Lisa Stirrett Creative Warrior Studio

10/29/2026

October 2026 marks the first anniversary of our two five-acre gardens. The transformation in one short year has been truly remarkable. Once dry, cracked land that could only produce during a short rainy season is now producing an abundance of fresh food year-round and creating new opportunities for an entire village and the surrounding communities.

In partnership with ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization) International, we are introducing innovative, sustainable farming techniques that dramatically increase crop yields, producing harvests far beyond what traditional methods have achieved. This education has transformed not only the quantity of food produced but also its quality: larger, more nutrient dense and more abundant crops than these communities have ever experienced.

Sustainability is intentionally built into every part of the agricultural program. Non-hybrid seeds are used each harvest so they can be replanted for future crops. Livestock further strengthens the cycle; cows provide natural fertilizer for the gardens, a source of protein, and arrive pregnant so their offspring can help grow the herd and expand the program’s long-term value.

Fish farming adds another vital layer to this integrated model. Nutrient-rich water and waste from the fish help fertilize crops, while the fish themselves provide a much-needed source of protein in communities where it is often scarce. Catfish can reach harvest size in approximately four months and, once dried and properly preserved, can provide nourishment for months beyond the harvest.

Nothing is intended to serve just one purpose. Each resource strengthens another, creating a system designed to become increasingly self-sustaining with every growing season.

Join the tribe today & grow something beautiful for generations to come 👇
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10/26/2026

Be sure to vote daily with the link below 👇
https://www.kitsapdailynews.com/contests/best-of-the-best-kitsap/

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Thank you so much for your continued support. 🙏

10/23/2026

A second chance at life. Made possible by you.

Hepatitis B remains a significant public health concern in Burkina Faso. Through our partnership with Blessings International, we have helped provide life-saving vaccinations to more than 300 men, women, and children, offering protection against this preventable and devastating disease.

For those already diagnosed with hepatitis B, access to treatment can be life-changing, but financially out of reach. For many of the individuals we serve, the cost of a single month of treatment is impossible to afford.

Because of our program, dozens of individuals are now receiving the ongoing medical care they need and since beginning treatment in October 2025, those receiving care, who were near death before our intervention, are now thriving, something that would not have been possible without access to this treatment.

For these families, our partnership is making essential healthcare accessible to people who otherwise could not afford it and is saving lives.

With your continued support, we can reach more families, provide essential medical treatment, and offer hope to those who need it most.

Will you partner with us today to help save lives and create lasting change?

Click the link below to learn how you can support the Creative Warriors mission 👇
https://creative-warriors.com/donate/

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

Dignity begins with education. Empowerment begins with opportunity.

This week, we're highlighting how your generosity is helping break generations of silence surrounding women's health, replacing shame with knowledge, confidence, and dignity.

Women and girls in Burkina Faso face significant health disparities driven by poverty, geographic isolation, and gender inequality. Many lack access to modern menstrual hygiene products, basic reproductive health education, and safe sanitary practices.

Without adequate products or education; menstruation brings fear, shame, and isolation. Girls miss school or are separated from others during their periods, while many are forced to manage menstruation with unsafe and unsanitary materials; increasing health risks and creating yet another barrier to their education and participation in daily life.

Some of the most powerful moments happen when education begins.

Before discussing women’s health, the men are asked to leave the room, something that is deeply significant in a culture where women do not have authority. What follows is a room filled with women and girls who are free to ask questions, learn about their bodies, and talk openly about subjects that have often been surrounded by silence and shame.

There are moments of laughter, too. As we distribute menstrual kits, some of the girl’s giggle as they are taught how to put on underwear. They have never worn a pair before. It is a small moment that puts the circumstances into perspective.

The goal is not simply to provide menstrual products. It is about creating a space where women and girls are seen, educated, and empowered to understand and care for their own bodies with dignity; sometimes for the very first time.

Please consider partnering with Creative Warriors by becoming a monthly donor. Your ongoing generosity helps us continue providing women and girls with the education, resources, and opportunities they need to build healthier, more empowered futures.

Please use the link below to get involved today 👇
https://creative-warriors.com/donate/

10/16/2026

🏆 WE DID IT AGAIN!
TWO CATEGORIES
ONE INCREDIBLE COMMUNITY! 🎨
We are beyond honored to have been named
Central Kitsap’s Best Art Gallery AND Best Art Studio!We’ve been fortunate enough to receive these awards several times over the years, but somehow, this time feels like the first.

After so many years of creating, growing, and serving this community, there is something incredibly special about continuing to be recognized and celebrated for what we do through the ever-changing times and seasons. To know that our studio remains a place our community loves, supports, and believes in means more than we can express.

To everyone who voted, visited, created with us, and supported us throughout the years—THANK YOU! ❤️

These awards are a reflection of the incredible community that has made our journey possible, and we are so grateful to continue being part of yours.

✨ Stay tuned! Voting for the Best of the Best will be opening soon, and we would be honored to have your support once again!

See for yourself what the buzz is about. We look forward to seeing you soon.

10/14/2026

Behind every cup of coffee and every glass art creation is a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Over the course of seven separate segments, we’ll be sharing the heart behind why we exist and highlighting some of the incredible milestones made possible by your generosity and support.

These accomplishments are more than milestones. They are lives changed, opportunities created, and hope for generations to come.

And none of it would be possible without you. ❤️

In 2016, The Creative Warriors nonprofit opened its very first sewing school with a vision to give young women something far greater than a skill: the freedom to determine their own futures, the dignity of making their own choices, and the hope of building a life they once believed was beyond their reach. Today our program is only one structure away from being completely self-sustaining.

Learning a trade is life changing. Without the ability to support themselves, they risk being sold into marriage, most times to men who already have multiple wives. A recognized trade provides another path; the ability to earn an income, support themselves, and have a voice in deciding what their future will look like. Our women have not only gained a skill but new confidence in themselves and what they are capable of.

We and the entire village had the pleasure of watching all thirty of our women graduate in May 2026. All thirty of our graduating students passed their government-certified tailoring examinations. Parents and young children watched the women step into their future. The freedom achieved by these women became a powerful example of the opportunity and hope that now exists for the generation growing up behind them.

For a decade, our three-year sewing school has been equipping women in Burkina Faso with valuable skills, vocational training, and opportunities for financial independence.

Today, we are just one structure away from making this program completely self-sustaining!

We need just $5,000 to reach this milestone and help secure the future of this life-changing program for generations to come.

Will you help us take this final step?

Please consider donating today using the link below. Every dollar brings us closer! 👇
https://creative-warriors.com/donate/

10/13/2026

You're invited! ✝️
Hope to see everyone here for bible study
this Wednesday at 6pm!
📍9536 Silverdale Way NW

10/09/2026

🦋 Big THANK YOU to our incredible Greater Kitsap Chamber of Commerce members and the entire community!
Thank you for coming together to make the unveiling of our community-created Freedom Butterfly such a meaningful celebration!
More than a beautiful work of art, the Freedom Butterfly symbolizes the very heart of why our businesses exist: to help set women in Burkina Faso, West Africa, free from cycles of poverty, oppression, and food insecurity.

🌍❤️ Lisa will be traveling to Burkina Faso, West Africa, later this month, and we need your support to keep this life-changing mission moving forward!

If you feel led to give, please consider making a donation today through the link below. Together, we can make a lasting difference! 🙏🌍
Donate here: 👇
https://creative-warriors.com/donate/