​Julie B. Booth presents

Spring 2027 Thread Born Studio Retreat in Colonial Beach, Virginia

1100 Dwight Ave., Colonial Beach VA
 

Spend three days of intensive artmaking in my studio space. Our theme is Colonial Beach Stories. Get a taste of why I love living here!

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This year's retreat will challenge participants to try a playful approach. using a small selection of hand stitches and stitch variations to recreate the river, land and sky of Colonial Beach.

Below is the retreat schedule followed by enrollment information. 
 

Thursday, May 13
Optional Thrifting Trip to Gitie's: Meet at Julie's at 1:00 PM

Julie will provide transportation to Gitie's for interested participants.

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2:30 PM: Meet (or regroup) at Julie’s for official Meet and Greet and Show and Tell of participants’ work. Julie will also discuss possible approaches and formats for stitch projects during the retreat.

Light refreshments will be provided.

 

After we meet… we’ll relax with wine (or non-alcoholic beverage), cheese and/or charcuterie at Circa 1892 in Colonial Beach

Dinner on your own

Friday, May 14:

Breakfast on your own

 

Meet at Julie’s at 9:30

 

Morning Beachcombing and Taking Reference Photos: We will drive you along Beach Ave and The Point and make stops for photo opps of the River. Then we’ll walk the town beach for beachcombing finds from the Potomac River to use in our artwork (stones, shells, river glass, driftwood) 10:00 AM-12:15 PM

 

Lunch provided at my home 12:30-1:30 PM

 

Afternoon: Students choose three stitches to explore during the retreat to recreate the natural textures discovered during our morning excursion. Students can stitch test samplers or go directly into designing their final art pieces. Individual consultations with Julie 1:30-4:00 PM

 

Dinner: At Sunflower Restaurant (Thai and French) 6:00 PM

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After Dinner (Optional): Friday Art Walk 6:00-8:00 PM
 

Saturday, May 15:
Breakfast on your own

 

Morning: Studio time. Individual consultations/check-ins and demos with Julie. 9:30 AM-12:00 PM

 

Lunch provided at my home 12:30-1:30 PM

 

Afternoon: Studio time. 1:30-4:00 PM

 

Dinner on your own

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Sunday, May 16:
I’m planning a late morning brunch/light lunch for our meal. If you need food before then, I suggest breakfast on your own.

 

Morning: Gathering and stitching on the porch, weather permitting. Julie will continue consultations/check-ins and demos as needed.

9:30 -11:00 AM

 

Brunch/Light Lunch: Baked goodies, fruit, and charcuterie. Beverages. 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

 

Afternoon: Studio Time. 12:00- 2:30 PM

 

Summing up our experience with a Show and Tell.  2:30-3:30 PM

 

Retreat ends at 3:30 PM.

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Enrollment for this retreat is limited to 6 students. I will have a waiting list just in case. At least 4 students need to be enrolled by April 30, 2027, or the retreat will be cancelled.

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Cost is: $450 per student which includes:

• 3+ days of teaching

• Access to supplies from my studio (see below)

• Handout with ideas and prompts

• 2 lunches (from local favorite, Lenny's)

• Snacks and beverages Thursday through Sunday

• Sunday Brunch (including charcuterie from Circa 1892)

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Items from my studio that you’ll have access to:

• Fabrics: Including wool-blend or wool felt, tulle, cheesecloth, silk/cotton/linen fabrics, doilies, lace

• Beads, sequins, buttons

• Pearl cotton and other threads (for use during the retreat)

• Yarns, ribbon yarns, ribbons

• Needle packet of Crewel Embroidery, Sharp and Chenille needles

 

Access to tools

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Additional items such as: Czech glass buttons and vintage brooches from Julie’s collection will be an additional cost.

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Julie will provide more information about local hotel accommodations and restaurants or other attractions. Consider coming with a buddy to offset costs!

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REGISTRATION BEGINS ON SATURDAY March 13, 2027 AT 12:01 AM (just after midnight!) EASTERN USA TIME. Contact me at threadborn@gmail.com to register on or after that date.

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Space is limited to 6 participants (there will be a waiting list).

Cost $450

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Payment: PayPal or Venmo preferred. Personal check is fine but must arrive within one week to hold your spot.

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If you have questions, please feel free to contact me before the registration date. Please read the information below about cancellations.

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CANCELLATIONS

Life is unpredictable so below is my cancellation policy:

Cancellation on or before 4/22/27: You will receive a full refund.

Cancellation after 4/22/27: You will receive half your payment (unless someone on the waiting list can take your place, then you will receive a full refund once the wait lister has paid in full).

If no one can take your place in the retreat, the other half of your payment will be reserved as credit towards future Zoom classes with Julie.

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