Details Join Natalie Chanin along with Co-Director of Gray Bear Retreat Center, Nature intuitive Diann Fuller, for a transformative retreat at Gray Bear Lodge in Hohenwald, Tennessee. This immersive experience explores the synergy between creativity, nature, and craft in a serene and inspiring setting. Over several days, participants will delve into the art and connection of nature, creativity, and hand-sewing guided by Natalie Chanin’s expertise in sustainable design and thoughtful making. The meditative rhythm of working with threads will be complemented by an exploration of the creative process, offering insights and techniques to deepen an artistic practice. Amid the wooded surroundings of Gray Bear Lodge, nature becomes both a backdrop and a source of inspiration. Guided walks and reflective time outdoors will help ground your creativity and encourage a deeper connection to the world around you. Diann will lead daily yoga sessions designed to align body, mind, and spirit, creating a flow that enhances focus and supports your creative journey. Massage therapy and Watsu will also be available to deepen our experience. This retreat is an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with your artistic voice, and find inspiration in both the natural world and the craft of making. Whether you are an experienced artist or just beginning your creative journey, this retreat promises to leave you refreshed, inspired, and connected to the beauty of thoughtful creation. HOW TO SIGN UPPlease visit Gray Bear’s website for registration and more information.Registration: $1895 Price includes tuition, daily yoga class, all meals, shared lodging, and full use of facilities. Limited number of private cabins are available for upgrade; please inquire if interested. All balances are due upon registration. Space is consciously limited to prioritize a personalized experience. WHAT TO BRINGA project, kit, paper, fabrics and/or threads and sewing tools (scissors, needles, etc.) you love, comfortable clothing and walking shoes. A limited amount of organic cotton jersey scraps will be available for use. Additionally, some fabrics, threads, supplies, and kits will be available to purchase on-site.

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Join Natalie Chanin along with Co-Director of Gray Bear Retreat Center, Nature intuitive Diann Fuller, for a transformative retreat at Gray Bear Lodge in Hohenwald, Tennessee. This immersive experience explores the synergy between creativity, nature, and craft in a serene and inspiring setting.
Over several days, participants will delve into the art and connection of nature, creativity, and hand-sewing guided by Natalie Chanin’s expertise in sustainable design and thoughtful making. The meditative rhythm of working with threads will be complemented by an exploration of the creative process, offering insights and techniques to deepen an artistic practice.
Amid the wooded surroundings of Gray Bear Lodge, nature becomes both a backdrop and a source of inspiration. Guided walks and reflective time outdoors will help ground your creativity and encourage a deeper connection to the world around you. Diann will lead daily yoga sessions designed to align body, mind, and spirit, creating a flow that enhances focus and supports your creative journey. Massage therapy and Watsu will also be available to deepen our experience.
This retreat is an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with your artistic voice, and find inspiration in both the natural world and the craft of making. Whether you are an experienced artist or just beginning your creative journey, this retreat promises to leave you refreshed, inspired, and connected to the beauty of thoughtful creation.
 HOW TO SIGN UP <a href="https://graybear.org/CreativeProcessF25.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Please visit Gray Bear’s website for registration and more information</a>. Registration: $1895
Price includes tuition, daily yoga class, all meals, shared lodging, and full use of facilities. Limited number of private cabins are available for upgrade; please inquire if interested. All balances are due upon registration.
Space is consciously limited to prioritize a personalized experience.
 WHAT TO BRING A project, kit, paper, fabrics and/or threads and sewing tools (scissors, needles, etc.) you love, comfortable clothing and walking shoes. A limited amount of organic cotton jersey scraps will be available for use.
Additionally, some fabrics, threads, supplies, and kits will be available to purchase on-site.

Black and white photo of leaves and branches

A collage of images featuring forests, sewing supplies, fabric swatches, people doing yoga, and a portrait of Natalie Chanin.

The book Embroidery: Threads and Stories, shown open to chapters on Creative Process.

Hohenwald: Creative Process Workshop @ Gray Bear Lodge | October 29 - November 2, 2025

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Hohenwald: Creative Process Workshop @ Gray Bear Lodge | October 29 - November 2, 2025

Good Things Take Time