For Further Study: Labyrinth Construction
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Books To Explore If You Would Like To Construct A Labyrinth: Of General Interest


Construction of Labyrinth, Burma

Buchanan, Jim. Labyrinths for the Spirit. How to Create Your Own Labyrinths for Meditation and Enlightenment. London: Gaiabooks, 2007.
This fascinating books shows you how to use the labyrinth as part of personal meditative practice and gives twenty practical design experiences guiding you creating your own unique versions." Publisher.

Camp, Carole A. "Making Your Own Labyrinth." In Labyrinths from the Outside In, 153-65. Woodstock, VT: Skylight Paths Publishing, 2000.
Includes basic questions to ask before making a labyrinth and instructions for constructing a 7 circuit labyrinth.

Champion, Alex Earth Mazes. Philo, CA.
"Illustrating some of the work of Alex Champion. ...is an inspiration to anyone wanting to build one-of-a-kind permanent labyrinths as creative works of art." Robert Ferré.

Ferré, Robert (1997). How to Make a Masking Tape Labyrinth. St. Louis, MO, One Way Press.
"This booklet covers both the Chartres-pattern labyrinth and the classic 7 circuit labyrinth, in the left-handed versions, which means the first turn is to the left. The labyrinths will be irregular and rustic in appearance, which is part of their charm. I think you will find when you are finished, you will be impressed by the work of art you have created." Author.

Ferré, Robert (2001). Constructing the Chartres Labyrinth. An Instruction Manual. St. Louis, MO, One Way Press.
A clear, concise how to manual.

Ferré, Robert (2002). The Labyrinth Idea Book. Making Labyrinths from Many Materials. St. Louis, MO, One Way Press.
Includes patterns, ideas, lots of pictures and helpful hints for those interested in constructing labyrinths.

Ferré, Robert. Constructing Classical Labyrinths. An Instruction Manual. St. Louis, MO.: One Way Press, 2002.
Chapters include: The Seed Pattern, Geometry; The Five Stake Method; Ariadne's Thread; and General Principles.

Griggs, Norah. Rocklady. The Building of a Labyrinth. Bloomington, MN: Peace Rock Publishing, 2001.One woman's description on how she built a labyrinth on her property.

Hancock, Gael D. 108 Ways to Use Labyrinths in Schools. Thundersly, Essex, England: Labyrinthos, 2004.
Includes ideas about building labyrinths with children.

Lonegren, Sig. "The Seed Pattern." In Labyrinths. Ancient Myths & Modern Uses, 21-42. New York: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., 2001.
Discussion construction of 3 and 7 circuit labyrinths as well other labyrinths (Peru, Scandanavia). JKHG
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Rossetta, Lani. Labyrinth for Kids. Central Point, Oregon: Leihuna Enterprises, 2001.
"A book for educators or physical or occupational therapists. It explores the construction and use of labyrinths as a tool for increasing fine motor skills in the classroom setting. Patterns for drawing two and three-dimensional labyrinths, both desktop size and outdoor size for walking on, as well as dozens of activity ideas for making this an exciting project for children, are included. Can be integrated into any curriculum. Helps balance left and right hemispheres of the brain." Editor

Sands, Henlen Raphael. "Creating Your Own Labyrinth." In The Healing Labyrinth, 86-105. Hauppage,NY: Barrons, 2001.

Schaper, Donna and Carole Ann Camp (2000). Labyrinths from the Outside In. Woodstock, VT, Skylight Paths Publishing.
One chapter includes directions for making a labyrinth of your own." Publisher.

Books To Explore If You Would Like To Construct A Chartres-Style Labyrinth

Buchanan, Jim. Labyrinths for the Spirit. How to Create Your Own Labyrinths for Meditation and Enlightenment. London: Gaiabooks, 2007. Pages 79-81.

Ferré, Robert (2001). Constructing the Chartres Labyrinth. An Instruction Manual. St. Louis, MO, One Way Press.
A clear, concise how to manual.

Websites To Explore If You Would Like To Construct A Chartres-Style Labyrinth

Building a labyrinth in Congo

http://labyrinth-enterprises.com/tapec1.html.
Robert Ferré explains how to make masking-tape Chartres-style labyrinth, but the principles can be applied to permanent or canvas labyrinths.

Construction of Labyrinth  Musanze, Rwanda
Construction, Musanze Rwanda
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