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an in-person, working retreat for stationers
the stationery intensive
the stationery intensive
for the stationer who is ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work!
Say no more, I’m in!
this was made for you
with Heather O'Brien
Well, first, let's cover what it IS NOT
- it is not a pre-recorded course or training
- it is not a conference where you take notes and then go home
- it is not entry level stationery basics
So, what is a stationery intensive exactly?
however, it is:
- an in-person, workshop style business retreat for stationers
- where you'll learn other stationers aren't your competition, they become your cohort, promise
- all inclusive (education, food and accommodations!)
This stationery intensive will be 3 full days of specific education AND implementation for your stationery business. You're not just here to take tons of notes and go home and attempt it on your own. This intensive, is just that -- an intense working retreat. Plus a little fun sprinkled in!
And it doesn't hurt to make some new friends along the way and get pampered, does it!? I didn't think so!
If this sounds like something that is right up your alley and you're interested in learning more, read on, friend!
We are here to learn AND get it done.
I remember the very first time I sat in a room with other stationery designers. It was February of 2014, and I was in awe. There was this whole new world of stationery designers that I was introduced to. There were people who truly understood what I was going through. It was no longer just me behind my computer screen. While that was many years ago, I have made lasting friendships in this community that mean the world to me and ever since, in-person events have held a special place in my heart.
I knew that when I started The Cultivated Creative in 2019 to share my love for education + stationery, that without a doubt, an in-person event would be in the cards. The last few years have been a challenge on that front with the world turned upside down, but I am so, so excited to welcome you with open arms to a new, in-person event, exclusively made for stationery designers.
As a stationery designer myself for the last 14 years and an educator for 5 of those, I can not wait to meet each and every one of you and help take your stationery business to the next level through heartfelt education + implementation.
Hi, I'm Heather!
Heather O'Brien Design & The Cultivated Creative
designer + founder + dreamer
Meet your stationery intensive host!
ready for an amazing experience?
here are all the details!
THE STATIONERY INTENSIVE
November 10-14, 2024
WHEN:
St. Augustine, Florida
WHERE:
ABOUT
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) or Orlando International Airport (MCO)
AIRPORT:
One Big AirBnB
LODGING:
travel details
2400 Yankee Clipper Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32218
1 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard
Orlando, Florida 32827
Our location will be approximately a one hour ride from JAX and 2 hours from MCO (Orlando usually has more flight choices/better prices). I suggest connecting with other attendees in our private Facebook group to carpool!
We will be staying together in a beautiful large AirBnB steps away from the ocean! Lodging is included in your ticket price.
With the nature of an intimate setting like an AirBnB, you may be in a shared room with other attendees. We're gonna get cozy and close!
Meet and greet Sunday night! A fun welcome party to get to know one another and kick off an amazing intensive!
WELCOME
I've got you! All meals (and snacks!) are included in the price of your ticket. Closer to the intensive, a form will be sent out for selections and any dietary restrictions.
MEALS
Your lodging for 4 nights is included in the price of your ticket, no need to book a hotel! While this is an intensive, I want it to be as stress free and enjoyable as possible!
LODGING
what's included
What's a retreat without headshots!? Doll up and get a complimentary headshot taken by the amazing Bri Cibene.
HEADSHOTS
A little play mingled in with work. Bring some of your favorite stationery suites to be styled alongside the talented Adair of Dairing Events and captured by Bri Cibene.
STYLING SESSION
Connect with other attendees before and after the intensive. I truly believe in fostering friendships in this industry. By the end of the intensive, you'll have made some new best friends!
CONNECTIONS
During our time together each attendee gets scheduled a private one-on-one session with Heather to talk or brainstorm on any topic of your choice to get help, feedback, or guidance.
The stationery retreats are focused around 5 major education sessions during our time together. You will also have time to implement what you are learning so you don't leave with overwhelm. Scroll down to see all of our education topics!
If you ask any of our past attendees, they'll tell you that gifting is my love language. What is a retreat with some *good* swag. Just be sure to leave some room in your luggage! ;)
EDUCATION
1-on-1 SESSION
SWAG (DUH!)
and you can't forget the education
what you'll take away
→ An amazing experience with other stationers just like you who are ready to uplevel their businesses. There’ll be plenty of time to ask questions, bounce ideas off the group, and time to actually implement what you're learning.
→ An open and honest pricing + profit education session so you can actually see where your money is coming from and where it is going to make sure you're running a profitable business + that you're charging your worth. Plus some of my exact formulas for working less and making more.
→ A full workflows strategy session. We will map out your specific workflow for your business and see how that can translate into a system to help automate your business with ease. Plus access to my exact templates I use to run my stationery business with ease using Trello and Dubsado.
→ A session on scaling your stationery business and what it looks like to open up additional revenue streams to help support you and your business as you grow + brainstorming YOUR new idea.
→ A fun stationery suite styling session + a round table discussion with one of Florida's luxury wedding planners on what it's like to work with planners as a stationery designer. Plus your suites + headshots will be photographed by a professional photographer!
→ A private one-on-one session with Heather during the retreat to discuss any topic of your choice to get guidance, feedback, and advice.
→ A full strategy session where we map out a 3-month action plan to hold you accountable for what you want to accomplish in your business after leaving the intensive!
I can’t wait to begin!
Sign me up!
Arrive in Florida & get ready to
dive deep into your business & make some new besties
"I learned so much, but didn't leave with a feeling of overwhelm because we mapped out our next year and how to implement these new strategies"
The Cultivated Creative Stationery Intensive is by far the best investment I've made in my business so far. I went into it with some goals and ideas of what I wanted to learn and walked away with so much clarity and direction for where I want my business to go moving forward. From the friendships made at the retreat to the lessons learned. I feel so confident that I will be able to increase my revenue while implementing the strategies I learned to make my business run with better systems and processes. Which will in turn lead to a business filled with ease and flexibility to live the a life that works for me and my family.
I loved the lessons on revenue streams, pricing for profit and workflows.
I learned so much, but didn't leave with a feeling of overwhelm because we mapped out our next year and how to implement these new strategies overtime because work/life balance is a very big part of how Heather teaches.
I would highly recommend this retreat and honestly anything that Heather does through the Cultivated Creative. She knows her stuff and makes it easy to learn and implement. I'm excited for the future of my business because of what I've learned from Heather.
allison | kindly delivered
check out some of our fun behind the scenes from our past retreats
still curious if this stationery intensive is right for you?
Stationery education is what I specialize in, see what some past attendees have to say about their experience at the stationery intensive
- Heather Cannon | HSR Graphics
I 100% recommend this intensive! The amount of work Heather puts into this week is nothing short of amazing. I attended the first one she hosted last year and it was a no brainer when I learned she was hosting another. Regardless of what it cost, I knew this was an investment I needed to make in my business. Heather thinks of everything so I didn’t have to, I had 3 solid days to focus on my business as well as take the lessons she taught and apply them to my business in real time. I went in with a specific goal in mind and I not only crushed it, I walked out with a solid 3 month plan. It’s hard to put into words how much I learned and the value I took away from attending both retreats but I will say this was definitely worth the investment and I will be back, put me on the yearly plan now!
- Brea Gilchrist | The Lettery Co.
The Stationery Intensive is the best investment I have made in my business. For me, the timing was perfect to reconnect to myself as a creative business owner...something that was getting lost in the chaos of parenthood, pandemic and all of the other elements of life. The opportunity to be fully present for three whole days with a group of like-minded stationers was invaluable. The balance of educational sessions and implementation time meant I could learn new things while also leaving with a sense of accomplishment. And the details! From delicious food to Heather's creative touches and sunrise walks on the beach, it was truly a retreat.
- Ashley Haglund | Ashley Elizabeth Designs
This retreat was a huge win for me, I feel like it was the missing link for my business. Not even solely in the education but just learning how everyone deals with certain things in their business. I just learned so much from being immersed a room with other stationers. I believe once I implement everything I left with on my to do list I will be on my way to where I have always dreamed I could be.
- Priscilla | Priscilla Basilio Design Studio
The Stationery Intensive was an incredible experience! I knew it was going to be an important step for my business but I had no idea HOW MUCH I would get out of it. Being surrounded by other stationers and being able to chat about our businesses was an experience I won’t get anywhere else. And then having Heather there to help you whenever you needed it was also amazing. Not to mention the educational sessions with Heather which were so insightful. I also really loved the session with Adair the planner and Bri the photographer. Honestly, if you’re thinking about going, DO IT! You will not regret it!
what past attendees are saying
$2,395
closed!
$599
shared room
only 12 spots available
the investment
$2,895
closed!
private room
“This sounds great, but I’ve got questions!”
Keep reading, I’ve got your answers!
frequently asked questions
If you choose to purchase a private room spot, you will have a room completely to yourself for privacy and a semi-private bathroom (only 4 of these spots available). If you choose to purchase a shared room, you will be sharing a full-size, double-bunk room and bathroom with 3 other attendees (only 8 of these spots available).
I am SO excited for you as you’re building your business! As much as I’d love to welcome you with open arms at the intensive, my goal is to ensure this really is the perfect fit for every person attending. This intensive would be best suited for stationers who have a good foundation with their business and are ready to streamline it and take it to the next level.
Yes! The amazing thing about this intensive is that it is small enough that we will focus on YOU and your goals! At this point in your business you are probably ready to expand and grow or have some amazing new revenue streams you’re ready to launch; let’s get those going!
Registration will be open until July 1, 2024 or until all 12 spots are filled.
If you haven’t deduced it yet, I love to spoil y’all! The only thing not included in your ticket price is your airfare and/or transportation. My goal is for this to be an all-inclusive experience so you don’t have to worry about lodging or any meals!
I recommend that you bring your laptop and charger, this is a working retreat after all! We will also have a stationery styling session, so you will need to bring one of your favorite suites and any pieces you want styled with it! During the day, we’ll be comfy while working, but will also have some fun dinners planned, think beach casual.
Unfortunately, due to the pre-planning that takes place. Tickets are non-refundable. There are only 12 spots available and I hope to see you fill one! If you have specific questions, please email me at hello@thecultivatedcreative.com.
frequently asked questions
Unfortunately, due to the pre-planning that takes place. Tickets are non-refundable. There are only 12 spots available and I hope to see you fill one! If you have specific questions, please email me at hello@thecultivatedcreative.com.
I recommend that you bring your laptop and charger, this is a working retreat after all! We will also have a stationery styling session, so you will need to bring some of your favorite suites and any pieces you want styled with it! During the day, we’ll be comfy while working, but will also have some fun dinners planned, think beach casual.
If you haven’t deduced it yet, I love to spoil y’all! The only thing not included in your ticket price is your airfare and/or transportation. My goal is for this to be an all-inclusive experience so you don’t have to worry about lodging or any meals!
Registration will be open until July 1, 2024 or until all 12 spots are filled.
Yes! The amazing thing about this intensive is that it is small enough that we will focus on YOU and your goals! At this point in your business you are probably ready to expand and grow or have some amazing new revenue streams you’re ready to launch; let’s get those going!
I am SO excited for you as you’re building your business! As much as I’d love to welcome you with open arms at the intensive, my goal is to ensure this really is the perfect fit for every person attending. This intensive would be best suited for stationers who have a good foundation with their business and are ready to streamline it and take it to the next level.
If you choose to purchase a private room spot, you will have a room completely to yourself for privacy and a semi-private bathroom (only 4 of these spots available). If you choose to purchase a shared room, you will be sharing a full-size, double-bunk room and bathroom with 3 other attendees (only 8 of these spots available).