Here is an update on the Cholla Workshops scheduled at Avocado Nursery 9/25th, 26th, and 28th. 9/25 is full, and only a few seats remain for 9/26. We've changed the format a bit for 9/28 due to a large group from the Tucson area that had to cancel because of Covid 19. This was scheduled to be more for artists and professional designers. But, we will also do a hands on cholla planter that day that will include an unfinished (sealed and varnished) cholla with an opening cut for succulents or cactus. There will be a $20 cost that can be paid at the door. This will help cover the cost of the planter, plants, and prizes that will be given for the best designed cholla. I'm estimating that the workshop will run from 9 until about noon.
We will also show other uses for cholla that have been put together for Avocado's new gift center that will feature more than just planters. Avocado owner Phil Bond has Indian blood and could write a book on his experiences with the southern Arizona Nations. And he knows how to make some of the ceremonial items they use, like a "Talking Stick" and "Dream Catcher". Shown in the bottom photo are some of the items used for the Dream Catcher, and like the chollas, all recovered from the desert. We will also show finished table lamps as well as some during "construction" as well as a number of variations of chollas used as planters. We hope to have a beautiful floor lamp completed by the day of the workshop. It is really a one of a kind example of the incredible beauty and uniqueness of the CHOLLA.
For
reservations, you can call Avocado Nursery at 520-723-4480. If need be,
and we can fill a class, Phil is willing to do another workshop exclusively for
Palm Creek later this fall after the Snowbirds return. Call me if you have any
questions. 262-844-6008.
