Imagine what it will feel like when you can pick up a cone and create your very own signature henna designs, no sweat.
Imagine how it will feel when you can sit with a client and create a fresh, new, and flawless henna design for them straight from your mind’s eye — something that’s so unique and exceptional that your clients simply can’t find anywhere else.
Maybe you wake up to new Instagram notifications from someone tagging you with credit because obviously that original piece was yours — it’s just so recognizably you. 💁🏽♀️
Around lunchtime, you get a text from a new client saying that she’s received so many compliments on your designs already, and she’d like to book her next session with you — do you have any availability on Thursday? 🎉
Later that day, as you wrap up yet another successful henna party, the host approaches you raving about how impressive it is that you could create customs pieces for each of her guests, as she shoves a generous tip into your hand in gratitude. 💰
You’re basically killing it. 💪🏽
Your henna designs are so well defined, your repertoire is so dang varied, and your composition skills are so seamless that your clients can’t help but to love you, and they’re coming back to you and only you every time they need a henna fix.
you’re ready to master your own signature henna design style, but you’ve got lots of questions!
“How do I even know where to start when it comes to building my own designs?”
“it’s so hard to know what elements and motifs will even go well together in a design.”
“I want to create my own designs, but what happens if no one likes them?”
I get it. I’ve been there, and I know just how hard it can be to create designs without a reference for guidance or inspiration.
as frustrating as design composition might be for you right now, let's get a couple of things straight:
The challenge is not that you're a less than talented artist. You are very capable of designing beautiful pieces!
Not all practice is created equal. If you're doodling the same ol' things - you're always going to create those same ol' things for your clients, too.
You do not have to be a sixty-bajillion year henna veteran to crack the code to design composition.
It's totally fine that you're not Insta-famous. You can still craft pieces that will set you apart from everyone else in your market.
I know how intimidating it can be to feel unsure about what you’re going to do next when your clients are trusting you to create something beautiful.
There’s a lot on the line. If you don’t nail that design, it can mean losing your client’s trust, receiving bad reviews, suffering a bruised confidence, and the shame of being known as the henna artist who created that mess.
Honestly? Those are some high stakes for a learning curve. Without guidance and supportive instruction, it might seem easier to just keep copying that other artist over there... Yeahhhh, you know the one. 🙃
The design lab is the henna intensive you’ve been waiting for to level up your skills.
with a collection of in-depth, curated design classes to build your henna skill set, the design lab prepares you to work with clients more confidently — creating stunning designs that wow them every single time.
created For the henna artist who is ready to unlock their artistic potential + own their own creativity
Aren't you tired of the uncertainty that comes with creating henna designs on the fly?
I mean… it's a lot of work to map and plan out every single design just to avoid the horrifying moment when your mind goes blank and suddenly, your design loses its flow.
Does any of this sound familiar?
“When I try to practice henna, I find myself wasting time. I don’t even know what I should be working on...”
“I feel like if I had more structure in my practice, I’d see more improvement in my work.”
“My henna practice time feels ineffective because once I’m interrupted, it’s hard for me to remember what I was doing.”
“I feel really limited in my art right now. I’m constantly using the same design elements.”
“I desperately want to try something new in my henna designs, but I just don’t know where to start.”
“How do other artists even know how to incorporate new concepts while keeping their designs cohesive?”
“When my clients ask me to ‘just do whatever I want,’ I honestly kinda just wish the earth would swallow me whole.”
“I feel a lot of anxiety when I’m put on the spot to create original designs.”
“I freeze up every time I need to create from scratch — it’s like everything I know goes out the window. It’s so embarrassing!”
(Wondering how i read your mind?
It’s not just you.
Lots of my students started off saying things just like this!)
so, What if i told you that you could...
…see results from your practice?
...create flawless designs effortlessly?
...amaze your clients with your creative mastery?
...never lose your way in the middle of building a henna design again?
...feel confident creating one-of-a-kind pieces for each and every client you serve?
...be recognized for your work - not because of your watermark, but because of your uniqueness?
(...need I go on?)
THE GOOD NEWS IS:
YOU CAN HAVE ALL OF THOSE THINGS.
You can discover your signature style, achieve new heights with your henna designing skills, and be the artist who you've always dreamt of being.
You just need a little direction.
And, baby, I've got you covered. 😘
“I am in LOVE with this concept!!!! You have no idea how much I’m learning!
- Mamta R.
the design lab is perfect for you if…
You’re ready to expand your design repertoire to really wow your clients and give them fresh reasons to book with you
You want to improve your henna skills, but you know your practice sessions need more structure
You’re tired of copying those artists on Instagram — it’s time for you to give the world the gift of your own original art
You know that you’ve got a ton of creative potential, but you need help really tapping into it
You want to challenge yourself to grow beyond the current design comfort zone
You’re looking for a flexible option for learning henna design techniques
You enjoy trying new things, and are open to learning both traditional and contemporary design concepts
You want to maximize your valuable, limited time while still moving forward in your henna journey
…and you can work inside of the design lab from home,
from anywhere in the world, and on your own schedule
❌ No need for expensive airfare + accommodations
❌ No need for inconvenient travel arrangements
❌ No need to take time off work and away from clients
❌ No need to leave your life + loved ones for a weekend
❌ No need for awkward small talk with randos between classes (#introvertprobs)
You can work through the classes in The Design Lab from the comfort of your couch, kitchen table, or wherever you have an internet connection!
The Design Lab is completely online so you can access it from anywhere through your student portal. And you'll never miss a beat: you can go at your own pace and work through the lessons on your schedule.
No longer do you have to compromise your time, comfort, or finances for a one-and-done henna learning experience.
(…and forget about trying to retain all of that information you jammed into your mind over a period of 48 hours at that ‘con — with The Design Lab as your secret weapon, you can revisit class content and refresh your learning as many times as you wish! 😉)
“I've been to multiple henna conferences — I mean the big ones that everyone talks about — and The Design Lab is so much better than any of them! It's perfect for people who can't travel for things like that, and every class provides so much detail. There's nothing like it, and it's amazing!”
- Christine N.
BUILD YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE,
ONE CLASS AT A TIME
Each module inside of The Design Lab follows a tried-and-true structured curriculum, designed to build your skills step-by-step as you progress through class content.
what makes the design lab different
What’s inside and how it works to take you from being a reluctant artist to a confident henna designer
the design lab: structure
what you get with each class
here’s what to expect from class presentation:
In-Depth, Comprehensive Instruction detailing how to best master specific elements, motifs, regional styles, or design techniques
Downloadable Student Workbooks designed to guide you as you work through the class content
Ready-to-Use Design Templates for you to use with your clients featuring the concepts learned in class
Design Prompts to challenge you through the design composition process in new ways
Complete Behind-the-Scenes Instruction as I walk you through the design composition process using the elements featured in class on a real client
Access to Private Class Forum where you can share your work for support and feedback from your colleagues inside of The Lab.
the design lab: method
Our philosophy on learning
The Design Lab was built on three fundamental values:
Practice
The truth is that if you hope to improve in your henna designing skills, you will need to dedicate time to regular practice. Each class provides you with guided instruction on what to practice and when in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step way.
mastery
You’re encouraged to take your time in each class — visiting and revisiting it often — until you’ve mastered the concepts presented inside. Through repeat execution, you’ll build familiarity with the concepts and master the muscle memory to use them in your own designs.
innovation
Once you’ve mastered the concepts in class, you’re ready to incorporate them into your signature style. At the end of each class, you’ll be prompted to create your own piece using what you’ve learned. It’s here that you begin to define your own unique design style!
the design lab: curriculum
complete class breakdown
Upon registering, you’ll receive immediate access to the following classes:
Advanced Grid Fills
Creating Lace with Henna
Infinity Edge Technique
Khaleeji (Gulf) Florals
Moroccan Party Pieces
Peacock Motifs
Sudanese Style Motifs
Sangeet Strip Composition
Lotus Motifs
Henna Calligraphy
Floral-Free Designs
Jewelry-Inspired Henna
Class content is delivered in convenient, bite-sized lessons so that you can focus on a single technique at a time. Each class averages approximately 2 hours of instruction plus a behind-the-scenes, real-time demonstration of the class concepts applied on a real client of my own.
by the way…
your enrollment in the design lab also includes these bonus trainings
Foundations of Design
Master the essential building blocks of henna designing in this comprehensive class highlighting the how-to's of design. Learn the key elements that all henna artists must know in order to serve clients.
Working with Clients 101
Take your learning from practice to paid clients with a complete class on how to prepare for client work, the etiquettes of henna application, the must-have gear that every henna artist needs, and more.
Join The Design Lab!
Receive instant access to the full design lab curriculum including:
In-Depth Video Instruction
Downloadable Student Workbooks
Ready-to-Use Design Templates
Design Prompts to Challenge Your Growth
Behind-the-Scenes Real-Time Demos with a Real Client
Access to a Private Class Forum
BONUS: Foundations of Design
BONUS: Working with Clients 101
Most Flexible
6 Monthly Payments of $199
Easy & Affordable!
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Single Investment of $997
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“These tutorials with you explaining in the background is everything i signed up for! Thank you!”
- Christie B.
CREATE LIKE THE PROS
Create beautiful designs, impress your clients, and develop your own signature style using the creative inspiration and guidance provided in The Design Lab.
IT'S TIME YOU TOOK YOUR HENNA SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL. what are you waiting for?
There has never been a better time to start developing your signature style.
Starting now allows you to:
Establish yourself as a standout artist in your market
Turn your clients into raving, loyal fans who come back regularly
Keep your designs fresh, unique, and exciting
Increase your bookings as you can serve more varied client requests
Bottom Line? 🔮
If you wait, you’ll be in the same place you are now — drooling over someone else’s work, wishing you could get off of the hamster wheel of the same three motifs, and boring your clients in the process. Basically, in six months from now, you’ll be wishing you’d started today!
how to know if you’re ready for the design lab
✅ You’ve mastered henna paste preparation
✅ You’re dedicated to the use of fresh, natural henna exclusively for yourself and your clients
✅ You’re ready to take your henna designing skills up a notch
✅ You understand that learning unconventional design concepts can inspire fresh insight and technical skill
✅ You’re willing to put in regular practice to see radical improvements in your designing
you’re not ready for the design lab if:
❌ You don’t know how to prepare fresh, natural henna paste
❌ You’re still using chemical cones or “Black Henna” on yourself and/or on others
❌ You feel like you’ve got henna designing down — there’s nothing left for you to learn
❌ You aren’t open to the idea of learning alternative or non-traditional design concepts
❌ You want the results, but believe that improvement should happen by way of osmosis 🙄
Let’s get to work, babe! 🌿🙌🏽
Receive instant access to the full design lab curriculum including:
In-Depth Video Instruction
Downloadable Student Workbooks
Ready-to-Use Design Templates
Design Prompts to Challenge Your Growth
Behind-the-Scenes Real-Time Demos with a Real Client
Access to a Private Class Forum
BONUS: Foundations of Design
BONUS: Working with Clients 101
Most Flexible
6 Monthly Payments of $199
Easy & Affordable!
Most Popular
Single Investment of $997
Save $197 When You Pay in Full
Heyyyyy Babe!
I'm Chelsea. I’m a professional henna artist and business strategist. I teach both budding and seasoned henna artists how to take henna from hobby to side hustle to full fledged business.
I started my journey with henna on a whim, with no experience, and literally from one day to the next I launched the side hustle that bloomed into the business of my dreams. It certainly didn't start that way, though! I made a lot of mistakes along the way.
I went from the girl who could barely piece together a fluid design to being my city's most celebrated henna artist and a featured instructor at a number of the most well known henna conferences on the planet. (I mean - what?! #mamawemadeit)
I'm the living proof that you can start from ground zero and find yourself soaring within no time.
I'm passionate about empowering women with a skill set that they love and the means to harness it to benefit their bank accounts.
If you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing - making beautiful art and collecting twenties by the handful - you’re going to love what I’ve got in store. I’m looking forward to seeing you on the inside of the course!
xo, Chelsea
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive access to the classes, practice sheets, and design templates?
You’ll receive access to all class content upon registering to The Design Lab, and can begin working right away!
How long do I have access to the course?
Once you’ve purchased The Design Lab, you’ll be able to enjoy access for a complete 12 months — plenty of time for you to work through the content! Simply log in to your student portal, and you’ll be able to work through all of the content on your time and at your pace.
Can I just purchase the design templates to use with my clients?
Unfortunately, no. The design templates are exclusively available to members of The Design Lab.
How should I respond if someone asks me if I created the henna designs that I've learned in the Design Lab?
Be honest! Let them know that you were inspired by a design that was featured in The Design Lab, and that the work is your own.
Do I need to give original design credit to Chelsea or Hennapreneur when I use the provided design templates?
Nope! The ready-to-use design templates are yours to use as you wish! You're welcome to use the designs as they are or you can choose to customize them to make them your own. These are intended to provide you with design options to share with your clients - making it easy for you to create pieces that you're confident designing.
Will I have access to Chelsea inside of The Design Lab?
While 1:1 personal instruction is not included with your registration, Chelsea regularly pops into The Design Lab to check student work and to provide feedback.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
Our desire is for you to invest in your business in the ways that will best support your goals, and we're dedicated to providing the highest quality educational resources available. However, due to the fact that the proprietary digital files become immediately available to you upon registration, there is a no refund policy for The Design Lab. Please read the description carefully to determine if this course is a good fit for you prior to purchasing.
