Fall Retreat 2026 - FULL / WAITLISTED

"Fall Retreat 2026"

Hosted by The Needle & Thread Emporium

Oct 19th - 22nd 2026

FULL

”To be added to the waitlist please email me your first and last name. You will be contacted by email if there is a cancellation”

We are thrilled to announce our very first Retreat.

Held at The Quality Inn & Conference Centre, Pembroke Ontario

Quilters and hand-stitchery enthusiasts alike will be warmly welcomed by their host, Barb, owner of The Needle & Thread Emporium and her husband, Dan.  We invite you to join us for a fun-filled, relaxing creative getaway. Whether your passion lies in hand stitchery, embroidery or quilting, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere here. Join us with friends or come solo and forge new connections! On the first day, you will be greeted with a personalized swag bag brimming with delightful surprises. Each morning (days2 &3) you’ll discover a special gift waiting at your station that our Retreat Fairy left for you. You’ll adore our venue—it’s inviting, cozy, and perfectly illuminated! If you still require more lighting there are so many outlets! Enjoy catered lunches and dinners that promise to be delicious (day 2 & 3)! Do you need little snacks while immersing yourself in your craft? We’ll have a grazing table available for mid-morning, afternoon, and evening treats. A beverage bar featuring tea, coffee, and water will be available throughout the retreat hours to keep you going and hydrated. Have some laughs and stretch your legs when we play our retreat games and Barb's Spin-To-Win, you may be lucky enough to win a prize or Dan's Retreat Bucks! We will have ironing and cutting stations set up plus a design wall for your convenience. Don't stress if you forget something! We will have our Pop Up Shop filled to the brim! Shop for notions, fabrics, patterns and so much more!

 If choosing to book a room you will not be disappointed. The rooms are clean and cozy plus have 2 comfy beds. Save money and share with a friend, split the flat rate! Also included with your stay is breakfast. Take a break from crafting and take a dip in the indoor pool or warm your bones in the sauna (included with booked room). Please do not book your room until you have registered for our retreat and receive confirmation.


    **EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Until May 1st   :  $400 (stay not included)**

          RETREAT PRICE AFTER MAY 1st    :    $425 (stay not included)

     

    INCLUDES:

    • Large retreat venue
    • Irons & Ironing stations, cutting stations (no rulers or rotary cutters included)  and design wall
    • Snack Grazing Table : mid morning, afternoon and evening each day
    • Beverage Station : Tea, coffee, water available all day
    • Catered lunches (Day 2&3)
    • Catered Suppers (Day 2&3)
    • Games/prizes/retreat bucks/door prizes
    • Daily gifts ($30 total value)
    • Welcome Swag Bag - quilting or hand stitchery specific ($75 value)
    • Pop Up Shops by The Needle & Thread Emporium & Heidi Taylor Embroidery Frames
    • Demo(s)
    • Gratuities & Tax

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    RETREAT ADD-ONS: Available after retreat registration. Info/instructions will be emailed to you.

           Book a room 

    • $157/room/night/plus tax
    • indoor pool/sauna
    • breakfast included
    • flat rate pricing up to 4 people per room for above price

            Relaxation Massage (tentative)

    • Includes hands & arms/10 mins
    • $20 or  2 for $35

             Workshop

    • Cherish Each Day Needle Case a Hatched and Patched Design
    • $25 per person / Includes  7-8 hours workshop
    • Kit : $65 Includes:  tax, pattern, everything you need to make 1 needle case.
    • You may not finish this project during retreat. You should have a basic understanding of machine sewing. Very beginner friendly but this can be elevated for an advanced hand stitcher.

     

    Retreat Itinerary

    DAY 1

    12:30 - Arrival / Receive your name tag and Swag Bag / Set up

    Supper will be on your own this day at one of the many restaurants in Pembroke.

    9-9:30pm - Retreat closes for the evening. Or until last person leaves before this time.

    DAY 2

    7am - Retreat Opens

    Noon - Lunch 

    5:30 - Supper 

    9-9:30pm - Retreat Closes for the evening. Or until last person leaves before this time

    DAY 3

    7am - Retreat Opens

    Noon - Lunch

    5:30 - Supper

    9-9:30pm - Retreat Closes for the evening. Or until last person leaves before this time.

    DAY 4

    7am - Retreat Opens

    1:30 - Must have venue vacated

     

     To Register:

    1. Print the Retreat Registration Form (located at link below - Registration Form)
    2. Fill out and return to the following email or in person at the store along with $100  deposit. Deposit can be e-transferred to the following email or paid by cash in store.
    3. You will then receive a confirmation email once we reserve your spot. If we are full by the time you register you will receive a full refund for your deposit.

    Email :    theneedleandthreademporium@gmail.com

    Registration Form

     

    Refund Policy:

    • $100 deposit is non-refundable
    • If cancelled by Sept 15th - Balance is fully refundable ($300/$325)
    • After Sept 15th balance ($300/$325) is non-refundable. 
    • If you need to cancel after Sept 15th and I am able to fill your spot from our waitlist you will be refunded for your balance minus a $25 administration fee.