Dressmaking Retreat is Coming Soon!

How exciting is this? I've teamed up with Haberdasherdo in Southbourne Grove and we are hosting our first retreat together just outside Lyndhurst in the New Forest.

Dates: 18^th & 19^th April 2026

Venue: Forest Lodge Hotel, the Lodge, Pikes Hill, Lyndhurst, SO43 7AS.

Sometimes is so lovely to be able to sewing without interruption and not have to worry about food or putting your work away! This retreat offers you the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed weekend of sewing with plenty of support as and when you need it. Bring along a project of your choosing and join us for a fun filled, sewing packed weekend where there will be optional masterclasses, expert support and refreshments and yummy lunches to keep you sustained throughout your two days of sewing.

Jane and Joan will be available to help you get set up and ready to sew at the start of the retreat and on-hand throughout the two days with support and guidance throughout your sewing projects. Each day Joan will be offering an optional masterclass and on Sunday morning Jane will be talking you through the best gadgets available to improve your sewing techniques.

The room we will be using is large and bright with plenty of natural light and will be dedicated to our use throughout the weekend (you can leave your sewing project out safely overnight.) You will have a large table for your use but please bring your own sewing machine and equipment. There will be ironing stations and overlocker stations set up for communal use throughout the weekend. There are toilets and classroom facilities adjoining the sewing area.

Each day you will be welcomed with teas, coffees and pastries and served a delicious buffet style lunch. A selection of drinks and snacks will be available throughout the day to keep you topped up.

To find out more or book your space click on the link below....

Booking Link