All Inclusive 5-day Creative Retreat
Awaken the Dreamweaver: Rediscover Your Vision & Joy in Midlife
April 21-25, 2025 | Texas Hill Country
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“I went in feeling lost, and I came out with a new sense of direction and purpose. Leslie and Minette hold such a beautiful space for self-discovery.” – Joanna
This is more than a retreat; it’s a place to remember who you are and all that you still wish to become.
Imagine a place where time slows down, where the Texas Hill Country's rugged beauty opens up like a canvas, and where a group of extraordinary women come together to reclaim joy, vision, and purpose. This is Awaken the Dreamweaver—a retreat for women in midlife, designed to spark transformation, creativity, and profound self-discovery.
This is a journey back to yourself. For five days and four nights, we invite you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the dreams you may have set aside. In a nurturing environment, surrounded by like-minded women, you will rekindle your wild joy, rediscover the dreams that call you, and bring them to life through intuitive and deeply enriching creative practices.
Awaken the Dreamweaver is for women in midlife, who are ready to reconnect with their inner selves and embrace a new chapter. This retreat welcomes those who:
Long to Reconnect with Joy and Adventure: You want to rekindle your wild joy, open to the possibility of magic, curiosity, and delight as you step into what’s next.
Feel Drawn to Creative Exploration: You enjoy exploring new or familiar practices that encourage authentic self-expression and deep play.
Seek a Fresh Perspective: You may feel at a crossroads, wondering what’s next. You’re eager to explore new directions that align with your dreams.
Crave Connection and Community: You value meaningful conversations and shared experiences with other women like you.
Desire a Slower Pace: You’re ready to savor a nurturing environment where you can simply be—free to rest, reflect, and be supported.
Value Self-Reflection and Transformation: You’re someone who appreciates the power of deep reflection, inner work, and the beauty of tending to your dreams.
If this resonates, then Awaken the Dreamweaver is calling to you. Come join us in this field of dreams: a space to rediscover, reconnect, and reclaim all that’s waiting for you.
Create your 3-dimensional mixed media Dreamweaver...
What Awaits You at Awaken the Dreamweaver
In the heart of Texas Hill Country, our retreat location exudes rustic charm and comfort—a landscape that feels both expansive and intimate. Here, in our main house and smaller cottages, you’ll find spaces for privacy and connection. Imagine mornings on the porch with a cup of coffee, a pool to dip into, and a whimsical art barn brimming with supplies ready to bring your dreams to life.
This retreat is spacious by design—an invitation to breathe deeply, explore, and tend to your inner self. Activities are crafted to help you rediscover and cultivate the parts of yourself that yearn for expression.
Daily Highlights:
Spirit Doll Creation: Craft a spirit doll as a symbolic representation of your “inner dreamweaver,” honoring your journey and setting your vision in motion.
Dreamscape Visualization: Through art and guided reflection, create a dreamscape—a visual, tangible map of your dreams and future vision.
Journaling & Reflection: Engage with prompts that inspire clarity and focus, allowing you to distill your insights and intentions.
Free Afternoon Exploration: Spend time in nearby towns—Gruene, Wimberley, and New Braunfels—where the charm of Texas Hill Country invites curiosity, adventure, and connection.
Fire Pit Gatherings: Share stories, insights, and laughter with kindred spirits as the stars come out.
What others have to say...
"This retreat created a safe, expansive and compassionate container to open and bloom in new ways. It's like an adventure of being locked in an art supply store and getting to play in every fun way my imagination takes me. How fun to transform as the side effect of creating and playing."
- Annette
"Thank you for creating such a safe and supportive space for us to explore and heal individually and together. Each of activities offered it's own invitation to go deeper. I felt held equally in my forward steps and my mis-steps. Through this retreat I embraced old wounds and re-purposed the elements for a joy-filled future." - Karen Joy
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN AWAKEN THE DREAMWEAVER RETREAT:
Nourishment for Your Body and Soul
Enjoy nutritious and delicious meals prepared to satisfy and energize, plus snacks, tea, and coffee available throughout. With the exception of one evening meal on your own, all your dining needs are taken care of. Includes 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, snacks, and refreshments. Dietary needs or concerns? No worries, we got you covered!
All art and creative supplies are provided.
Welcome gifts and small surprises along the way.
Accommodations & Pricing
4 nights, 5 days lodging in the Texas Hill Country. We offer 3 different priced room options to suit your preferences. Each room is designed with comfort in mind, blending the charm of a Texas Hill Country cottage with the tranquility of a retreat space.
Early bird pricing good before January 31st ranges from $2500 for shared accommodations to $3100 for your own private suite. Email Minette@minetteriordan.com if you'd like to pay in 2 installments.
*See order form for details pricing and room choices.
This event is limited to 12 women. Save your space today.
Here's where we will be staying...
Immerse yourself in the charm of Texas Hill Country at a thoughtfully curated estate nestled just across the Guadalupe River from historic Gruene. Spanning 3 tranquil acres of Texas limestone and ancient oaks, this upscale retreat boasts 5,000 sq. ft. of inviting living space, including a main house, a cozy bunkhouse, and a charming guest suite.
Let your creativity and relaxation soar with unique features like a whimsical art barn, outdoor dining spaces, porches with rocking chairs, a heated pool, hot tub, and a cozy fire pit. This is more than a stay—it's a haven of inspiration and rejuvenation in the heart of Hill Country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I'm not creative?
Then you are in the right place to rediscover that yes you are creative! No special skills or previous art experience needed. Leslie and Minette believe that we are all creative. This is about the journey and we will guide you step by step through the process.
What is included with my registration?
With the exception of one evening meal on your own, all your dining needs are taken care of as well accommodations. Includes 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, snacks, and refreshments. Dietary needs or concerns? No worries, we got you covered! We will send a survey before the event. All art and creative supplies are provided. You get to choose the accommodation that's right for you. For answers to questions about accommodations please email Leslie at ltyprin@gmail.com
Where is the retreat located?
The retreat is located near New Braunfels, Texas. You can fly into either San Antonio or Austin airports.
Please note: flights and transportation to the retreat center not included.
What is your cancellation policy?
Please make sure the dates of this event work for you. We are not able to offer any refunds once you have registered.
What is the weather like in Texas in April?
This is the best time of year to visit Texas. The wildflowers will be blooming and everything will be green. Temperatures will likely be in the 70s and 80s.
If you have any additional questions please feel free to reach out to either Minette at minetteriordan@gmail.com or Leslie at ltyprin@gmail.com.
Meet your guides for the retreat
Leslie Typrin
A vibrant, self-taught mixed-media artist, Leslie uses collage and assemblage to weave together worlds of whimsy and meaning. Her art embodies the joy of self-expression and the journey of self-discovery. Leslie’s heart is in guiding others through creative exploration, especially in midlife—a time ripe for transformation.
Dr. Minette Riordan
An adventurer and rebel with a deep love for expressive arts, Minette believes in stepping bravely into new challenges. A passionate teacher and seeker, Minette finds joy in guiding others to tap into their vision and passion through art and self-reflection. With three decades of experience leading groups, she brings depth, warmth, and wisdom to every gathering.
"I am steeped in immense gratitude for the depth and richness of the experience. From the moment we began this 4 and 1/2 day retreat, we traveled in a liminal space of radical acceptance, profound insight, and heartfelt generosity. We were surrounded by the saturated colors of the sacred space created to contain and support our creative unfolding. Delicious food, the company of wise women, the natural environment we spent time in, the abundance of diverse materials and gentle, loving guidance were food for my Soul. The theme delighted and inspired me with well orchestrated and thoughtful stepping stones along the path end with the sacred sharing of our creations on our last morning together. Leslie and Minette are masterful Magicians who took me on an enchanted journey that I will forever cherish."- Tamara Brody
Artist credit: KatePrintableArt on Etsy
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