Step into a day of creativity, soulful expression, and heartfelt connection at the Healing Hive.

Join us for Paper, Ink & Soul — A Joyful Creative Retreat, a multi-media creative experience guided by Indian-American artist, published author, and lifelong Montessori educator, Jameela Alter. Inspired by a life journey across India, England, Africa, and the Middle East, Jameela brings warmth, gratitude, and playful curiosity into every creative space she holds.

Through simple and beautiful techniques — paper folding, creating with napkins, stamping, and explorations with alcohol inks and mixed-media materials — participants will transform everyday elements into handmade cards, angels, bookmarks, paper baskets, and seasonal decorations infused with personal meaning and joy.

This nurturing program supports stress relief, self-care and meaningful connection — inviting you to slow down, create with intention, and rediscover the quiet nourishment of making with your hands in community.

✨ Adults-only creative retreat
✨ Everything you create becomes a keepsake to take home or gift with love
✨ All materials are lovingly provided
✨ Tea, water, and healthy snacks will be available throughout the retreat
✨ Please bring your own meal for our mindful lunch break
✨ No prior crafting experience needed — just curiosity, kindness, and a willingness to play

🌸 Intentionally intimate; limited to 10 participants.

Pay What You Can: suggested $15–35 per person
Your generosity helps sustain our social healing work and makes it accessible to all. Unable to pay? Show up as you are and join us anyway for a beautiful day of self-care and soulful making.

Registration: Please register online if you can, or call/text Marga at 828-424-1398.

Paper, Ink & Soul — A Joyful Creative Retreat with Jameela Alter

Step into a day of creativity, soulful expression, and heartfelt connection.