Summer & Fall Creative Soul Camps at The Whatever Craft House

Here is what I always say when people ask how the retreat went and to those who ask about it that have never been..."It is just so good."

While I have a hand in the planning and preparations, a family who cheers me on and easily adjusts life to my travel schedule, Meg that takes care of the menu and has created a beautiful, colorful and loved filled "landing" and friends who believe in and support my dream, we are just the hands and feet.  All of the details fall right into perfect place because Jesus shows up every.single.time.

I have experienced and witnessed it over and over and over and again, it is just so good. NOTE: yes, I know this is a bendable Jesus and is just a toy.  When I say Jesus shows up every time, HE does. 

Saying "yes" to coming to a women's faith and art retreat is big in several ways. You have to put your every day life on pause, take time off of work, often leave your family behind, make a financial commitment and all of that leaves the door wide open for the devil to show up and attempt to derail your thoughts, plans and hopes of going. THAT happens every single time, too.  I am always very honest about this to all that register and try my best to walk along with everyone through the issues.  Thing is, when you align yourself and not fall into the traps of fear or doubt, again..."it is soo good."

Early morning coffee and chit chat in the kitchen, late night creative chatter and antics, fabric store field trips, antique shopping, and frequent Sonic stops with super special orders are part of our memories. 

I am excited to announce the Summer and Fall Dates for 2019  at The Whatever Craft House and all of the details are listed below.  

“Creativity is a God-given ability to take something ordinary and make it into something special.  It is an openness to doing old things new ways…The creative spirit is part of our heritage as children of the One who created all things.  Nurturing our creativity is part of our responsibility as stewards of God’s good gifts.”  Emilie Barnes, The Spirit of Loveliness

 

There is something amazing that happens when Art & Faith Collide and when you are in an amazing house full of women, food, coffee, snacks, paints and time to be quiet, restore, rest, stay up late, wake up early, wear your jammies all day long... 

It's just really good.   

That is the best way to explain it because honestly, there are not words to go along with what happens...and ya know what else?  Jesus shows up every.single.time.

 

What's Included??

Meals  

Each day you will get to enjoy amazing and fresh meals prepared just for you. Yep, three meals a day so be ready to eat.  Leave your diets at home and bring your stretchy pants.  In between there will be a ridiculous array of salty and sweet snacks and apples, coffee, water and tea with bags of sonic ice of course. 

Lodging 

The Craft House is located in Newton, Kansas.  It is a amazing 100 year old restored home that is used for retreats and sleeps 17. Upstairs there are four beautifully decorated bedrooms.  Each room has between 2 – 6 twin beds.  It will be hard to pick just one because they are each crazy cute. Be prepared for late night giggles and some early rising roommates.  There are three full bathrooms that will be shared. 

Creative Time & Supplies 

Everything you will need for the creative sessions will be provided.  IF you have a Journaling Bible and/or an art journal that you would like to work in, please bring that.  Tip: You may want to keep a little extra space in your suitcase for the projects you create.

Airport Transportation & Pick Ups

You will be picked up on Thursday afternoon at 4:30pm and dropped off on Sunday morning to Wichita Eisenhower Airport.  Please arrange to arrive by 4:30 pm the day of the retreat and schedule your departure for after 12:00 pm on the last day of the retreat.  If you are planning to drive to the retreat, we ask that you plan to arrive no earlier than 5:00pm on the day the retreat begins. 

Field Trip 

During the retreat, there is a fun ½ field trip planned to head out to two local Antique shops & The Barn. Again, extra space in your suitcase and a little extra cash is recommended for this day!   

Daily Routine 

At the beginning of each day and at the end of each night we will have a devotional and discussion time. There will be a creative sessions on Friday & Saturday with lots of supplies to play with each evening. There will be plenty of time for naps, walks and you will even be able to schedule an in-house massage if you would like.  Note: Retreat registration does not include massage fee.

Here is a brief look at one of the days: 

Breakfast

Morning Devotions

Quiet Time

Creative Time

Lunch

Creative Time

Dinner

Evening Devotions & Dessert

Creative Time/Open

Registration Deposit & Payments
To complete your reservation, a non refundable of $300.00 must be made and will apply to your total registration cost.  NOTE: Returning guests will receive $100.00 of of their camp fee.

 

AFTER deposit has been made, if you need to make special payment arrangements or would like to pay in full, please contact me at [email protected].

After registration, you will receive an email within 24 hours TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS USED DURING CHECKOUT.  

After 24 hours, if you have not received any email correspondence from me, please contact me at [email protected] 

 

2019 Dates & Deposit Details

  

Guest Teacher: Jenn McGlon of Noodle & Lou, Stephanie Ackerman

Guest Speaker: Emily Thomas of The Struggle Well Project

Thursday Afternoon, July 11 - Sunday Morning, July 14, 2019

Location: The Whatever Craft House in Newton, Kansas.
Price: $1300.00*  All Inclusive *excluding airfare and travel expenses 

Deposit $300.00

Click "Buy Now" to reserve your spot and make $300.00 deposit for the July 2019 Retreat

Invoice #1 - $500.00 will be emailed to you & is due April 1, 2019

Invoice #2  - $500.00 will be emailed to you and is due June 1, 201

  

Fall Camp Oct. 24-27, 2019

Guest Teacher: Jeanne Oliver

Click "Buy Now" to reserve your spot and make $300.00 deposit for the October 2019 Retreat

Thursday Afternoon, October 24th - Sunday October 27th, 2019

Location: The Whatever Craft House in Newton, Kansas.
Price: $1300.00*  All Inclusive *excluding airfare and travel expenses 

Deposit $300.00 Non-Refundable

 

Invoice #1 - $500.00 will be emailed to you & is due July 1, 2019

Invoice #2  - $500.00 will be emailed to you and is due September 1, 2019

“Creativity is a God-given ability to take something ordinary and make it into something special.  It is an openness to doing old things new ways…The creative spirit is part of our heritage as children of the One who created all things.  Nurturing our creativity is part of our responsibility as stewards of God’s good gifts.”  Emilie Barnes, The Spirit of Loveliness

 

There is something amazing that happens when Art & Faith Collide and when you are in an amazing house full of women, food, coffee, snacks, paints and time to be quiet, restore, rest, stay up late, wake up early, wear your jammies all day long... 

It's just really good.   

That is the best way to explain it because honestly, there are not words to go along with what happens...and ya know what else?  Jesus shows up every.single.time.

 

What's Included??

Meals  

Each day you will get to enjoy amazing and fresh meals prepared just for you. Yep, three meals a day so be ready to eat.  Leave your diets at home and bring your stretchy pants.  In between there will be a ridiculous array of salty and sweet snacks and apples, coffee, water and tea with bags of sonic ice of course. 

Lodging 

The Craft House is located in Newton, Kansas.  It is a amazing 100 year old restored home that is used for retreats and sleeps 17. Upstairs there are four beautifully decorated bedrooms.  Each room has between 2 – 6 twin beds.  It will be hard to pick just one because they are each crazy cute. Be prepared for late night giggles and some early rising roommates.  There are three full bathrooms that will be shared. 

Creative Time & Supplies 

Everything you will need for the creative sessions will be provided.  IF you have a Journaling Bible and/or an art journal that you would like to work in, please bring that.  Tip: You may want to keep a little extra space in your suitcase for the projects you create.

Airport Transportation & Pick Ups

You will be picked up on Thursday afternoon at 4:30pm and dropped off on Sunday morning to Wichita Eisenhower Airport.  Please arrange to arrive by 4:30 pm the day of the retreat and schedule your departure for after 12:00 pm on the last day of the retreat.  If you are planning to drive to the retreat, we ask that you plan to arrive no earlier than 5:00pm on the day the retreat begins. 

Field Trip 

During the retreat, there is a fun ½ field trip planned to head out to two local Antique shops & The Barn. Again, extra space in your suitcase and a little extra cash is recommended for this day!   

Daily Routine 

At the beginning of each day and at the end of each night we will have a devotional and discussion time. There will be a creative sessions on Friday & Saturday with lots of supplies to play with each evening. There will be plenty of time for naps, walks and you will even be able to schedule an in-house massage if you would like.  Note: Retreat registration does not include massage fee.

Here is a brief look at one of the days: 

Breakfast

Morning Devotions

Quiet Time

Creative Time

Lunch

Creative Time

Dinner

Evening Devotions & Dessert

Creative Time/Open

Registration Deposit & Payments
To complete your reservation, a non refundable of $300.00 must be made and will apply to your total registration cost.  NOTE: Returning guests will receive $100.00 of of their camp fee.

 

AFTER deposit has been made, if you need to make special payment arrangements or would like to pay in full, please contact me at [email protected].

After registration, you will receive an email within 24 hours TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS USED DURING CHECKOUT.  

After 24 hours, if you have not received any email correspondence from me, please contact me at [email protected] 

 

2019 Dates & Deposit Details

  

Guest Teacher: Jenn McGlon of Noodle & Lou, Stephanie Ackerman

Guest Speaker: Emily Thomas of The Struggle Well Project

Thursday Afternoon, July 11 - Sunday Morning, July 14, 2019

Location: The Whatever Craft House in Newton, Kansas.
Price: $1300.00*  All Inclusive *excluding airfare and travel expenses 

Deposit $300.00

Click "Buy Now" to reserve your spot and make $300.00 deposit for the July 2019 Retreat

Invoice #1 - $500.00 will be emailed to you & is due April 1, 2019

Invoice #2  - $500.00 will be emailed to you and is due June 1, 201

  

Fall Camp Oct. 24-27, 2019

Guest Teacher: Jeanne Oliver

Click "Buy Now" to reserve your spot and make $300.00 deposit for the October 2019 Retreat

Thursday Afternoon, October 24th - Sunday October 27th, 2019

Location: The Whatever Craft House in Newton, Kansas.
Price: $1300.00*  All Inclusive *excluding airfare and travel expenses 

Deposit $300.00 Non-Refundable

 

Invoice #1 - $500.00 will be emailed to you & is due July 1, 2019

Invoice #2  - $500.00 will be emailed to you and is due September 1, 2019