order yours today.

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I can also provide blank canvases and instructions so that participants can paint personal labyrinth themselves, for small groups and retreats. Consider calling or emailing me if you need a presenter, labyrinth walk or labyrinth-making activity for your holiday social or upcoming retreat!

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