“Your classes feel like sacred space to me.”

-a beautiful student’s words

In Person Opportunities to Learn and Create Together

  • Inner Child Joyful Art Class

    Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2025

    Time: 10am-2pm

    Location: Deep Rooted Healing, 106A North Main Street, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

    Join me for an opportunity to connect with that part of you that is full of pure joy, who is open to laughter, loves to play, be silly and imaginative. We will dive into playful art making activities together as we reunite with the child inside of us and learn what they want to express through us. There will be colorful paints, messy hands, face painting, fun music and a giant permission slip to discover what it feels like to be free to make whatever we want to in the moment without being judged or silenced.

    This will be a time to rewaken the power of our inner child’s spirit so that we may carry their light forward with us into all of our days.

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  • How to Talk to Angels: A Divine Communication Class

    Thursday, September 25th, 2025

    4pm-7pm

    Location: Deep Rooted Healing, 106A North Main Street, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

    During this class, we will work directly with the angelic energies to learn from their wisdom, love and healing possibilities. I'll walk you through practical ways to begin drawing their energy close to you, how to listen for their guidance and how to apply what you learn to your daily life to support you in living your most radiant, joyful and meaningful life. Working with the angels has been life changing for me. They have taught me that we are always being supported, guided and looked after and that divine help is always a thought away, literally! It has been my great honor and pleasure to connect with them and begin to discover all of the joy and goodness they wish to share with all of humanity at this time.

    Together we will find new ways to explore what it means to be humans here at this time on Earth and what our roles are to share light, love and joy with ourselves and all those around us. If you are looking for the next step in your spiritual journey or simply an opportunity to try something new and exciting, I welcome you to join me for this wonderful, playful and fun class experience!

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  • Art Meets Spirit: A Creative Day Retreat

    Date: Saturday, October 4th, 2025

    Time: 10am-4pm

    This will be a day filled with joyful art making and spiritual play. We’ll explore how the practice of making art can also be a practice of prayer, of connecting with deeper wisdom, truth, and authentic expression. We’ll use mixed media art and journaling to turn inward, explore ourselves and enjoy using materials like sparkly watercolor paints, collage and beautiful words. No art making experience is needed, just an open heart and willingness to dive in. I’ll guide you every step of the way!

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  • Chakra Blessings Flags Class at Sacred Makers Soul Retreat

    June 3-7th, 2026

    Where: At the magical Squam Lake in Holderness, New Hampshire

    I’m so happy to be going back to teach at this incredible retreat. I’ll be teaching a class on how to make chakra blessing flags. We’ll work with slow stitching, textiles, collage, intuitive writing and guided meditations to connect with, honor and bless our bodies, hearts and minds. I’ll weave Reiki into the entire experience as well so each person will get to experience gentle hands-on healing touch as they work on their flags.

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  • Reiki Level 2 Class

    Dates: October 18th-19th

    Times: 10am- 4pm both days

    Location: Deep Rooted Healing

    106A North Main Street

    Oconomowoc, WI 53066

    In this class, we will build on what was learned in Level 1 and learn how Reiki can support mental and emotional healing. We’ll also dive into how to do distance Reiki and you’ll learn sacred symbols, how to work with your intuition with Reiki and meditation practices to cultivate calm, peace and gratitude that are at the core of practicing Reiki.

    Prerequisite: You must take Level 1 with me or another teacher before signing up for this class. Please email me a copy of your certificate when you sign up.

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  • A lit white candle on a decorative gold holder with pink and purple flower petals, placed on a purple cloth, with a blurred elephant statue in the background.

    Reiki Level 3 Class

    Dates: December 13th-14th, 2025

    Times: 10am-4pm both days

    Location: Deep Rooted Healing

    106A North Main Street

    Oconomowoc, WI 53066

    In this class, we’ll continue building on previous levels of Reiki training and expand into how Reiki can support spiritual healing. You’ll learn additional sacred symbols and how to begin using them, information on starting a professional Reiki practice, how to hold sacred space for healing, plenty of hands-on time to work with the techniques, ways to deepen our work with intuition and Reiki and more.

    Prerequisites: You must complete Level 1 and 2 with me or another teacher before taking this class. Please send me copies of your certificates when you sign up.

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  • A room set up for a creative or healing session with a table covered in arts and craft supplies, including markers, pens, and paper. Behind the table, there is a massage table with a pink and orange patterned cover, and a yellow cloth draped over one side. The room has windows with lace and curtain coverings, and various decorations and small items are arranged around the space.

    Step into Your Light: Reiki Refresher Private Class

    For those who trained in Reiki in the past but are looking to have a refresher on techniques, practices and tools to begin expanding their Reiki practice personally or professionally. This will be a customized experience based on your needs and intentions and will include a Reiki blessing and clearing ceremony to honor your role as a healer as well as time to ask questions, receive feedback and get practical suggestions to help you on your Reiki journey.

    Please note that this is not a time to learn a new level of Reiki (please see my Reiki classes if you are interested in that), this is about honing in on what you already know and expanding on that so you can move forward with more confidence and tools to help yourself and others.

    Please contact me if you would like to schedule a private class.

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  • Textile art with blue tie-dye fabric, stitched white circles, stone, bead string, and hand-sewn text: 'FLOW LIKE A RIVER.'

    Wild and Sacred: A Creative Spirit Retreat

    *This retreat is full.*

    September 18-21, 2025

    Oregon City, Oregon

    A Journey of Creativity, Ritual, and Spiritual Connection

    Join me and Minette Riordan for an amazing experience creating art in community among the trees in Oregon!

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  • Monarch butterflies on colorful flowers in a field

    Private Reiki Classes

    I offer private Reiki classes if the dates of my current classes don’t work for you, if you have friends, family members or coworkers you’d like to do a special class with or if you’d like me to come and teach at another location other than my healing space. Please contact me about dates and pricing and we can talk about possibilities.

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On-Demand Creative Experiences

These are recorded, self-paced journeys. You receive unlimited, lifetime access instantly with support from me along the way if you’d like it.

  • Affirming Your Light

    Join me for a deep dive into the power of affirmations to shift our thoughts, awaken new ideas, create harmony in our minds and bodies and stir up creative inspiration and unlock inner wisdom to help us move forward in positive ways. Through mixed media meditative art play including painting, drawing, collage, writing and song, we'll journey together into lands of replenishing hope, wonder and joy.

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  • Fabric Meditation books by Emma Freeman

    Make Fabric Meditation Books Online Class (On-Demand)

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  • Spiritual altar with owl image, feathers, sage bundle, wooden logs, and candles.

    Create Sacred Altars and Amulets (On-Demand)

    Learn how to create special altars and amulets to support your creative dreams, spiritual practice, healing, grief work, and to honor ancestors and loved ones. I'll share my love for creating simple altars that incorporate textiles, nature, scent, words, oracle cards & more. I'll teach you how to make an altar cloth and we'll explore the power of intention and reverence while creating altars & amulets.

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  • Quote "Grief work is soul work" by Francis Weller from The Wild Edge of Sorrow on a textured blue background.

    Soul Writing Sanctuary: Feeling Our Way Through Grief and Loss (On-Demand)

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  • Close-up of tree roots with scattered green and yellow leaves.

    Fireflies, Roots and Waves: An Online Nature Writing Retreat (On-Demand)

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  • A vibrant landscape of rolling green hills and mountain ranges at sunset, with the sun near the horizon casting a warm orange glow across the sky.

    Free Guided Meditation to Meet Your Creative Spirit

    Embark on a peaceful journey within guided by my voice to meet your creative spirit. Receive insight, wisdom and guidance to support you on your creative path. I also offer simple prompts you can download and use after the meditation.

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  • Bright, colorful sign announcing the opening of an Inner Child Art Club for adults, encouraging creative expression, with playful circles, spirals, and confetti decorations.

    Inner Child Art Club

    Come and play like a child again with paint, markers, questions and possibilities. We’ll focus on creating mixed media art together inside art journals and sketchbooks to discover what our inner child wants to express with and through us.

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  • Open notebook with handwritten text and a pen on a desk, with a lit candle in the background.

    By the Light of a Poem: A 30 Day Writing Journey (On-Demand)

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  • Close-up of a blue textile with visible white stitching and a needle, showcasing traditional hand-embroidery work.

    Make a Slow Stitched Contemplation Cloth Online Class (On-Demand)

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  • Square piece of light blue fabric with black feather patterns, hand-stitched edges, and a small stitched circle.

    Make Wabi Sabi Mixed Media Books Online Class (On-Demand)

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  • Cut-out words and phrases scattered on a table for collage or crafting.

    Soul Messages: A Found Poetry Online Class (On-Demand)

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  • Honeycomb structure with a blue woven textile stripe on a white background

    Zen and the Art of Nature Weaving Online Class (On-Demand)

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  • Fabric meditation books by Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing

    Book Making Class Bundle (On-Demand)

    This bundle includes:

    -Make Fabric Meditation Books Online Class

    -Make Wabi Sabi Mixed Media Books Online Class

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  • Two pieces of paper on a white background. The top paper says "Listen" in black text, and the bottom paper says "Inside Out" in white text on an orange background.

    Poetry Class Bundle (On-Demand)

    This bundle includes:

    -By the Light of a Poem: A 30 Day Writing Journey

    -Soul Messages: A Found Poetry Online Class

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  • Pink fabric with yellow kogin embroidery and a needle, alongside a spool of Kogin thread.

    Slow Stitching Class Bundle (On-Demand)

    This bundle includes:

    -Make Fabric Meditation Books Online Class

    -Make a Slow Stitched Contemplation Cloth Online Class

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  • wabi sabi mixed media book by Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing online class

    Wabi Sabi & Contemplation Cloth Class Bundle (On-Demand)

    This bundle includes:

    -Make Wabi Sabi Mixed Media Books Online Class

    -Make a Slow Stitched Contemplation Cloth Online Class

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Photos from wonderful classes and retreats over the years:

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Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
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Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
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Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Creative sacred classes and retreats with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, online art classes, art as spiritual practice, mixed media art classes, expressive art classes online, Buddhist artist, art as meditation, mindfulness art classes, natur
Slow stitched fabric meditation books made with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing at Sacred Makers Retreat in Squam Lake, New Hampshire with found nature, gathered textiles and slow, mindful presence
Slow stitched fabric meditation books made with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing at Sacred Makers Retreat in Squam Lake, New Hampshire with found nature, gathered textiles and slow, mindful presence
Squam Lake, New Hampshire, Sacred Makers Retreat with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing
Slow stitched fabric meditation books made with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing at Sacred Makers Retreat in Squam Lake, New Hampshire with found nature, gathered textiles and slow, mindful presence
Slow stitched fabric meditation books made with Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing at Sacred Makers Retreat in Squam Lake, New Hampshire with found nature, gathered textiles and slow, mindful presence
Sacred makers retreat at Squam Lake, New Hampshire
Emma Freeman, artist at Sacred Makers retreat at Squam Lake in New Hampshire holding feathers she found in the woods
Artist at Sacred Makers Retreat at Squam Lake, New Hampshire with fabric meditation book made in Emma Freeman's workshop
Sacred Makers Retreat at Squam Lake, New Hampshire, Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, hearts of gratitude practice
Sacred Makers Retreat at Squam Lake, New Hampshire, Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing, hearts of gratitude practice
Artist at Sacred Makers Retreat at Squam Lake, New Hampshire with fabric meditation book made in Emma Freeman's workshop
Person holding a cloth with a fern print, sitting in a room with a welcome sign, wooden furniture, and a countertop in the background.
Books in the Woods retreat with Handmade Book Club with Ali Manning and Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing teaching a Buried Fabric Meditation Books workshop
Books in the Woods retreat with Handmade Book Club with Ali Manning and Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing teaching a Buried Fabric Meditation Books workshop students infusing books with sacred smoke
Emma Freeman from Deep Rooted Healing teaching a community cyanotype workshop to children in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A hand holding a piece of paper with three leaf prints in blue and reddish-brown ink, surrounded by people at a crafting table with art supplies and leaves.
Group of people engaged in an art activity at a table, using coloring books, pens, and pencils in a room decorated with clothes on racks and cards on a shelf.
Four people standing indoors holding small artwork pieces, smiling. Behind them are tables and art easels.
Group of five people in a classroom holding creative projects
Group of women holding cyanotype prints outdoors with trees in the background.
A woman and two children interacting at an outdoor event. The woman, wearing glasses and a denim jacket, is kneeling by a table with art supplies. She is holding a plastic tub filled with water. A young girl in a floral skirt and denim jacket stands
Two young girls engaging in a nature craft activity outdoors, arranging leaves and natural materials on paper. An adult supervises nearby.
Two young girls sitting on the ground, with the girl on the left holding a clipboard displaying a floral image, wearing colorful headbands with floral decorations.
Young girl holding a cyanotype print of a feather and leaves at Minneapolis Institute of Art's Family Day art activity led by Emma Freeman.
Young girl with face paint showing a craft with feathers and leaves next to a bowl of greenery on a yellow table.
Group of children and an adult engaging in a water activity with containers, observing floating blue and white objects.
Two women sitting at a table, each sketching in notebooks. One woman is drawing a botanical illustration, and there are papers, a water bottle, and pens on the table.
Person holding colorful tie-dyed fabric in a room with tiled floor and table.
Person holding a purple and pink tie-dye cloth in a room with checkered flooring.
Person in a beanie using a hairdryer on a colorful project in art class with trays and art supplies on table
Art supplies on a table including craft books, paint tubes, carving tools, and a linocut block.
Two prints of a stylized rabbit design on white paper next to the original carved block on a gray surface.
Person carving rubber stamp for printmaking with tools, ink, and paper.
Person carving a linoleum block at a table with carving tools and red ink.
Person holding a cloth with circular red designs
Craft table with stencil and printmaking materials, including ink rollers, stamped patterns, paper, cups, and a partially completed textile project.
Person sketching a leaf and rabbit on paper, using a pen, with real leaf and pens on wooden table.
Sketch of lilacs in a notebook on a table with a lilac branch beside it and drawing tools.
Woman sketching botanical illustrations at a table with flowers and leaves.
Person sketching botanical illustrations at a table with leaves and feathers.
Woman drawing a leaf illustration in a sketchbook on a wooden table with pens nearby.
Person drawing a botanical sketch at a wooden table with art supplies and natural elements like flowers and feathers.

I have taught art, creative and healing classes, workshops, retreats and facilitated support circles for 20 years. Want to learn more about my teaching and speaking experience including past classes, workshops and support circles I have facilitated?

Beautiful Work Made by Students

Irene Florence

Irene Florence

Irene Florence

Irene Florence

Irene Florence

Irene Florence

Piece of wood with a woven white and black band placed on smooth stones

Piece of wood with a woven white and black band placed on smooth stones

Lynn Salmon-Easter

Lynn Salmon-Easter

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Textile art with abstract embroidery design on burlap and plain fabric, featuring stitches in brown, blue, and white creating circular and geometric patterns.

Textile art with abstract embroidery design on burlap and plain fabric, featuring stitches in brown, blue, and white creating circular and geometric patterns.

Close-up of a textured fabric with intricate embroidery. The fabric features a woven pattern with brown and beige threads, adorned with blue stitched accents and a section of netted overlay.

Close-up of a textured fabric with intricate embroidery. The fabric features a woven pattern with brown and beige threads, adorned with blue stitched accents and a section of netted overlay.

Textile artwork on fabric with weaving and stitched patterns, using threads of brown, white, and blue on a textured beige surface.

Textile artwork on fabric with weaving and stitched patterns, using threads of brown, white, and blue on a textured beige surface.

Handmade fabric journal with embroidered cover design.

Handmade fabric journal with embroidered cover design.

Mixed media textile art piece with layered fabric, stitching, and paper elements. Features a variety of textures, patterns, and colors, including gray, black, white, yellow, and accents of red.

Mixed media textile art piece with layered fabric, stitching, and paper elements. Features a variety of textures, patterns, and colors, including gray, black, white, yellow, and accents of red.

Open textile art book with abstract embroidery designs on fabric pages, featuring stitches and mixed textures in red, black, and neutral tones.

Open textile art book with abstract embroidery designs on fabric pages, featuring stitches and mixed textures in red, black, and neutral tones.

Two pieces of white fabric with black and red stitching patterns, including lines, dots, and a square patch.

Two pieces of white fabric with black and red stitching patterns, including lines, dots, and a square patch.

Two pieces of fabric with abstract embroidery designs; left piece has circular pattern with orange and white stitches, right piece has red and black stitches with gray dots.

Two pieces of fabric with abstract embroidery designs; left piece has circular pattern with orange and white stitches, right piece has red and black stitches with gray dots.

Hand-stitched fabric pieces with various embroidery styles

Hand-stitched fabric pieces with various embroidery styles

Decorative denim strip with various stitches, patches, and embellishments.

Decorative denim strip with various stitches, patches, and embellishments.

Blue fabric with embroidered symbols

Blue fabric with embroidered symbols

Oliver Spence

Oliver Spence

Oli Spence

Oli Spence

Oli Spence

Oli Spence

Bark pieces with woven yarn designs on wooden surface

Bark pieces with woven yarn designs on wooden surface

Cindy Reed

Cindy Reed

Cindy Reed

Cindy Reed

A nest made of twigs with an object resembling a heart secured by yarn and wire on a green surface.

A nest made of twigs with an object resembling a heart secured by yarn and wire on a green surface.

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Shay Stone

Krystyna Moore

Krystyna Moore

Krystyna Moore

Krystyna Moore

Hand holding a piece of fabric with embroidery and patches, outdoors on a rock.

Hand holding a piece of fabric with embroidery and patches, outdoors on a rock.

A long, narrow strip of dark denim fabric with white stitching, taped to a white wall.

A long, narrow strip of dark denim fabric with white stitching, taped to a white wall.

Rolled denim scroll with green embroidered thread created in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi scrolls class.

Rolled denim scroll with green embroidered thread created in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi scrolls class.

Handmade fabric scroll with blue and white stitching and a braided tie created in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi scrolls class.

Handmade fabric scroll with blue and white stitching and a braided tie created in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi scrolls class.

Textile art scroll with space and mountain design made in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi meditation scrolls class.

Textile art scroll with space and mountain design made in Emma Freeman's online wabi sabi meditation scrolls class.

Hand stitched fabric scroll with stitched hearts and organic patterns made in Emma Freeman's online class, Make Wabi sabi scrolls.

Hand stitched fabric scroll with stitched hearts and organic patterns made in Emma Freeman's online class, Make Wabi sabi scrolls.

A mustard yellow textured contemplation cloth with a twig on top and a small pinkish crystal in the center, placed on a white surface made by a student in Emma Freeman's contemplation cloth class.

A mustard yellow textured contemplation cloth with a twig on top and a small pinkish crystal in the center, placed on a white surface made by a student in Emma Freeman's contemplation cloth class.

Hand stitched contemplation cloth created with abstract textile art with pastel colors and hand stitching by a student in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Hand stitched contemplation cloth created with abstract textile art with pastel colors and hand stitching by a student in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Close-up of a brown woven fabric with fringe edges, a contemplation cloth made by Oli Spence in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Close-up of a brown woven fabric with fringe edges, a contemplation cloth made by Oli Spence in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Brown woven fabric with fringe edges, a contemplation cloth made by Oli Spence in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Brown woven fabric with fringe edges, a contemplation cloth made by Oli Spence in Emma Freeman's online class on making contemplation cloths.

Square piece of fabric with visible stitching and patches fabric meditation book made by a student in Emma Freeman's online class on making fabric meditation books.

Square piece of fabric with visible stitching and patches fabric meditation book made by a student in Emma Freeman's online class on making fabric meditation books.

Close-up of black fabric with white embroidered stitches in a geometric pattern.

Close-up of black fabric with white embroidered stitches in a geometric pattern.

Japanese Sashiko embroidery with white stitches on black fabric forming a circular pattern.

Japanese Sashiko embroidery with white stitches on black fabric forming a circular pattern.

Handcrafted rock and wood art with rustic, woven rope patterns on wooden background.

Handcrafted rock and wood art with rustic, woven rope patterns on wooden background.

A textured piece of woven fabric attached to a wooden surface surrounded by green leaves.

A textured piece of woven fabric attached to a wooden surface surrounded by green leaves.

Embroidered patch with white stars on black fabric, bordered with red stitching, attached to beige material.

Embroidered patch with white stars on black fabric, bordered with red stitching, attached to beige material.

Textile art featuring a spiral design with red and brown yarn on textured beige fabric. A needle is embedded in the fabric.

Textile art featuring a spiral design with red and brown yarn on textured beige fabric. A needle is embedded in the fabric.

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Rhonda Robinson

Handmade fabric art with natural materials on red and beige cloth

Handmade fabric art with natural materials on red and beige cloth

Handmade fabric art pieces displayed on a wooden table

Handmade fabric art pieces displayed on a wooden table

Handmade fabric collage with textured patches, sticks, and stitching on a wooden table.

Handmade fabric collage with textured patches, sticks, and stitching on a wooden table.

A flat lay of textile art samples with various natural materials on a green surface. The samples include small pieces of fabric with stitching, knots, and embellishments. Natural elements such as pine needles, acorn, a small autumn leaf, sticks, and

A flat lay of textile art samples with various natural materials on a green surface. The samples include small pieces of fabric with stitching, knots, and embellishments. Natural elements such as pine needles, acorn, a small autumn leaf, sticks, and lichen are also present, arranged among the textiles.

Colorful fabric patches with stitching, embroidery, and natural elements like bark and lichen on a green background.

Colorful fabric patches with stitching, embroidery, and natural elements like bark and lichen on a green background.

Textile art with blue fabric, stitched patterns, and dried plant elements on a green surface.

Textile art with blue fabric, stitched patterns, and dried plant elements on a green surface.

Assorted fabric swatches with various textures and colors, including a frayed piece with a black circular pattern, colorful patches, and blue fabric on a dark green background.

Assorted fabric swatches with various textures and colors, including a frayed piece with a black circular pattern, colorful patches, and blue fabric on a dark green background.

Vintage textile art pieces with stitched designs, including a heart and text reading 'You Are Loved,' and a leaf print with beads on fabric. Mounted on a dark green background.

Vintage textile art pieces with stitched designs, including a heart and text reading 'You Are Loved,' and a leaf print with beads on fabric. Mounted on a dark green background.

A collection of small, square textile swatches arranged on a dark green surface. Each swatch features different textures, colors, and embellishments such as string, threads, and natural elements like leaves and twigs. The swatches vary in fabric, inc

A collection of small, square textile swatches arranged on a dark green surface. Each swatch features different textures, colors, and embellishments such as string, threads, and natural elements like leaves and twigs. The swatches vary in fabric, including burlap, denim, and other materials, and some incorporate coiled cords and stitched designs.

Embroidered fabric with a rock surrounded by cotton balls, next to an acorn and its cap on a green surface.

Embroidered fabric with a rock surrounded by cotton balls, next to an acorn and its cap on a green surface.

Textile collage with various fabric pieces on a green background.

Textile collage with various fabric pieces on a green background.

Handcrafted textile art featuring teal and brown fabric with stitched designs, an attached feather, textured threads, a small stone, and a paper strip with the quote "autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go." The background includes a le

Handcrafted textile art featuring teal and brown fabric with stitched designs, an attached feather, textured threads, a small stone, and a paper strip with the quote "autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go." The background includes a leaf-patterned surface.

A colorful collage featuring a red embroidered fabric, a card with the text 'You Are A Rare Find' surrounded by gemstone illustrations, a whimsical illustration of a winged zebra next to mushrooms, and various textured textiles and threads.

A colorful collage featuring a red embroidered fabric, a card with the text 'You Are A Rare Find' surrounded by gemstone illustrations, a whimsical illustration of a winged zebra next to mushrooms, and various textured textiles and threads.

Testimonials from Students

Testimonial with a floral background featuring stars and positive feedback about a healing course.
Testimonial card with text about a deep rooted healing class, featuring a 5-star rating and a quote from a student in a slow stitched contemplation cloth class set against a floral background.
Testimonial with text overlay on blurred floral background, praising Emma as a talented, thoughtful, and supportive instructor, with a 5-star rating.
Testimonial from a Deep Rooted Healing class about creating a "contemplation cloth" using materials like sea weathered cotton, Kogin thread, and collected shells. The student praises the process and simplicity, appreciating learning from Emma. Backgr
Testimonial with ocean backdrop. Text: Deep Rooted Healing Student Testimonial. Five stars. "Thank you for your generosity in every way. I am most grateful, Emma. I will always have you 'tucked in my heart' as the one who helped me to find my creativ
Testimonial image with text about a positive experience in a meditation class, mentioning unearthed books and roots.
Testimonial for "Deep Rooted Healing" class with a five-star rating. Quote expresses satisfaction with a nourishing, organic process involving stitching, colors, and texture. From a student in "Make a Slow Stitched Contemplation Cloth" class.
Testimonial for "Deep Rooted Healing" class. Features five-star rating and positive feedback about hand stitching and teaching style, mentioning creativity, encouragement, and enthusiasm. Background is a nature scene with trees.
Testimonial for teacher Emma highlighting her gentle, encouraging style and love for creativity, color, and design. Praised for practical techniques and bringing peace and balance through art, by student Sarah.
Student testimonial from Deep Rooted Healing, praising teacher Emma for her balance of techniques and creativity in a fabric meditation class, rated with five stars.
A testimonial for Emma's Fabric Meditation Book workshop with a 5-star rating. The text praises Emma's soothing and gracious teaching style and describes the workshop as a journey through fabrics, textures, and stitches. - Chantal
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with five stars and a river background.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing fabric meditation workshop, praising Emma for making sewing easy and enjoyable. Includes a five-star rating and endorsement from a participant named Tera. Background features a serene natural setting with trees and
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with a 5-star rating, praising a gentle, caring teaching style focused on creative possibilities. Signed by Kathleen.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing featuring praise for an Emma's meditation fabric book workshop, highlighting her knowledge, workshop balance, and supportive approach. The testimonial is from "Deborah" and includes a five-star rating.
Student testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing, praising Emma's workshop for being inspiring, soothing, and creative, with specific mention of creating a fabric book.
Testimonial from a past student about Deep Rooted Healing with a background of trees and sunlight.
Testimonial with five-star rating for Deep Rooted Healing, praising Emma's art classes for enhancing creativity, with a background of clear water and rocks.
Student testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with a five-star rating. The testimonial praises Emma's class for being inspiring and relaxing, leading to personal growth and meeting like-minded people. Signed by a student named Yarrow, mentioning 'Make
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing, five-star rating, praising Emma as an enthusiastic and passionate teacher, by a past student. Background features a gradient of pink and purple with silhouettes of birds flying.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with Emma Freeman with five stars. The text expresses gratitude for learning about fabric meditation book structures and sewing, signed by a past student.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with Emma Freeman's creative online classes.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing class with a 5-star rating, praising Emma's patient and inspirational teaching style.
Student testimonial praising a Deep Rooted Healing instructor, calling them a wonderful instructor and artist. The testimonial mentions the instructor's podcasts, applauding their openness about mental growth and their positive impact on listeners, l
Student testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing class with a positive review and a five-star rating, expressing appreciation for the teaching style and a personal story involving a sentimental fabric project.
Testimonial card for Deep Rooted Healing, featuring five stars. The card includes a student's praise for a class that inspired them to start a cloth book with stitching using thrift sale fabrics. Background is a close-up of a textured, leaf-like surf
Deep Rooted Healing student testimonial with a five-star rating. The testimonial praises the class for teaching composition and design, encouraging patience, and allowing pieces to speak to each other, signed by a past student.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with a five-star rating, thanking Emma for a helpful online class and mentioning a personal story about a family linen. Signed by Todd.
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing with a five-star rating, praising Emma's teaching as knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. Background features yellow-green leaves and a blurred serene setting."
Testimonial for Deep Rooted Healing, praising the instructor's respectfulness and calming presence. Includes five-star rating and positive feedback from a past improv quilting student. Background features a field of colorful wildflowers.
Testimonial graphic with text overlay on a flower background, reading: 'Deep Rooted Healing Student Testimonial' followed by five stars and a quote praising Emma as organized, inspirational, and encouraging. The quote is attributed to Rosalyn."
Testimonial for a Fabric Meditation Book workshop by Emma, praising her teaching and describing the experience as meditative and soothing. Includes a five-star rating and is signed by Heather, set against a floral background.
Testimonial image with marigold flowers background. Text reads: 'Deep Rooted Healing Student Testimonial. 5-star rating. "I really am just blown away by the concepts and energy you brought to the space. Thank you so much!" -past student.'

“I learn over and over again that the creative process is an intelligence that knows where it has to go. Somehow it always finds the way to the place where I need to be, and it is always a destination that never could have been known by me in advance.”

-Shaun McNiff, art therapist