Upcoming Events
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BeColourful at Box Car Ranch -
June 24-28, 2026-
Wake up, walk to class, sew all day! On-site lodging available for the full BeColourful event at the ranch — check in a day early with our No Frills option (no meals). Retreat registration is separate from your class enrollment. Continental breakfast and dinner included during the main stay retreat dates June 24th – June 28th
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Additional add-on option to check in a day early on 6/23 (No Frills)
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Retreat lodging is a separate registration from your workshop or masterclass enrollment
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Lunch is included every day for all registered Masterclass and Long Arm Workshop students.
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This retreat stay is exclusively available to workshop/masterclass attendees!
REGISTER HERE
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Mother's Day at the Manor - May 7-10, 2026
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Join us for a gentle, welcoming retreat designed to honor motherhood, friendship and the women who nurture others every day. Set at the Manor during Mother's Day weekend, this weekend is about rest, creativity and meaningful connection without pressure or expectations.
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Come with your mother, daughter, sister, best friends or chosen family, or come on your own and find community waiting for you.
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Spend your days crafting or sewing, enjoying cozy accommodations, and thoughtful meals. Stitch, make, rest, wander the grounds, journal, or simply sit and enjoy being present while everything else is taken care of.
REGISTER HERE
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The Haunted Manor Sew-In - October 29 - November 1, 2026
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Join us at the Manor for a weekend of stitches, laughter, and spooky fun! Our Haunted Manor Sew-In is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween—quilter style. Pack your projects, your favorite fall treats, and maybe even a costume or two!
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Throughout the weekend, enjoy festive activities including:
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🎃 Trick or Treat Swaps – bring small wrapped goodies (fat quarters, notions, or treats) to share in our trick-or-treat table exchange.
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🧵 Costume Contest – prizes for the Most Creative, Best Handmade, and Funniest costumes.
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🍬 Spooky Snack Bar – snack on sweets and sips from our candy buffet, popcorn cauldron, and “witch’s brew” punch.
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🌕 Pumpkin Decorating – no-carve fun with fabric scraps, trims, and buttons! *kit will be provided*
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Spaces are limited, so gather your ghouls and reserve your spot at this frightfully fun retreat before it disappears into the night! REGISTER HERE
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November 27-30, 2026 ***The Great Holiday Sew-In!🧵***
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Join us at the Manor for a joyful post-Thanksgiving tradition! Escape the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and settle in for a cozy weekend of stitching, laughter and friendship. Bring your projects and your holiday spirit as we kick off the season surrounded by creativity, comfort and community. REGISTER HERE!
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OPEN RETREAT WEEKENDS
Hosted by Box Car Ranch
Round up your best friend or 2 or 3 and load your car with all of those unfinished projects! Enjoy a weekend away to laugh, eat and hopefully sew a stitch or two! There are no rules for this weekend...just to have fun!
Click HERE to go to the Open Retreats page.