This is something I’ve been waiting to do for years! I’m so excited to host a bra sewing retreat!
This is me showing some girls at Camp Workroom Social how amazing the bra I sewed myself looks and fits, immediately talking them into taking my bra sewing class! Also this just happens to be my favorite picture taken of me ever! haha
You, too, can elicit this type of response by lifting up your shirt to random people after coming to my bra sewing weekend retreat!
After sizing everyone, we’ll ease into the bra making process by sewing up a bralette style bra. We’ll then dig into a sewing a more supportive bra. All with lots of laughs, liquid courage (if required!), and hands on demonstrations and tips and tricks. All in a very supportive (hehe) environment.
Your registration includes bra supplies kits and your patterns.
And since we are all about knitting, we’ll have plenty of opportunity to knit and chill. There will also be one on one knitting class sign ups available if you’ve got knitting questions!
A $600 deposit reserves your spot! Balance payment due in September.
We will then email you and work with you to get the accommodation you require. Spots will go first come first serve, so when you sign up be sure to keep an eye on your email to reserve the accommodation you’d like!
$2000 - A king bed in a two person room with private bathroom - 3 spots available
$2000 - A king bed in a single room with shared bathroom - 2 spots available
$1800 - A king bed in a three person room with private bathroom - 2 spots available
$1800 - A king bed in a two person room with shared bathroom - 1 spots available
$1600 - A twin bed in a two person room with a private bathroom - 3 spots available
$1400 - A twin bed in a two person room with a shared bathroom - 5 spots available
$1400 - A twin bed in a three person room with a private bathroom - 4 spot available
You will be invoiced for the full balance one month before your retreat start date.
RETREAT PRICE INCLUDES:
Experienced bra sewing teacher Allyson Dykhuizen leading demos and helping you every step of the way!
Bra materials kits and patterns
Laura & Allyson, experienced garment sewists and knitting teachers, on hand to answer all your questions all weekend long
Three nights luxury accommodation, including spacious indoor and outdoor spaces, hot tubs, theater room, and fire pit!
Two full days of bra sewing instruction
If necessary, transportation to the retreat space from downtown Chicago, leaving Friday at 12pm CST and returning to downtown Chicago at 11am CST
Catered dinners from local chefs Friday and Sunday night
Wood-fired pizza party Saturday night
Three family style breakfasts and two lunches
Plentiful snacks, handmade cocktails, wine, beer, coffee, and tea
All taxes and fees
Pay your deposit now to reserve your spot!
* There will be a limited amount of sewing machines available to borrow so bringing your own sewing machine is encouraged!
OUR WEEKEND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
3pm: Guests can start arriving and settling in
3-7pm: Happy hour drinks and snacks, sewing set up
7pm: Dinner from a local caterer
8-10pm: Craft & chill!
SATURDAY
7-10am: A la cart breakfast
9-12pm: Bra Sewing Classes
11-1pm: A la cart lunch
12-5pm: Bra Sewing Classes
5-7pm: Happy hour drinks and snacks
7pm: Pizza party from South Shore Ovenworks
8-10pm: Craft & chill!
SUNDAY
7-10am: A la cart breakfast
9-12pm: Bra Sewing Classes
11-1pm: A la cart lunch
12-5pm: Bra Sewing Classes
5-6pm: Happy hour drinks and snacks
6pm: Dinner from a local caterer
8-10pm: Knit night!
MONDAY
7-9am: A la cart breakfast
10am: Check out and head back to Chicago!
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made up to 1 month prior to the retreat are eligible for a balance payment refund minus a 10% administration fee. Deposits are non-refundable.
Because of the potential for a dramatic Michigan weather event, if there is a blizzard and we have to cancel the retreat you will get a full refund.