Medicine Pouch Making

Jean Baptiste, Kihew Mahihkan Atayohkan Iskwew, is a trans, nonbinary Two-Spirit member of the Wet’suwet’en nation in the Laksilyu clan. Since they were a child, they have been on a journey of exploring their passion of storytelling through various mediums.

Jean Baptiste

A workshop to make a medicine bag as part of BC Culture Days 2021 with local artist Jean Baptiste.

Omineca Arts Centre

As part of BC Culture Days 2021, this workshop will introduce participants to creating a pouch made of leather or fabric with basic beadwork. The focus will be building practical skills of beading and sewing along with identifying medicines, sacred objects or other items participants would like to fill their pouch with. Supplies will be available such as leather, needles, thread, beads and other items but feel free to bring your own to add your own sense of flair to your project. Medicines such as tobacco or sage will not be provided as we will be encouraging participants to reflect on what medicines resonate strongly with them and what they would like to add to their pouch. While participants are encouraged to create a leather pouch for themself or a loved one, the group will be engaging in storytelling as a means to reflect on the meaning of medicine pouches and what are things they would like to carry with them in their day-to-day lives. The following COVID-19 safety considerations will be enforced: chairs and tables will be set up to meet social distancing guidelines, wearing masks while in the space are mandatory and hand sanitizer will be provided at every station. Rules will be posted throughout the venue.

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