The Recreative Heart Creative Retreat

Schedule

Sun Jan 18 2026 at 09:15 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1098 B Somerset St. West , Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K1Y 3C8 | Ottawa, ON

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A day to breathe, create, and come home to yourself.
🌟 About the Retreat
Step away from the noise, the routines, and the endless to-do lists, and gift yourself a full day devoted entirely to creativity, rest, and renewal.
This is not a skills-based class; it’s a gentle, restorative creative retreat for women who:
*want a beautiful day dedicated entirely to creativity and self-care
*crave quiet, slow, mindful time to reconnect with themselves
*feel creatively stuck, burned out, or overwhelmed
*want to refresh and find inspiration in a cozy, supportive environment
*long for a safe, encouraging environment to explore creative expression
Whether you’ve been feeling disconnected from your creativity or simply want a day to play, rest, and create, this retreat day is designed to nurture your heart, calm your mind, and remind you of the joy of making without pressure or judgment.
✨ What The Day Looks Like
Every moment has been designed to feel restorative, unhurried, and deeply supportive.
9:15 – 9:30 AM β€” Arrival and Welcome
Enjoy herbal tea and settle in slowly.
9:30 – 11:00 AM β€” Creative Journal + Guided Writing
Decorate your own journal, then move through gentle guided prompts to ground yourself and reconnect with your creative spirit.
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM β€” Mixed Media Inspiration Board
Build a layered, expressive inspiration board with textures, colours, images, and collage elements. A visual compass for your creative year ahead.
12:15 – 1:00 PM β€” Nourishing Lunch
A cozy, relaxing catered lunch with time to connect or simply unwind.
1:00 – 2:30 PM β€” Framed Inspirational Artwork
Choose an inspirational print, refresh a frame with paint and finishes, and create a meaningful piece for your home or creative space.
2:30 – 2:45 PM β€” Reset Moment
A short break to stretch, breathe, and check in with yourself.
3:00 – 3:45 PM β€” Group Session: Bringing Creativity Back Into Your Life
A gentle, supportive conversation exploring simple ways to weave creativity into your everyday life.
3:45 – 4:00 PM β€” Closing
A peaceful ending to the day, with inspiration to carry forward.
πŸ’› What You'll Leave With
Physically:
Your personalized journal
A mixed-media inspiration board
A framed inspirational art piece
The Recreated Life Take-Home Kit
A set of guided prompts you can continue using at home
Emotionally:
A lighter heart
A clearer mind
Renewed creative confidence
A burst of gentle inspiration
A sense of being seen and supported
Projects made with intention
A deeper connection with yourself
πŸ’– Who This Retreat Is For
Women who want a restorative day to reconnect with themselves and their creativity... whether you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or simply crave a day of play, inspiration, and gentle creative expression.
To ensure a deeply supported experience, only 7 spots are available.
Your Day Includes:
*all supplies and materials
*lunch, snacks, and drinks
*guidance throughout the day
*the Recreated Life Take-Home Kit*
*a full day of nourishment, creativity, and gentle restoration
Please let us know about any dietary restrictions when registering.
*The Recreated Life Take-Home Kit
A beautifully curated bundle designed to help you continue your creativity journey at home.
Your kit includes:
mini creativity prompt cards
a petite mixed-media inspiration pack
a hand-poured mini candle
a small vintage treasure
a creativity reset bookmark
Thoughtful, inspiring, and aligned with the restorative spirit of the retreat.
Cancellation Policy
All workshop purchases are non-refundable due to limited class sizes and advance preparation of materials. If you cannot attend, your spot is fully transferable to a friend.
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