About Craft Retreats

Special Things Happen
When Creatives Come Together!
Building Lifelong Friendships Through Creativity
We create long-lasting friendships, and beautiful memories and inspire each other to be brave in expressing our individuality. We lift each other up, share stories, and bloom as individuals as the need to create is inherent in our souls.
Discovering Joy and Possibility at Our Retreats
When you connect with other creatives at our retreats you will find the joy of being creative. Find inspiration and flourish in a wonderful creative space. Share the mindset that anything is possible!

Retreat Schedule
You can find out all the scheduled retreat dates by clicking on the button below:
We can all find immense solace and strength within our crafting community.
In addition, through workshops, crafting retreats, or online communities, creatives have the opportunity
to discover kindred spirits who share their triumphs, setbacks, and creative breakthroughs.
Retreat Fun!
Prepare for the Retreat with Craft Goodies
Stock up on all your favorite craft goodies and shop online before the retreat. By doing so, you can conveniently pick up your order at the retreat. Not only does this help you plan your projects in advance, but it also saves you money on postage. In addition, having your supplies ready ensures you can dive straight into creating without any delays.
Dive into a Challenge
Join in on fun and engaging challenges designed to inspire you to create and step outside your comfort zone. These challenges offer something for everyone. They provide an excellent opportunity to try new techniques, experiment with different materials.
An Added Bonus
Enjoy a Free Goody Bag Filled with Crafting Surprises
Each of you lovely ladies attending the retreat will receive a thoughtfully curated goody bag, absolutely free! Inside, you’ll find a delightful assortment of items, ranging from high-quality papers and craft essentials to embellishments and other fun surprises that will spark your creativity.
Plus Retreat Guide
But that’s not all—the bag also includes a detailed retreat guide with an outlined schedule of activities. This ensures you won’t miss out on any of the exciting workshops, challenges, or social events planned throughout the weekend. In addition, the guide will help you stay organized and make the most of your time at the retreat. All in all, this goody bag is the perfect start to an unforgettable crafting experience!
Exciting Prizes and Games All Weekend Long:
Get ready for a weekend filled with fun, games, and plenty of chances to win amazing prizes! Throughout the retreat, there will be a variety of challenges you can enter, giving you the opportunity to showcase your creativity and compete for fantastic rewards. In addition, every participant will receive a lucky door prize ticket tucked inside their Goody Bag, so everyone has a chance to take home something special.
But the fun doesn’t stop there:
You can also try your luck with the lucky dip, where you’ll get to grab a surprise prize just for participating. Whether you’re joining the challenges, using your lucky ticket, or diving into the lucky dip, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s the perfect way to make the weekend even more exciting and memorable!
Capture Unforgettable Moments in the Retreat Photo Booth
Friendships are strengthened, memories are made, and relationships blossom within the cozy confines of a delightful photo booth. Step inside and take some cheerful Happy Snaps with your fellow retreat attendees, creating fun and lasting memories of your time together. After the retreat, all the photos will be uploaded to a shared Google Drive album, which you can access easily with a provided QR code and a link. It’s a wonderful way to relive the moments, stay connected, and celebrate the joy of crafting with your newfound friends!
Make n Takes
Each retreat offers an exciting opportunity to participate in free Make-and-Take projects or engaging product demonstrations. These activities are designed to be a lot of fun, and the best part is that they are entirely optional—there’s absolutely no pressure to join in. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, you can choose to participate at your own pace and comfort level.
Extend Your Creativity:
Stock up on all your favorite craft goodies and shop online before the retreat. By doing so, you can conveniently pick up your order at the retreat. Not only does this help you plan your projects in advance, but it also saves you money on postage. In addition, having your supplies ready ensures you can dive straight into creating without any delays
About the Venues
Kiah Ridge, Tahmoor, NSW
Mt Schoenstatt, Mulgoa, NSW
Kiah Ridge is located in and about 10 minutes driving time from the Bargo/Tahmoor exits from the Hume Highway.
Kiah Ridge has a range of different accommodation types. Sleeping arrangements are bunk style. All guests are guaranteed a bottom bunk unless they specify they are willing to take a top bunk. Each room sleeps approx 3-4.
Mt Schoenstatt is located about 10 minutes west of Penrith just off Mulgoa Road.
Mt Schoenstatt has a range of different accommodation types. Sleeping arrangements are single beds. Single rooms or sharing rooms are options. Linen is provided including towels.
Have You Booked In?
If you’ve RSVP’d and booked into a retreat. Here’s how to stay in the loop and make the most of it:
Pop over to our Facebook group and find the retreat event. Click “Going” so you don’t miss updates, sneak peeks, or pre-retreat chit-chat. Bonus: It’s a great place to connect with other attendees ahead of time!
Make sure you’re on the retreat email list. This is where you’ll get all the juicy details like schedules, supply lists, and surprise announcements specifically about this retreat. We promise no spam—just the good crafty stuff.
- Bookmark the Facebook Retreat Update page and check back often! This will be one place where you can access everything retreat-related: links, challenge information, downloads.
We’ll host a virtual coffee chat closer to retreat time—just a casual hangout to say hi, ask questions, and get pumped up. Stay tuned for the invite.