Join Me for a Fall Sewing Retreat This October

Jen Beeman 3 min read

I'm so excited to share that I'm teaching another retreat with Laura & Allyson again this October!

If you've followed along with my retreat recaps, you know these weekends are something special. This fall retreat (October 23-26, 2026) is the choose-your-own-project format, which means you get to bring ANY garment you want to work on and I'm there to guide you through every step.

What Makes This Retreat Different

Unlike traditional classes where everyone makes the same project, you get complete creative freedom. Maybe you've been intimidated by that jacket pattern in your stash, or you have a fitting issue you've been avoiding, or you want to master a technique you've never tried. This is your chance to tackle it with dedicated time, focused attention, and expert support.

At our last retreat, we had someone make an entire wool coat, another person worked through complex fitting adjustments, and someone else perfected their bound buttonhole technique. The variety of projects makes the weekend even richer - you learn from watching others tackle different challenges, and the group becomes this incredible source of collective knowledge and encouragement.

The Details

When: October 23-26, 2026 (Friday evening through Monday morning)

Where: Laura & Allyson's beautiful retreat space just outside Chicago in Berrien Springs, Michigan

What's Included:

  • Expert instruction and guidance throughout the weekend
  • Luxury accommodations
  • All meals (including a wood-fired pizza party everyone raves about!)
  • A supportive community of fellow makers

Only 7 Spots Available

So here's the thing, the first 11 spots were filled during presale to Laura & Allyson's community, which means there are only 7 spots left for this retreat. If you've been thinking about joining us, now is the time!

This Retreat is Perfect if You:

  • Have a challenging project you've been putting off
  • Want focused time to really master a technique
  • Love learning alongside other passionate sewists
  • Could use expert guidance on fitting or construction questions
  • Want to spend a long weekend completely immersed in sewing

Whether you're a confident sewist ready for advanced techniques or someone who wants extra support on a challenging make, there's space for you.

Ready to Join Us?

You can find all the details and register here: Learn More & Register

I can't wait to see what projects you bring and spend a creative weekend together. These retreats have become some of my favorite teaching experiences, and I'd love to have you there.

Questions? Feel free to reach out! I'm happy to chat about whether this retreat is right for your current sewing goals.

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