This Is More Than Just Making a Journal
A 3.5-day creative retreat in Salt Lake City where you’ll reconnect with your creativity, your body, and a community that truly gets you.
Create your own real junk journal from everyday materials, move gently, reflect deeply, and experience what happens when creativity and connection come together.
This retreat is an invitation to step out of your daily routine and into a space where creativity, movement, and connection come together.
Over three and a half days, you’ll create your own real junk journal from everyday materials—layer by layer, piece by piece—while reconnecting with your creative voice in a relaxed and supportive environment.
But this experience goes beyond the creative process.
Through gentle, accessible movement, quiet moments of reflection, and shared experiences with like-minded women, you’ll be reminded of something we often forget in our busy lives:
That creativity, connection, and taking care of your body are not separate things—they belong together.
Whether you come for the creativity, the connection, or simply the desire to do something for yourself… you’ll leave with more than you expected.
What you’ll experience
Create your own real junk journal
Using everyday materials, you’ll build a journal that is personal, imperfect, and full of meaning—guided step by step, but always with room for your own voice.
A gentle approach to movement
Short, accessible movement sessions designed to support your body, boost your energy, and remind you how good it feels to move—no pressure, no expectations, all levels welcome.
Moments to reflect and reconnect
Through simple prompts and quiet pauses, you’ll have space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.
A shared evening of connection
We’ll gather for a relaxed dinner together—a chance to deepen conversations, share stories, and connect beyond the creative space.
A small, supportive group
With a limited group of participants, this retreat offers a personal and welcoming atmosphere where genuine connections can grow.
What you’ll leave with
- - A junk journal that tells your story
- - A renewed sense of creativity and inspiration
- - Meaningful connections with women who truly understand this journey
- - A deeper awareness of how important it is to stay active and care for your body
- - The feeling of having been part of something bigger than yourself
Price: $1090.00
Price: $1090.00
List of materials and final details will be sent out closer to the retreat dates.
Your paypal payment is your confirmation for sign-up.
Group Size
Maximum of 15 participants per retreat to ensure a personal and supportive experience.
What’s Included:
- Guidance and support throughout the creative process
- Access to shared tools such as sewing machines, paper trimmers, and basic supplies
- Lunches, snacks, coffee, tea, water
- A curated goodie bag
- A shared dinner experience with the group
- Daily shuttle transportation to and from the recommended hotel
- Gentle movement sessions
- A supportive and inspiring environment throughout the retreat
Materials
Participants will receive a suggested materials list in advance and are encouraged to bring their own papers and items to create a truly personal journal.
Accommodation
We recommend staying at the Hampton Inn Draper, where all participants will be picked up and dropped off each day.
Choosing one central hotel allows for smoother logistics and makes it easier for everyone to connect and travel together.
You are, of course, welcome to arrange your own accommodation (for example, an Airbnb).
Please note that in this case, you will need to take care of your own transportation to and from the retreat location.
The Venue
The retreat will take place in a beautiful, thoughtfully designed private creative studio space in Riverton, Utah.
This cozy and inspiring environment has been created with intention—offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where you can relax, create, and connect.
To ensure privacy and a smooth experience for everyone, the exact address will be shared with confirmed participants after booking.
If this speaks to you, I would love for you to join us.
Spots are limited to keep the experience personal, so early booking is recommended.
Investment
The investment for this 3.5-day retreat is:
$1,090 USD per person
This includes all guided sessions, access to shared tools and materials, daily shuttle transportation from the recommended hotel, a curated goodie bag, a shared dinner experience, and the full retreat experience.
A note on value
This retreat is intentionally designed as a small, immersive experience.
With a limited number of participants, you’ll receive personal guidance, space to create at your own pace, and the opportunity to connect in a meaningful way—both with yourself and with others.
It’s not just about what you create during these days…
It’s about what you take with you afterwards.
Testimonials
“I participated in one of the She Who Creates retreats in 2025. I had a great time and walked away with an adorable journal, an increase in confidence, and met a lot of awesome women, some who will be lifelong friends. I would recommend, 10/10. : )”
- Rita
“She Who Creates was truly life changing for me. I felt safe and welcomed as we learned and created. I made friendships that have continued on and I have become newly inspired to make healthier choices for myself.”
- Bobi
“The workroom where we gathered and did all our junk journaling was magnificent. Barbara was efficient and the hostess, Kim, was so very friendly. We broke up the day with stepping outside and doing fun little exercises that even after my back surgeries were easy to accomplish. I enjoyed the retreat and persons participating.”
- Sally
“Being a participant in the 2025 She Who Creates retreat was so much more than just making art—it was about connecting with like-minded creators, each with their own beautiful and distinct style. And then there was the movement aspect, which was truly transformative. It was exactly what I needed to begin my own health journey. If you ever have the opportunity to attend, it is absolutely worth the effort ♡”
- Cathleen
“Oh, Yes you should absolutely sign up for the retreat. If you're thinking about it, you will be so glad you did. It was great fun and I loved every minute of our time together. Meeting Barbara was so surreal all the way from Vienna. Been watching her since her very first Youtube video. She's funny, smart and so caring. And the one on one conversations were the icing on the cake. The friends I made were so special. And the confirmation we all question? Am I just playing with paper? No, it really is art and there were so many ideas and beautiful souls who created amazing journals. You have to go. See you there!”
- Machelle
“I was already teaching basic Junk Journals at a local art center, when I attended the first She Who Creates class. I came home confident that I could grow my own Junk Journal business. I am 76 years old, but not too old to inspire others to create their own unique Junk Journals. Thank you, Barbara.”
- Ann
“The 2025 She Who Creates Retreat was phenomenal; it was a holistic experience, mind, body, and soul! We all departed with our self-made sisterhood journal to forever remember the experience. Barbara and Kimmie were the perfect pair!”
- Anonymous
This event was FABULOUS! It was so much fun. We learned how to have balance in our lives not only with craft therapy but by focusing on our mental and physical health as well. I will definitely attend next year!
- Julie
We recommend staying at the Hampton Inn Draper, where all participants will be picked up and dropped off each day.
Choosing one central hotel allows for smoother logistics and makes it easier for everyone to connect and travel together.
You are, of course, welcome to arrange your own accommodation (for example, an Airbnb).
Please note that in this case, you will need to take care of your own transportation to and from the retreat location.