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Welcome to our Happy Place
Home for those who LOVE to make and create
from £150.00
In StockIn StockOut of stockDouble Room £755
Single Room £690
Twin Room £660 (per person)
I am beyond excited to let you know about our fabulous new retreat where you will be able to learn how to re-create your favourite item/s without having to take them all apart, and spend a day really getting to know all that your overlocker can do, giving you the confidence to creat professionally finished garments everytime.
We all have clothes in our wardrobe that we wear out because we love them so very much..this retreat will give you the chance to learn how to easily create patterns from your beloved garments and recreate them with a fresh new look. Perfect for keeping your favourite pieces alive and for creating unique, personalised clothing.
Do you have an overlocker at home that you barely use, are scared of, dread to thread or only use to finish seams? This retreat is for you. Our tutor, Kristina, will expertly guide you until you make friends with your overlocker and understand the many many techniques that you can use to create beautifully finished clothing. Become an expert in using your overlocker.
What we will cover is:
How to thread it Adjust tension Stitch length and stitch width Differential feed Flat lock Blind hem Wide and narrow overlocking Narrow edge and rolled hem Gathering and pin-tucks. If you have extra feet for your overlocker you will learn how to use them, like piping for example. Kristina will also show you how to work with different fabrics like woven and stretch.
How to make a pattern of an existing garment.
You will be able to access a packing list for this retreat once you have booked your place.
3 nights accomodation in a stunning property with views of the River Dart (each room with an ensuite or private bathroom)
Dedicated sewing room that is accessible anytime day or night (if you like a spot of nighttime sewing!!)..again with stunning views
Colour Analysis Workshop
All tuition
3 evening meals...delicious!
All breakfasts and lunches.
Endless coffee and cake
Hot tubs
Log fire
Goody bags
and LOTS of time to rest and restore!
Still unsure? Read some of the wonderful comments from our lovely retreat attendees:
An amazing few days meeting like minded old friends and new. So lovely to have the time and headspace to just sew. There's always help available from Yvonne & Kate if you're stuck and of course fellow participants. We were treated to delicious food and cake as well as comfortable accommodation. Plenty of time to chat, use the hottub, read, walk or more sewing/crafts, just whatever takes your fancy. Highly recommend these retreats but please don't book as it's difficult enough to get a place as it is 🤭😁
What a fantastic time we had. The welcome and care taken by Yvonne and Kate is exceptional. This was our 3rd retreat and it felt like going home to meet old friends. The accommodation is great and food is very yummy. Sewing, eating and Hot Tubbing! Can’t wait for next year!
SO looking forward to seeing you at our retreat soon xx
Book your place and pay your desposit now to reserve your place. You will receive an email invoice for the balance which is due for payment