Gather & Stitch: Fall Retreat 2026

✨ Save the Dates: September 21–23! ✨

Join us for our Fall Retreat filled with stitching, learning, and laughter. We’ll kick things off on September 21st and stitch straight through to the end of the day on the 23rd.

Who is this retreat for? Truly—everyone!

• New to stitching? We’ll help you pick stitches that make your canvas shine.
• Experienced but stuck? We’ll guide you through our step-by-step “break it down” process.
• Curious about beading, ribbon, or embellishments? We’ll get you started and answer your questions.

What’s included?

• Daily lunches & snacks
• A special goodie bag just for you
• Private shopping hours (Monday) open to the public Tuesday & Wednesday 

Before the retreat:
Send us your canvas by September 1 so we can pull threads and prepare stitch ideas. Be sure to include a short note about your stitching background and what you’d like to learn. To get the most out of your weekend, we recommend choosing a canvas you’ve been hesitant to tackle on your own. Need help picking the right one? We’d be happy to FaceTime with you to find the perfect project.

If your canvas isn’t bound, we’ll take care of it when it arrives. We’ll also mount it on stretcher bars (you’re welcome to send your own, or we’ll add them to your thread costs). After the retreat, you can either pack your canvas home with you or have us ship it for an additional fee.

We can’t wait to welcome back familiar faces and meet new stitchers. Our space is well lit, but feel free to bring your own light if you prefer. Service animals are welcome at our dog-friendly shop. Above all, we’re committed to making this retreat an inspiring, fun, and memorable experience for every guest.

If you cannot send your canvas to us by September 1, bring it with you, and one of our staff members will help you select your threads. 

** Total Cost of Retreat $1050 (Not including threads pulled for canvas)

**Non-refundable 50% deposit of total cost ($525) to secure your spot in the class

** Second half of the class fee ($525) due September 1, 2026 and is nonrefundable.

Included:

Instruction by Lisa and Lauren Kessler

Food and refreshments

Goodie bags

Exclusive access to the shop on Monday. Open to public Tues/Wed

Welcome Happy Hour Monday September 21

Dates & Times:

Duration: 3 days

Dates: September 21-23

Time: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: 8658 E Shea Blvd #175, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

* We reserve the right to remove any participant from our classes for disruptive or abusive behavior toward instructors, staff, or fellow students.
* We reserve the right to limit class participation.