Looking for a workshop that combines creativity, personal reflection, connection and fun with a hands-on experience?
✔ The Make It Mine workshop ticks off all those boxes — and then some!
Get everyone away from their screens and into the surprisingly satisfying act of hammering their meaningful word or phrase into a one-of-a-kind bracelet — something that represents a personal shift or a goal they want to move toward.
Starting with an upbeat, thought-provoking talk about how our thoughts can influence what we do, how negative thinking can hold us back, and how adopting a more positive mindset can help us move closer to what matters to us.
Then, participants are taught how to create their personalized cuff bracelet, embedding their words into both MIND and METAL
THINK IT. EMBED IT. EMBRACE IT.
The bracelet becomes a tangible, wearable reminder of the word or phrase each person chose for themselves — something meaningful they can continue to wear long after the workshop is over. As there are multiple sizes and different thickness, it’s a process suitable for all.
THE EXPERIENCE
💡 GET INSPIRED
It starts with an upbeat, inspiring talk that gets participants thinking about the power of their thinking and the possibilities by shifting their mindset to bring about what they want in their lives.
🔨 LET’S HAMMER
Participants are taught how to create their personalized cuff bracelet and then personally hammer their own chosen word or phrase into metal.
🤝 CONNECT
The experience creates opportunities to share ideas, thoughts and conversation while connecting in a way that feels genuine, creative and fun.
🌟 MAKE IT YOURS
Before hammering begins, participants can try on sample bracelets to determine the best size for their wrist. Once the bracelet has been created, each one is custom-shaped to fit the wrist of the person who made it.
This also gives me a few minutes with each participant to connect and, if they want to share, hear why their chosen word or phrase matters to them.
BEFORE THE WORKSHOP: FIND YOUR INTENTION
There’s a little homework before the workshop — and it’s an important part of the experience.
Participants receive access to a homework webpage with a step-by-step guide, 2 quick videos and word/phrase suggestions to help them explore what they want to bring into their lives and choose their personal and meaningful word or phrase.
Many have compared this process to choosing a tattoo — they want it to be meaningful, personal and worth thinking about. The great part is, this one isn’t permanent!
PRACTICAL DETAILS
- 90–120 minutes (1½–2 hours dependant on number of participants)
- 10 participants per session
- Brought to your conference room, retreat, or event
WHAT’S NEEDED
- Tables suitable for hammering (please, no glass) — I’ll bring protective mats.
- Chairs — One per participant.
- Working space — Approximately 3 feet per participant (give or take).
- Bracelet try-on and fitting area — A small table or space to try different sizes and an area to personally shape each bracelet.
- Presentation area — A small area for the introductory presentation.
- Projector and screen — If available in-house, please advise. Otherwise, one can be provided.
- Refreshments — Optional and welcome anytime.
- Planning to include lunch? It can be scheduled during the last 30 minutes, while I personally fit each participant’s bracelet.
- I bring the rest — All tools, materials and everything needed for the bracelet-making experience.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING 💬
❝This was far more than a bracelet-making workshop.”
“The Make It Mine workshop was a fun accessible and thought-provoking event that anyone could enjoy. From the heartfelt and caring hosting to the mindful elements. Whether you’re new to crafting, I’ve been doing it for years. The reflective opportunity is for you, and that offers tangible ways for you to take mindfulness and intentionality into your own life and share some of her personal journey to offer guidance. Not to mention, making the bracelet itself is extremely fun and cathartic! This is also a great opportunity to bond and deepen relationships through activity.” — Erin Kang
“The Experience Was Second to None.”
“The workshop encourages you to take hold of your desire to grow or change, or to take a big step to be the better version of YOU. Not only do you come away with a more substantial mindset, but you also create your very own, amazing bracelet as a daily reminder of your newly revived goals.” — Judy Saunders
“It is a joy to be in the room with Annette and her positive energy!”
“Annette’s workshop helps you clarify what is important to you — she gives you a strategy to move forward. I love her enthusiasm. She lifts you up and makes you feel change is in your power. And, making the bracelet is super fun!” — Dr. Barbara Shearer
BRING MAKE IT MINE TO YOUR TEAM
Looking for something different for your next team-building activity, workplace event, retreat or conference? Make It Mine brings people together through creativity, positive thinking and a hands-on experience they’ll remember.
Connect with me and let’s create a memorable day.