Fiber Arts Retreat - Fall 2024

Join friends and fellow fiber artists at the Sauder Heritage Inn for a relaxing and dynamic creative atmosphere.

Whether you crochet, knit, spin, weave, embroider, hook, or do other types of hand work, the Fiber Arts Retreat is a wonderful place to gather with other makers for a weekend of creativity. There is no guided instruction or teachers at this retreat, but there will be lots of friendly helpful crafters in attendance. All skill levels and handwork crafts are welcome.

Our retreats are held at the gorgeous Sauder Heritage Inn, providing a country lodge vibe with natural wood timbers, atrium, hand forged lighting & railings, and unique artwork throughout the building. Additional amenities include an indoor pool with waterfall, hot tub, game room, and exercise room. Snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase at the Front Desk too!

What to expect…

Fiber enthusiasts like yourself, will gather in the spacious and well-lit Homestead meeting room at the Sauder Heritage Inn, where you can spread out your work, have fun catching up with friends, be encouraged, delighted, and productive.

Many participants take advantage of the comfy lounge style lobby with fireplace or other intimate seating areas at the Inn for a warm and welcoming place to unwind and create! Bring a friend or come solo and make new friends! All fiber artists are welcome.

Meals

Healthy, refreshing lunches and dinners are served in your retreat room and included in your retreat fee.

Fiber Exchange Market Table

Do you have yarn, patterns, tools, equipment that you no longer need? Register for a Fiber Exchange Market Table. $5 reserves a half table for you to sell your items. Space is limited.

Admission to Historic Sauder Village

Every retreat participant receives an admission pass to visit the Historic Sauder Village on either Friday or Saturday. Take a stroll through time starting in the 1830s at Natives & Newcomers and discover the many handwoven items used in daily life. All created from plant fibers! Be sure to explore the gardens at each homestead and discover the one growing special corn to make brooms. Don’t forget the silent movies, popcorn, and ice cream in the 1920s where you can redeem your treat coupon at the Soda Fountain. The farm animals can't wait to see you!

Horse Drawn Trolley Tour & Smores Bar - Thursday Night Optional Activity

Arrive a day early and join in the fun of an afterhours personal tour through Historic Sauder Village. Farmer Steve will pick you up at the Inn for a horse drawn trolley ride. He will share behind the scenes stories while making stops at several historic homes for a 45-minute ride. You will be delivered to the fire pit and game area at the Campground where the campfire will be ready for you to build your very own gourmet smores with hot chocolate and apple cider. $25 additional fee.

What’s included?

Your retreat fee includes all lunches and dinners, snacks, artisan made daily door prizes, a Sauder Village Stainless Steel Water Bottle, free admission to Historic Sauder Village with a free treat coupon.

What to bring?

Be sure to bring all supplies needed to for your craft of choice. Can’t decide? Bring more than one project. Many knitters often bring their spinning wheels too. Let us know what type of fiber art you’ll bring and if you have any special needs for additional space. You are also welcome to bring your own portable/collapsible chair.

Lodging

A block of rooms is reserved offering a special discounted rate for retreat attendees. A Group Reservation ID# is required at the time of reservation. The ID# will be listed in your registration confirmation email. Once you receive your confirmation, call the Heritage Inn at 800-590-9755 to reserve your room. The Inn offers an expanded continental breakfast each morning for registered guests.

Options

Choose either a 2- or 3-day retreat package. We’ll have a Fiber Exchange Market for you to purge your stash. Be sure to reserve a table for a minimal additional fee of $5.

Cancellation Policy:
If for any reason you are not able to attend, please notify Deb Ridgway via email or phone at your earliest convenience. Cancellations prior to September 6, 2024, will receive a full refund less a 10% processing fee. After this date, no refunds will be issued. If for any reason the retreat does not meet the minimum number of participants by noon on September 13, 2024, we may be forced to cancel the retreat and all fees will be refunded.