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We are bringing you a 3-day gathering created with YOU in mind. Our yearly reunion is back! A weekend to unwind with your favorite hobby alongside the people who love it just as much as you do.

What to Expect

A fully reserved boutique inn just for us
Daily lunches, snacks, and beverages throughout the weekend
A pizza party and themed evening celebration
LNS shopping
Transportation to and from scheduled shop visits
Curated swag bag valued at $150+
Private access to our exclusive NDLPT pop-up shop
Specialty classes and hands-on learning opportunities
Cozy group stitching spaces open late into the night
Needle minder exchange
Being surrounded by people who genuinely get you

Optional add on classes in finishing and ribbon work will be available for stitchers looking to expand their skills and try something new.

** We’re excited to offer class bundle pricing for retreat attendees! Receive 10% off when booking 2 classes together or 15% off when booking all 3 classes together. Discounts will be automatically applied at checkout.

A weekend full of the kind of moments you’ll talk about long after you get home.

September 11–13, 2026 · Houston, TX

All sales are final. Ticket transfers are permitted if coordinated directly by the purchaser.

Meet Our Featured Instructor

We’re thrilled to welcome Julia Navik of Fairlywell Handmade as this year’s featured instructor. Known for her beautiful, detail-driven finishing style and creative approach to dimensional work, Julia will be leading all three of this year’s finishing and ribbon work classes.

Traveling in from Illinois to join us, Julia is bringing her signature techniques, thoughtful instruction, and all of her favorite tips and tricks to the retreat weekend. Her passion for craftsmanship and teaching makes her an incredible addition to this year’s experience, and we cannot wait for our community to learn from her.

Class Lineup

Round Finishing 101

We’re kicking things off with Round Finishing 101, the perfect class for stitchers wanting to begin or build on their finishing journey. Julia’s one-cookie technique creates clean, polished edges and the kind of professional finish that truly completes a piece.

Materials Provided

Matboard
Batting
Thread for finish stitching
Needles

Stitchers Should Bring

A stitched and blocked round
Backing fabric at least 1" larger than the stitched round
Perle cotton or floss for cording
- One skein per color of perle cotton
- Two skeins per color of floss

Please note: Classes are available exclusively to registered retreat attendees and are offered as add-on selections to your retreat ticket. Classes are not sold separately. Any class bookings made without a valid retreat ticket will be canceled and refunded.

Ribbon Doodle & Stitch

Later that afternoon, we’ll dive into Ribbon Doodle & Stitch; a hands-on ribbon work class designed to open up a whole new dimension in your needlepoint practice.

You’ll learn how to:

Thread and attach ribbon to a needle
Use a pin anchor
Properly secure your ends after each motif
Work through multiple ribbon techniques on a doodle canvas

This class is designed to let you experiment freely without the pressure of stitching on a finished project. Ribbon work is one of those techniques that can feel intimidating until someone walks you through it and this is the perfect opportunity to learn.

Included

Needles
Doodle canvas
Clear beading thread
Beads as needed
Ribbon in practice lengths for doodle canvas work

Standup Finishing

We’ll close out the retreat classes with Standup Finishing, where students will build on the two-cookie method to explore three-dimensional finishing techniques.

If you’re already comfortable finishing basic shapes and ready for the next challenge, this class is where your work really starts to come alive.

Materials Provided

Matboard
Batting
Styrofoam and additional internal structure materials
Weights
Feet options
Thread for finish stitching
Needles

Stitchers Should Bring

A stitched and blocked piece in a basic shape (square, rectangle, or arch)
A photocopy of the stitched piece
At least 1/4 yard of backing fabric
Perle cotton or floss for cording
- Two skeins per color of perle cotton
- Four skeins per color of floss

Our Retreat Home

This year, Stitching in Color will be taking over a charming boutique inn in Houston, creating the perfect cozy aesthetic for a weekend. With thoughtfully designed spaces, intimate gathering areas, and the feeling of having the property all to ourselves, we wanted this retreat to feel less like a convention and more like a true getaway with friends.

For attendees interested in staying on site, we’ve secured a room block at the inn for retreat guests. Rooms are limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis once booking information is released. We highly recommend booking early if you’d like to stay with the group and fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience.

Location information will be emailed after purchasing.

Loose Retreat Itinerary

Friday

Welcome
Swag Pick Up
Open Stitch
Round Finishing 101 (Optional Add On)
Lunch
Ribbon Work Class (Optional Add On)
Late Night Stitching

Saturday

Open Stitch
Standup Finishing (Optional Add On)
Lunch
Local Needlepoint Shop Visits
Late Night Stitching

Sunday

Open Stitch
Needle Minder Exchange
Private Pop-Up Shopping
Lunch
Closing Comments & Raffle Drawing

Welcome Party @ Kathryn's

A casual evening of stitching, sips, and good company. One of our beloved members is opening up her home for an intimate SIC welcome event. Think poolside hangs, light bites, and drinks as we welcome new and familiar faces to the second annual SIC Retreat. It's the perfect low-key evening to kick-off our weekend.

And a little extra reason to celebrate this gathering just happens to fall on our host's birthday weekend. What better way to ring it in than surrounded by your people!

This event is complimentary, and while nothing is expected, a little something for our gracious host is always a lovely gesture.

Space is limited to 25 guests - your official invite will be sent via Evite, so keep an eye on your inbox!

Please note: This is an independent, member-hosted event and is not affiliated with or sponsored by Stitching in Color.

Photography & Video Notice

By purchasing and registering for the Stitching in Color Retreat, you acknowledge and agree that photos and videos may be taken during the event for community sharing, marketing materials, social media, website content, and future retreat promotions.

By completing your registration, you grant Stitching in Color permission to use your image, likeness, and participation in retreat-related content without additional compensation.

If you have privacy concerns, please contact us prior to the retreat.

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