The Art of Stillness - a day of mindful crafting and yoga

🌿 The Art of Stillness: A Yoga, Meditation & Mindful Crafting Retreat

The Art of Stillness is a 5-hour immersive winter workshop designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and ground yourself through movement, creativity and sensory nourishment. This peaceful retreat weaves together gentle yoga, guided meditation, mindful art, natural crafting and aromatherapy—all supported by comforting nibbles and tea throughout the session. Step into a calming space where you can breathe deeply, create with intention, and explore the quiet within. No experience is needed; simply come as you are.

✨ What to Expect

• A gentle opening meditation to arrive and settle
• A full, guided yoga class suitable for all levels
• A sensory aromatherapy moment to soothe and ground
• A mindful art and natural crafting workshop using beautiful natural materials
• A soothing mini sound bath to close the experience
• Nibbles, tea and relaxation breaks woven through the afternoon

🌿 What You’ll Take Away

• A handmade crafted piece from the mindful art workshop
• A complete yoga practice for body and breath
• Grounding meditation techniques you can use anytime
• The calming experience of a mini sound bath
• Nourishing nibbles and tea enjoyed during the retreat

🧺 What You Will Need to Bring

• A yoga mat (limited mats will be available, so please bring your own if you have one)
• A water bottle
• Warm clothes or a cosy blanket for meditation and relaxation

Food & Lunch Recommendation: We recommend eating lunch beforehand, as only light nibbles will be provided during the workshop.

Medical Form: After purchasing your ticket, you will receive a short medical and wellbeing form via email. Please complete this before the event to ensure a safe and comfortable experience.

📅 Event Details

Date: Sunday 18th January 2026
Time: 12pm–5pm (5 hours)
Location: Jacksons Lane Art Centre, 269A Archway Rd, London N6 5SS, Studio 5
Price: £50 + VAT per person

💛 Who This Workshop Is For

This retreat is perfect for anyone longing to pause, reconnect and create in a nurturing, winter-warm environment. Whether you’re new to yoga and crafting or more experienced, The Art of Stillness offers a calm space to slow down and return to yourself.

🧘‍♀️ About Your Hosts

Meg and Laura are collaborating to bring you a unique blend of mindful arts and yoga. Laura is a workshop facilitator with a background in textile design and mindful arts. She runs Crafting Conversations, encouraging self-expression and grounding through various art and textile-based techniques. Meg is a fully qualified yoga teacher, teaching both in-person and online classes. She is a passionate vinyasa teacher who believes in the transformative power of yoga for everyone, blending traditional yoga practices with wellness techniques to leave you feeling calm, restored, and balanced. She ensures that each class is accessible for students of all levels. Together, Meg and Laura are excited to welcome you and provide a grounding, memorable experience through The Art of Stillness.