“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” – Audre Lorde Hi everyone! My name is Jamila and in my work at Make-It Springfield I am passionate about the way our space connects creativity, connection, healing and empowerment. Lately I have been thinking about the connections […]
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The BIPOC Rest Group: Daydreaming with Horses
The BIPOC Rest Group is a weekly space for BIPOC people to learn about and practice rest. Facilitated by Jamila Jackson, this space is inspired by Tricia Hersey’s work in the Nap Ministry and integrates drinking relaxing herbal teas, resting to the healing sounds of meditative drumming, engaging in daydreaming practices, and building a compassionate community […]
Cait Young, Jewelry Artist
by Jamila Jackson We are excited to announce that we are hosting a two part event in October called Stashcraft Craft Sessions. This event will be facilitated by artist and jewelry maker Cait Young on October 12th 12-2pm and October 23rd 4:30-6pm I got to sit down and speak with Cait about one of her […]
Sorliany Hernández, Visual Artist
Creative Teens Matter, Teen Spotlight Series by Jamila Jackson We would love to share some of the work of Sorliany Hernández which she completed in our Creative Teens Matter Course summer of 2024. I got to interview Sorliany about her process: Jamila: What was your inspiration for this piece? Sorliany: This is new to me since I’m […]
Make a difference with a donation to Make-It Springfield
The success of Make-It Springfield is based in how we support the needs of creative people in our community. People walk in and discover a safe space where they can access knowledge and encouragement for their creative ideas. They experiment with our materials and equipment and discover their own creative potential. As they grow, they […]
Donald Clark, Artist, Writer, Teacher
Donald Clark is a maker, an author and he teaches our monthly Analogue Art class—we are so happy he is part of the Make-It community and comes by to share his creativity and knowledge with all of us. Keep reading for Donald’s bio and our conversation! Donald has taught classes to students from kindergarten through […]
