Creative Events

The Selah Retreat isΒ a 5-day creative retreat where we take a break from regular life, spend time crafting, meet new people, eat delicious food, and visit fantastic places! Most of my retreats are hosted in Leander, Texas at a private AirBNB called Shepherd's Retreat, however I have also hosted at the Whatever Craft House in Newton, Kansas, on Lake Gaston in North Carolina, and on the Oregon and Washington coasts.

Women from across the country (and even Canada!) travel to the retreat, and together we work on 4-5 creative projects taught by myself and my co-teachers. In between projects, we get to know one another and are delightfully spoiled with good food, coffee, wine, and snacks. Each guest registration includes a twin bed in a shared room (unless otherwise noted), all projects, most meals (lunch and dinner are on your own on our outing day) and a swag bag full of handmade goodies from makers across the country.

Some ask, "Is this a Christian retreat?" And the answer is yesΒ and no. I am a Christian and I love Jesus. Many of my attendees are also Christians, and often times the conversations at retreat involve God. Sometimes our projects are even faith inspired. I open and close the retreat with prayer, however there are no group led devotions or Bible studies - I leave that up to you to enjoy on the back patio with a cup of coffee.

At the end of five days, you'll leave with a handful of fun and creative projects and some swag, but even more than that, you'll leave with a refreshed spirit and new friends that can last a lifetime.

Upcoming Retreats:

Β The Christmas Celebration,Β Leander, Texas at Shepherd's Retreat, December 7-11, 2024, featuring a day trip to the Magnolia Market at Christmas. Cost $795.00.Β 

Join me for a Christmas getaway down in Texas, December 7-11, 2024. This retreat includes 4 nights/5 days of lodging at Shepherds Retreat, a private home in a beautiful, private setting. Be prepared to be pampered and loved on by me and my team, as we dive into four creative projects in our Christmas jammies, sip from the Hot Cocoa Bar, share in a Christmas ornament exchange, and spend a festive day at Magnolia! This trip will surely get you in the Christmas spirit. All creative projects, meals, snacks and beverages are provided (minus lunch and dinner on Magnolia day) and you'll also receive a bunch of gifts from generous handmade artisans all across the country. You're bound to be blessed by big-time Texas hospitality, and a break from the stresses of life. Each participant sleeps on a comfy twin bed in a shared room. There are no single private rooms, but if you do come with a friend, we will do our best to place you in a double occupancy private room if you'd like. Retreat registration does not does not include travel to and from the retreat house.

Registration opens March 11, 2024 at 6pm PST.