ANCIENT FORGOTTEN CRAFT - Woman Discovers The Ancient Craft Of Basketry Weaving
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- At the age of 39, Catherine’s world changed. She discovered the world of ancient craft of basketry weaving. She chose to listen to the voice inside. She chose to follow her passion.
"Don't be afraid. The only thing you need to be afraid of is not listening to yourself, not doing what you feel is right." - Catherine Davies
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Filmed on the Isle of Eigg, Scotland.
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Equipment used - Sony A7 MKIII
Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
Creise - by Gael
Dancing On Fire - by Michael Vignola
Mache - by Kyle Preston
Gleouraich - by Gael
Monadh Mor - by Gael
Sound mix by Tamryn Breakey and Stef Albertyn
Thanks to Judit Csirke for providing the Hungarian translations
Sound effects sourced from Freesound.org (in particular, Rain on Windows, Interior, A - by InspectorJ) - Krátké a kreslené filmy
I also wanted to be a nun, back when I was in my early teens. I grew out of it, completed college, joined the corporate world and got busy making money. I now know why I wanted to be a nun - even as a child my soul craved a quiet life. In my 40s now I find myself ‘wanting to be a nun’ again
I wanted to be a nun too. These days , I dont want to be part of a religious rule , but would happily take on some of the ways of nuns.
I'm now 71 and I still don't know what I'm going to do when I grow up, but making music is my healing place.
I'm 68. I'm waiting for the next big adventure. I'm still dreaming like you John. I asked my grandmother, when she was 74, how old she felt inside. She said 16, and that is the greatest gift she gave me.
sounds like making music is what you do.
I am 60 and I am taking up the guitar. Man I really suck but do I ever love the time I spend trying to learn it.
Kim Nenninger
Kim that's great.
How often do you play ?
May you never grow up. It sounds like you found your purpose. The whole point in life is to find healing and happiness. In doing this we experience and evolve.
At 60, I took up Silversmithing and Lapidary. I design every piece and am calm and at peace when making. Never sold but gifted from my heart.
How beautiful. I am 57, started playing an instrument 2 years ago and am beginning to "dabble" in painting. So exciting to learn new skills, especially creative ones.
@Deborah Duthie - Beautiful Deborah. I'm sure that each lucky recipient of one of your creations, treasures it with their heart. xxx Hugs to you. Justine.
The lady creating these baskets made me cry this morning.....her advice is so true.....thank you for your inspiration and wonderful words 🌹
Oh not a truer word has been said, “Don’t waste your time worrying about things you have absolutely no control over” Blessed be 🙏🏻
This is what happens when you use your hands and God-given gifts...mine is sewing. I took it for granted until the pandemic hit, and now it's getting me through one of the worst seasons, so I thought. God uses this time for reflection on my gifts.
"Spread love, Be kind", she said at the end. I see so many people nowadays not being kind. They easily forget that being kind makes this world better. So yes, be kind, always!
Well, kindness costs nothing and gives so much to both the receiver and the giver.
@@cathyfield4765 it DOES cost, and that's why many aren't willing to do it. One has to give up being selfish, and feeling entitled, and often it costs people their time and strength, too.
“The only thing you need to be afraid of is not listening to yourself, not doing what you know is right.” 💎
The most important thing is not what you want to be, but rather how to do things right! That’s the way we are created; to be aware of the environment we live in. To be thankfull to our Heavenly Father for the gift of His wonderful creation and praise Him for that. Moreover, share time with our dear ones and show them how much we love and cherish them (PET’s and outdoor creatures included). Also, be kind with every one. Last but not least, enjoying the craft of our hands, adopting the pace if nature.
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I am 78 years old with a chronic heart condition and all I can contribute is follow your own path!
@Ralph Gilmore - And this is a beautiful and very true contribution. Thank you Ralph x
All I have to do is bend down to deadhead one flower and I'm away..."
Isn't it the truth! My garden is my healing place too. It's like hanging out with God all day long.
Your garden and baskets are beautiful and so are you xx
Kirsten - thanks for appreciating the beauty of Catherine's work, her garden, and most importantly her message :) Justine xx
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This is stunning and so is she. Her message is uplifting and truthful. And she lives in beauty. I want that too.
Peggy Gilbertsen I hope you get your wish ❤️
The world is full of such beautiful people...if we can just slow down and notice them...
Thank you for sharing their life stories...
I'm 39 now, and feel like I'm at the crossroads of life yet again...coming across this video now seems so apt.
There are still a few left.....don't watch Americans.....that place is insane.....so are half of the people.
You're right. They are lost.
39 Is a power place for a woman… Your deeper self is waiting to meet you now.
@@karlataylor1172 I am an American, who did not understand my country until I heard it spoken of as an adolescent country, compared with the very ancient and wise lands Like Japan and Africa. We are young and still enthralled with bright, shiny objects… With materialism. I am blessed with a circle of wise women and we celebrate The disruption of the comfort zone of materialism which this pandemic has brought. It has turned people inward to begin to listen to their hearts rather than their minds, and has helped them seek the beauty and richness of life in the simple things and in nature.
I also see my country as a symbolic melting pot, where we can be an example of all different kinds of people living in harmony and freedom. We have a long way to go! It is a messy process, learning to love those who are different than yourself… We will make it. Most of us here have good and kind hearts and yearn for us to be a peaceful country.
Another item on my bucket list; I feel compelled to learn old crafts. I knit, crochet, embroider, and do needle tatting, among other things. Lately I am into slow stitching. Now I have the urge to weave my own baskets for my various projects. I savor your videos with my morning coffee- what a way to start my day on a positive note. Thank you once again.
@Santie van der Merwe - I know what you mean! When watching Catherine weave her baskets, I too was very drawn to this ancient craft of creation. There is something very meditative about it. Maybe you need to give it a go :). Keep us posted. Justine x
wow what can you not do with your magic fingers.
I agree. About 20 years ago I began adding beading to my embroidery work. Today, it may take me a year to complete a project. I’ve chosen to focus on learning as much as I can about Native American beading techniques so the designs, etc don’t die out. I also use authentic antique/vintage beads. My project may not be perfect but I can say I gave 100% effort. Spread love and joy!❤️🙌🏻🙏🏻🥰🤗
@Santie van der Merwe - I started slow stitching and I am making improvised and boro quilts. I make wreaths from Wisteria but after watching this wonderful story, I want to weave baskets too. I also watch a @Green Renaissance video every morning. I have just discovered this channel and have started sharing it with friends all over the world. And everyone has confirmed that it is life changing!
I’m her _before_ she found basketry and the magic of a garden.
I hope to find my place and joy some day🌾
I believe Catherine is right. Listen to the voice inside, and follow your strengths. I've been making dolls and miniatures since I was a wee girl of eleven years old. I still make dolls and miniatures, and have been able to sell them. Making things that other people will (hopefully) enjoy, is what keeps me going some days. I haven't sold any of my crafts this year because of COVID-19, but I still make my crafts to help me stay calm and sane. God bless Catherine, and all the others who are like her! ~Janet in Canada
@mastersadvocate - Great to hear Janet - that you have found what you love to do, and are able to turn that into an income stream to sustain yourself. I hope that things quickly return to normal post Covid x
She speaks from the soul...how uplifting especially for these days❤️❤️
This happened for me, when I painted my first mural. I love the way you told this truth together, in video. Thank you for following your dreams.
I hope my new garden will be a healing garden, what a lovely thought.
Universe; let me know my gift, my craft, my purpose with such certainty as this beautiful woman felt and knew. Let me know soon, ok? Thank you❤🙏
I relate so much with Catherine. Nature is my healing place. ❤
Mesmerizing. Your films so immediately draw me in. I find myself slowing way down, captivated, focused and able to listen closely to the wise words of these Sages you film. Catherine is such a vibrant, beautiful woman. I needed to hear everything she said. What a gift that you are bringing this wisdom from across the world right to my feet! Thank you!!! I may need to tell you a gazillion more times how much joy it gives me that you are finding people in seasons of their lives when they are so ripe with inner riches from years of hard-won learning. And that you have become the kind of people with eyes to "see" their beauty and value. What you are doing is truly unique and a significant contribution to our world. I relish the opportunity each week to "sit at the feet" of the people you are finding and filming. The skills to pull this off don't go unnoticed. People may be "ripe" with wisdom but you have to be pretty special yourselves to enable them to trust you and open up. Bravo, bravo, bravo!!!
Loved what you wrote . Exactly what I felt and wished to say. RADHA NAIR / INDIA
@@lakshminair5114 thank you fellow fan!
Thank you for this gift basket🍃
Linda Parisi well said!
Beautiful Linda
Thanks to the team
Words from experience and of wisdom
I know what that’s like to finding what one loves to do and be. I’m 63 years old and have discovered that I love to write poetry with pen and paper, similar to the person weaving baskets that I see in this video. Like all of these videos that has been presented, there’s a meditative quality to them.
I was 38 when I became a teacher. Maybe you don't really know until older what you need to be doing. Your passion is calming and vibrant at the same time. Nga mihi (care) from New Zealand.
These films are like little pops of sunshine. It's where I come to get warmed up and energized and ready to carry on again. 🥰 Many thanks!
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You may not have become a nun, but you certainly remind me of St. Therese, “The Little Flower.”
You are a beautiful soul!
.... That is right... Lady. Only live the moment. everyone has a place of healing . You just have to find it . But nature is the best place for everyone I think...
started a flower farm at age 60, best decision of my life. yes, scary at times, but being in my garden is my healing place. this video touched my heart, what a beautiful lady!
So beautiful to hear this. Sending you love. Justine and Michael 💚
Oh how I envy you. To find something as beautiful as this and feel the passion and joy it brings. You exude peace and serenity.
I really thought i was coming to watch some info about baskets and instead I'm out here rethinking my entire life.
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This is such an amazing example of someone acknowledging their life and their situation as we all should.
Catherine is much a lovely gentle woman.... with a beautiful skill
Oh my gosh. Catherine is me.
Maybe there is hope for me yet.
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In reality she is all of us.
Beautiful, soulful advice. Thank you for your inspiration!
So, this lady is so sweet!! I mean the way she speaks, she has a very kind and beautiful heart!
Seriously inspiring and beautiful!!!
I carve mythological stories in cypress knees. It brings me great joy to see the stories that live inside me appear in the wood. They surround me like old friends.
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Baskets, weaving- the physical action, willow, wood., the natural, beauty..... 66 years old... I'm always gathering knowledge, information, the basics of lots of different things but never really really doing. But back to basketry...... I think I may have found my heart. Thank you so very,very much for sharing! MANDY
I am happy that Catherine found her passion in craft of basketry weaving. When she said she decided not to be a nun I thought all the Catholic nuns I admire. Sr. Deirdre Byrne is a surgeon that performs surgery on the uninsured poor at our southern border. Another is a teacher working in poverty areas. Another is a nurse. Nuns are very hard working, dedicated humanitarians that give very much to people that have nothing and the nuns ask for nothing in return. What they do receive in return is true joy.
All of that is true, but what she saying is that that was not the place she was called. It was not the place for her to be her best self. It seems that there is where God willed her.
Both my parents died last year, my mother died in May 2019 and my father died in December 2019. Now I paint a lot of rainbows, it's easy, I love colour and it's fun-filled. It's simplicity in all the grief. I love rainbows.🌈
@Kerry-Anne - We're sending you bright, bold, happy love in these times xxxx
@@ReflectionsofLife sending back much love and gratitude, thanks Green Renaissance 💚
Ever seen a white rainbow ?
@@ritaseymour8116 im not sure if I've seen a white rainbow?
I loved this lady as soon as I saw her mug. I have the same one from my brother in Boscastle, Cornwall. What a lovely lady with a beautiful message.
@Kajai Lang - Thanks for taking the time out to enjoy her story. And I hope you continue to enjoy endless cups of tea/coffee in your mug, for many years to come :)
I love these videos......people there are so connected to themselves and the natural world around them...... so unbelievably beautiful. In the way they live.....in the way they speak and think......make me feel warm and fuzzy inside.
@Karla Taylor - Thanks for allowing these stories to resonate so deeply with your heart x
I am so happy I have found this beautiful place to which I can go whenever I wish. I love your short videos. I love this web site . I feel it is a special treasure which I am not sure I want to share with just anybody. Only those I love and know will appreciate the value of your films. It is a special gift. Please do not stop. I would support you if I knew how, though I am not a rich person. Perhaps I shall find a way to contribute to you and your beautiful message.
@Kathryn McAllister - Dear Kathryn. Your sharing of messages like this with us, and also passing the film along to those who you feel would value the messages shared - that means more to us than anything. We so glad to have you on this journey with us 💚
My grandfather made this basket as a professional. I love watching him being creative. It was his healing place to
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Beautiful vid. I must say, cause of some kind people like her, nature lover, this mother earth is still breathing 🌎🌴🌳🌿🌲🙏
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I found you today. My granddaughter died a month ago in an accident and I just needed this! Thank you!❤️
@Joluvslilhorses - We are so terribly saddened to hear of your loss. We hope that you found a small sense of comfort in the words shared through this film. And we send you much love and gentle kindness. 💚
I first did basket weaving about 35 years ago, when I was suffering from my first bout of depreßsion. There is nothing like it to chase the blues away as you concentrate on your project on hand. I have tried different crafts too chase my word away, but nothing does it like basket weaves does. Thank you to remind me at ,72 just how happy I was then.
Maybe it was Catherine who found you! So sorry to read of the loss of your granddaughter. There aren't the words that can take away the sorrow the pain. But videos like this can be such a soothing balm, they communicate a gentle rhythm, a respect and love that we also need to give ourselves on the journey of grieving. It's one I'm on too. Take care, stay safe. Sending a hug from Italy. 🙏🤗
Willow specifically helps us with deep emotional healing... what a beautiful healing journey you have been on. Thank you for sharing your story made my day.
Thanks Danielle, for allowing this story to touch your heart.
We send love. Justine and Michael 💚
I love the reminder to listen to what is inside💕. Thank you.
Wow, this woman is such a treasure! What a beautiful soul, thank you for sharing her with us! ✨
It's an absolute pleasure. It makes our heart happy that you liked the video so much. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Creating art and working in a garden being surrounded by family and my pets is my healing place.
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Wow ! Amazing woman ! Brave , lovely !
Thank you for the video ...💝
So precious to keep the old traditional skills alive, what an artist this lady is!
Thank you 😊 that was just what I needed.
Like that cold water drink when your thirsty, and time stops for a moment as you realise how simple and beautiful the water tastes...
Beautiful 😊
@Bob Garner - Great comment - thanks Bob!
These are beautiful films...this one certainly spoke to me... Amazing!
@Linda Ellis - Thanks Linda, and we're glad that you found resonance with this story. 💚
Catherine Davies, I Love your inner wisdom, I love your courage, I understand your vision and relationship with nature, willows in particular, I have that same knowing with trees, and wood, woodworking being able to envision shape and form from raw material, I can do that with clay too, for sculpture also
@Lori Mangold - Thanks for taking the time to appreciate Catherine's sharing. x
Beautifully done. Thank you for sharing.
Wooow this lady! What wonderful and wise words she was able to say! Loved this video and very educational.
You have said so beautifully what I’ve been trying to communicate to my own daughters , I hope they will watch this and understand , thank you from my heart
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I agree with everything you said. I am still trying to cope from the loss of my husband and the letting go of 3 sons to seek their own lives. I find knitting, processing and spinning fiber, and gardening is my healing place. It allows for those quiet moments to listen to myself and God's guidance for my life. Yes, it is an ongoing journey that moves me each step of the way. Thank you for your video.
@Diana Hilton - We are glad that this story could find such deep resonance with you. And that you too have found those spaces and places which allow your mind to calm, and your heart to heal. Warm hugs to you. Justine x
I'M glad you see life and nature for what it is, one and the same.
A magical, beautiful lady in a magical, beautiful place ... and true words of wisdom.
Beautiful words and beautiful baskets. Lots of truth spoken here 😘
Thank you for your inspiring, kind, and loving words of wisdom. So glad you found your happy place in life. Thank you for sharing your story. 🌈
Love this woman and her lovely life....she’s inspirational and makes me want to weave!!❤️
Today I know that I lost in the world but no more. Thanks lot for this video film, I watch it with my family and my parents start crying because they also feel lost. It's touch many hearts.
Thanks for allowing this story to touch your heart so deeply.
We send you love. Justine and Michael 💚
I adore this woman! I could listen to that lovely voice and watch her make baskets for hours. It's hypnotic.
Thank you, we are happy that you enjoyed the video. Justine and Michael. 💚
I always feel my best when my hands and heart are in a project. Thank you for your channel!
@Craig Keller - We know that feeling well - the sense of progress and achievement as you watch the project unfold. Great to have you on this journey with us. Justine x
Inspiring....🦋 Thankyou I was supposed Listen to and See this today. ✨
🌻🌾💚 needed to hear this 🙏
Deanne - thanks for always tuning in to watch our new weekly releases. We're in the final stages of editing next weeks story, which is also based on the beautiful Isle of Eigg in Scotland. So keep tuned in xx
@@ReflectionsofLife 💚 thx for your msg 🥰
Some of the wisest counsel is right here. Wonderful story and insight!
I completely understand and appreciate what you said in this video! I am also able to immerse myself in the wonderful spirit of nature! Thank you for sharing!
What a Beautiful message for all the world to hear!!! Thank you so much
Beautiful, passionate woman👌 As is the way this documentary is shot - great work! 🙃
It brought me to tears when I saw Catherine's story. Thanks Michael & Justine for making such inspirational film!!!!!!
So glad you enjoyed her story, letting yourself be moved Han. It's such a pleasure to share this video (and all the others). Kind wishes, Justine and Michael.💚
A tender and wonderful way to live...your baskets just sing!
Smart lady! Thanks for sharing your life.
So very beautiful, amazing art, so natural...
One of the most beautiful and inspiring testimonies.
Glad you think so! Thank you Jackie.
Thanks for watching these little films.
Thank You for sharing! Take only memories and leave only footprints!
I would have liked to see more about making baskets than hear about her thoughts on life!
Oh those beautiful baskets made with her hands. Thank you.
A wonderful philosophy and beautiful place.
She is a sister.. sister of love.. look at here hands when she say’s that..🍀 Thank you!!
Only Thing u have to be afraid of is not listening to yourself and doing what is right. Finding ones 'healing place'. Listen to yourself. Know purpose. Be beat person u can be. Spread Love. All about Love.
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THANK YOU FOR THIS PROFOUND STORY
You are welcome. We are glad her words were so meaningful. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Everyone has a gift...I love baskets too...when I purchase one, especially the old ones, I think of who has made these...gardening has made me happy too..each spring I feel renewed...I hope that we all can enjoy the little things..stop and smell the roses, listen to the birds singing, and look for the rainbow after the storm...x ⛈🌈
@Della Hayden - You paint such a beautiful picture in my mind with your words. Hugs to you. Justine x
Hi, renaissance team, thank you for sharing this inspiring story. How wonderful to suddenly find out what your real passion and talent is. I remember finding out, that I can knit and crochet in a special way, making my own style for me or others. It seems so little, but the relief to find out that you’ve something you really love to do is so wonderful. I checked their homepage and saw how many astonishing pieces of craft you can do from willow. Very aesthetic! To find a personal healing place sounds great. I’ll try that. Stay happy, healthy and curious, Monika❣️
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Do you come up with your own crochet patterns?
This made me cry, what a Lovely woman,
Beautiful person, beautiful baskets, beautiful garden, beautiful message. Thank you.
You are so welcome. Thank you.
What a beautiful human being.
What an inspiring well put together true story. She’s a gift to the world ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️
@Ziggy3339 - Thank you for taking the time to appreciate her story x
Omg, what a great, beautiful video. Her words were so moving. The way you filmed it, her, the music, the sweeping cinematography and beauty of the surrounding gardens, hills and mountains. It was glorious to watch. And what a magnificent inspiration Catherine is. 💜 I just subscribed to your channel and will now head to her link and find out more about her. She is living the life I've always wanted, in a place I've dreamed of all my life. She is an inspiration. 💜
@Shari G - So glad that this story resonated so deeply with you, and that you've found your way to our channel. We hope that you enjoy all our other films too - with over 170 films in this series so far, there is a lot for you to catch up on :) Hugs to you. Justine xx
These films are wonderful, they bring you to such an inspirational place, that is promptly ruined by the pitch for money at the end of each one. I understand that these beautiful films are probably quite expensive to make but perhaps there’s another way to pitch that that isn’t just moments after a lovely life story bringing you to such a calm place. Just my opinion, perhaps it bothers no one else. Thank you for the creative and lovely films and the inspirational subjects of them. So beautiful.
I agree.... too 'in your face' asking for money this way....
I've found myself and my happy place in pottery. All aspects from rough forming a bowl with my hand to glazing small nativity scene figures and throwing clay on the wheel bring me joy. Thank you Catherine for expressing something I could not.
i envy your love of the craft .. to hear about people finding something that gets them up in the morning....is so inspiring.thank you for sharing ..
This is beautifully shot, profound and enjoyable ... for the first half. I would have liked to have seen more of her basketry process.
This is a thoughtful, sensitively made video and in just a few minutes, Catherine speaks some of the universal truths. Being kind to yourself; understanding that you must make your own path in life because no-one will do it for you; taking time to adjust and heal after bad events..............there is much in here to hear and to follow. Thank you for sharing it and for showing that some traditional crafts are still alive.
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My great great grandfather was a basket weaver.
The things you love to do, crafts, gardening, drawing and so on, keep you bound to the present moment!
I found, that this present moment experience is a real place for healing.
Your thoughts can rest and your true inner being can emerge.
Silence, but not stillness; knowing without thinking; peacefullness without trying; feeling loved without conditions ❤
What are you weaving into your life`s basket?
@Christina Hees - LOVE this comment x
Aaaaaaah. How beautiful.
Thank you. Many blessings. 🙏🏻❤️
Beautiful 💕
Thank you for your honest video my daughter has cancer and she has made herself a garden and that the most healing place for her she evens gets excited to see a new leaf on a plant I will share your video with her
@Diane Warner - So glad that your daughter has found a place to calm her soul. Please give her a big hug from across, across the seas from South Africa. Justine xxxxx
I'm turning 39 and this is such an eye opener.im just learning my healing place ..just learning to finally listen to myself and that inner voice.
Thank you for that beautiful video.It just assures me that I'm on the right path
This makes us smile - so glad that this resonated so deeply with you.
HUGS! Justine and Michael 💚