Saturday Workshops

We have so many fantastic options to choose from, and all of our Saturday workshops are part of the conference experience and included in your ticket cost. Pre-registration is required.

Fountain Pen Fun: Try It, Love It, Ink It

Led by: Harmony Johnson, "Joyletters"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

This beginner-friendly workshop will introduce you to the world of fountain pens: covering pen anatomy, nib styles, inks, and paper types. We'll walk through the basics, including hands-on practice with filling and writing techniques. Then, you'll have time to explore at dedicated pen & ink testing stations to find what fits your writing style best.

Sponsored by: Blick Art Materials

From Film to Finish: UV DTF for Creatives

Led by: Ivy Pe, "Ivy Pink Made"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

You'll learn what makes this peel and stick method so unique, how to prep your surfaces like a pro, and tips to get that flawless, glossy finish. Whether you're new to crafting or looking to try something fresh, this session is packed with creativity, shine, and good vibes! Attendees will be creating a UV DTF Glitter bookmark and custom tumbler applying techniques learned. 

Sponsored by: Orelet Print

Washi Art: Rip It, Snip It, Stick It

Led By: Bess Couture, "Lights Planner Action"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

Learn three progressive techniques for creating art with washi tape! You’ll start with basic layering, explore pattern-based design, and finish with detailed fussy cutting.

You’ll get a custom LPA washi workbook, cutting tools, and a 5x7 dash card to turn your creation into a frame-worthy masterpiece. Whether you're a washi newbie or a seasoned tape-slayer, this workshop will help you make art out of adhesive. 

Sponsored By: Lights Planner Action

Journaling for Mental Wellness with Archer & Olive

Led by: Hayley Remde & Natasha Miller, "Archer & Olive"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

Discover how you can optimize your current planning system to support your mental wellness in simple, meaningful ways. In this workshop, we’ll explore different styles of planning and journaling you can incorporate into daily life, no matter your routine or experience level. Whether it’s capturing small moments or jotting down quick thoughts, you’ll learn approachable techniques that help bring clarity, calm, and creativity into your day.

Sponsored By: Archer & Olive

Envelope Art is for Everyone

Led By: Jillian Schoettle, "Jillian Kaye Art"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

Envelope art is an excellent way to use your art supplies while sending something truly special to someone you love! In this workshop, we’ll explore simple yet creative techniques to elevate your envelopes, using coordinated details and beautiful materials that make your mail feel extra special. Attendees will receive everything they need to create envelope art, including helpful tips on mailing their creations and unique items to include with their letters.

Sponsored by: Sakura

Coloring with Purpose

Led by: Andrea Ballo, "CocoMichele Illustrations"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

This hands-on workshop is designed for creatives of all levels and will guide you through every step of the coloring process from material selection to final touches. Together, we’ll explore a variety of coloring tools and materials, including markers, colored pencils, and blending techniques. You’ll receive your own coloring book and marker kit, which we’ll use throughout the session, so you can continue your practice at home. You’ll learn coloring techniques and color palette planning while mastering depth and texture. This workshop is not just about technique, it’s about developing your own artistic voice and enjoying the creative process.

Sponsored By: CocoMichele Illustrations

Squeegee Lettering Lab: A Mixed-Media Symphony

Led by: Natalie Keller Pariano, "Natterdoodle"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

In this playful workshop, you'll discover the art of squeegee painting using everyday craft tools, creating vibrant and abstract masterpieces. But that's not all! Natalie will also sprinkle in some of her hand lettering charm, showing you how to add delightful phrases and quotes to your canvas creations. It's a symphony of creativity that'll leave you with a unique artwork that's as much fun to make as it is to admire! 

Zen Through Pen

Led by: Jenny Lee, "Meditative Doodles"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

The “Zen through Pen” workshop guides attendees through relaxing line exercises and mindful doodling techniques inspired by zentangle, helping foster creativity and inner calm. The session begins with simple line practice to warm up, then moves into creating accessible, meditative doodle art.

Attendees learn how these designs can enhance personal planners or journals while emphasizing an enjoyable, stress-free approach. Attendees will leave with approachable techniques and plenty of inspo to keep the zen going long after the workshop ends. 

Sponsored By: Pentel

Content Creation That Feels Simple, Sustainable & Actually You

Led by: Tatiana Forbes

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 1: 1:30PM - 2:45PM

If you’ve ever sat on a great idea because it wasn’t “perfect” yet, this session is for you. Whether you’re a creative, a side hustler, or someone who’s simply ready to stop playing small online, this workshop will help you finally hit “post”. Content creator and community builder Tatiana Forbes will share how she turned everyday moments into a personal brand, built real connection through storytelling, and grew her online presence all without burning out or overproducing. You’ll leave with practical tools to grow your visibility, simplify your content process, and show up more fully as you—one post at a time. 

Peace in the Pieces: A Journey to Your Ideal Planner

Led by: Bess Couture, "Lights Planner Action"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Tired of planner chaos? Let’s build your perfect setup—piece by piece. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of planner systems (rings, strings, discs, and coils), paper sizes, and layout options.

You’ll gain clarity on how to build a planner that actually fits your lifestyle, using mix-and-match strategies for formats, bindings, and inserts. Plus, you’ll get helpful reference tools like a size guide, sample dashcards, and a build-your-own checklist to take the guesswork out of future planning decisions.

Sponsored By: Lights Planner Action

Messy Fun Remix: Turning Ephemera Into Stickers with Style

Led By: Allison Zures, "The Coffeenated Creative"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Get ready for a vibrant, hands-on workshop! We’ll dive into creating quick-drying watercolor backgrounds and collage pages. Using a wide array of creative supplies, attendees will take part in a timed “creative sprint” to make playful ephemera without focusing on the final product. You’ll then turn those pieces into “anything” stickers. 

Simple Doodles and Letters for Your Planner

Led By: Barbara Haeger

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Looking to add a little flair to your planner pages? In this hands-on session, you'll learn easy line drawings for seasonal and everyday doodles—perfect for adding personality to your layouts. We’ll walk through how to add color and shadows to make your doodles pop, and you’ll also learn simple lettering styles that bring a playful touch to your planning. Whether you’re just getting started or want to freshen up your skills, this workshop is a great way to get creative and have some fun with your planner! 

Sponsored by: Marvy Uchida

Your Planning Routine... Simplified

Led by: Kristen Vanhorn

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Streamline your weekly planning routine using the tools you already have -- your paper planner, digital calendar, and task manager. You'll be led through the planning method that helps busy creatives stay focused, organized, and in control without spending hours toggling between apps or rewriting the same to-do list three times. This session will help you bridge the gap between paper and digital so you can actually stick to your plan. 

Junk Journaling Joy: Memory Keeping for All Levels

Led By: Kalli Levasseur, "Cool Kids Craft Club"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Get ready to turn your everyday scraps into something beautiful through the colorful, creative world of junk journaling: a no-rules way to document little moments using paper scraps, stickers, ephemera, and imagination.

You’ll receive a scavenger hunt list of “junk” to collect (think: a coffee sleeve from the morning rush, a plane ticket to the conference, etc.) Learn mix of techniques, from paper tearing tricks to washi tape hacks, and how to incorporate everyday materials into your journals in a fun, functional way. 

Brushes of Fall: A Watercolor Workshop

Led by: Mayo Moreno, "Safari of ideas"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Join Mayo for a joyful watercolor experience where you’ll paint whimsical autumn trees and cozy little houses, using vibrant colors, flowing brushstrokes, and playful textures. In this workshop, the focus isn’t on perfection, it’s on enjoying the process, letting go of expectations, and allowing your emotions to flow freely through your brush.

Make Your Mark: Acrylic Art Beyond Paper

Led By: Taryn Dunbar, "Wonderfully Made HandCrafting"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

In this hands-on workshop, led by Taryn and proudly sponsored by Edding, we’ll discover the versatility of Edding Acrylic Markers across a variety of surfaces. Attendees will create a series of projects, including clear acrylic clipboards, tote bags, and textured canvas postcards. Personalize a reusable dry-erase to-do list, design your own custom tote, and create art you can mail or display. Get inspired, get creative, and most of all—make your mark!

Sponsored By: edding

Creative Chaos: Experimental Lettering for Standout Pages

Led by: Emily Solis, "Mint Script Co."

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Learn how to take your lettering beyond the basics by exploring mixed- media techniques with brush pens, water brush pens, and ink pens. You start with guided practice, then experiment with layering and color to bring your pages to life. By the end, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind journal page or planner insert to take home. This workshop is perfect for anyone ready to loosen up, play, and make their planner or journal truly stand out.

Sponsored By: Zebra

Plan for Peace: A Journal to Nourish Mental & Emotional Health

Led By: Heather Kell, "Kellofaplan" & Holly Rohring LPC

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Session 2: 3:15PM - 4:30PM

Join Heather Kell, founder of Kellofaplan, and her twin sister Holly Rohring, LPC for an interactive, hope-filled deep dive into their brand-new Mental Health Journal. Blending therapeutic insight with practical planner know-how, this session shows you exactly how to weave mental-wellness practices into the planning routines you already love.

Sponsored By: Kellofaplan

Paid Workshops

We have two fantastic Paid Workshops available this year for you to choose!
Please note: There is an additional fee for these workshops.
Pre-Registration is required.

Map Your Memories: A Travel Journaling Workshop

Led By: Shannon Morgan, "Esterbrook"

Friday, November 7, 2025 • 7:00PM - 8:30PM

We're thrilled to introduce Esterbrook’s new Travel Journaling Workshop - a creative journey you can embark on from anywhere! Inside, you’ll find everything you need to start documenting your adventures. Join Shannon Morgan in a workshop that allows you to creatively document your adventures. Attendees will learn layout ideas, layering techniques, and storytelling prompts to bring their travel memories to life on the page.

Sponsored By: Esterbrook

Keep It Simple... But Make It Sparkle

Led By: Tisa Jackson, "This Is Tisa"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • 7:30PM - 9:00PM

Join Tisa Jackson for a beginner friendly bling workshop. In this blinged-out workshop, we’re taking the Keep it Simple theme and adding just the right amount of sparkle. You’ll transform a black tote into a fabulous, eye-catching accessory.

Sponsored By: This Is Tisa