DIY Journaling: A Journal Making & Yoga Retreat

As wonderful as all of our electronics are, there comes a time to slow down, put aside the iPad, take a breath, and get reacquainted with paper and pen -- and ourselves. Recuperate from post-holiday madness by spoiling yourself with relaxing yoga, a healthy lunch, and creating a handmade, personalized journal using time-honored techniques. The tradition of bookmaking goes back centuries, each part of the world adding their own flavor to basic binding methods. In this workshop we will investigate some of these traditions as we create a hand-bound journal or sketchbook of our own. In addition to binding our journals, we will add personal touches with handmade paper inserts, painted pages, stamping, and collage.

At this retreat you will: 

- learn basic bookbinding techniques

- create a handmade journal/s 

- experiment with a variety of materials to personalize your journal 

- enjoy a relaxing yoga class

Skill Level: No experience needed.

Materials List: Participants are encouraged to bring paper and other flat mementos from home to embellish their journals.