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SewBo Spring Sewing Retreat
A sewing staycation for modern makers.
Join 14 other sewers on this creative and inspirational weekend retreat.
May 2 & 3, 2026
Boulder, CO
Sewing
Sewers have access to the studio from 8-6 on Saturday and Sunday. The studio space is reserved for sewing personal projects in the company of other makers.
Learning
Students may choose from two options:
"Just Want to Sew" (Option #1)
Two mini workshops: Fitting Workshop on Saturday and Slow Stitching Mending Techniques on Sunday.
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Sloper Workshop (Option #2)
Sloper Workshop from 10-2 on Saturday and Sunday
Daily sewing and two mini workshops (Fitting Workshop on Saturday and Slow Stitching Mending Techniques on Sunday).
Noshing
A light breakfast, catered lunch, and daily afternoon tea service will keep sewers fueled, every stitch
of the way.
The Studio
We are thrilled to host our first retreat at Schoolhouse Studios! Schoolhouse Studios is Boulder's most charming and creative event space. Ample room, cozy nooks, and an inviting environment make it the perfect backdrop for our stitch-filled weekend.
Pricing
There are two registration options for the retreat:
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Option #1 - "Just Want to Sew" $750
Option #2 - Sloper Workshop $1000
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*There are multiple add-ons available upon checkout.
Detailed Itinerary
Frocktails Private Shopping Event
Friday, May 1, 6 pm
Don your favorite me-made frock and kick off the weekend with our Friday night private party!
Retreat guests will be given a 25% discount on this special evening to make the most of their retreat sewing.
Light refreshments will be served during this private event.
"Just Want to Sew"
Option #1
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Saturday 8 am-6 pm
8 Welcome and sew and tell
9 Sewing sesh
10 Fitting workshop: Learn to make fitting adjustments to patterns and garments while sewing.
11 Sewing sesh
12 Lunch
12:30 Sewing sesh
3 tea and rest
4 Sewing sesh
Sunday 8 am-6 pm
8 Sew and Tell
9 Sewing sesh
10 Sloper workshop
12 Lunch
2 Sewing sesh
3 Tea + Visible Mending workshop.
4 Sewing sesh
5:30 Thank you and goodbyes
Sloper Workshop
Option #2
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Saturday 8 am-6 pm
8 Welcome and sew and tell
9 Sewing sesh
11 Sloper Workshop
12 pm Lunch
3 tea and rest
4 Sewing sesh
Sunday 8 am-6 pm
8 Sew and Tell
9 Sewing sesh
10 Sloper Workshop
12pm Lunch
2 Sewing sesh
3 Visible Mending workshop + Tea
4 Sewing sesh
5:30 Thank you and goodbyes
FAQs
​Is lodging included in the retreat?
No, this retreat is "staycation" style. Sleep at home but sew with others all day in a beautiful, inspiring location. If you are interested in coming in from out of town and want some recommendations for lodging, please email sewbo@sewboco.com.
What should I bring to the retreat?
We will provide cutting tables, mats, rotary cutters, scissors, pins, clips, 2 sergers (one with white thread, one with black), irons, and ironing boards. Participants should bring their personal sewing machine, marking tools, notions, thread, patterns, fabrics, bobbins, snips, and any other sewing tools necessary for personal projects.
Do I have to be there the entire time?
No, while the retreat experience is better with friends, participants are welcome to come and go as they please.
What is a sloper?
A sloper is a bodice pattern block drafted using your specific measurements. Once a sloper is constructed, there are infinite ways to manipulate the sloper to make new garments.
Will we learn how to modify the sloper?
No, the entire Sloper Workshop will be spent constructing the sloper. We will offer a follow up class on manipulating a sloper at SewBo's studio.
What is your cancellation policy for the retreat?
Cancelations must be made by April 3 for a refund less a 10% cancellation fee. Unfortunately, no cancellations can be made after April 3.
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