Upcoming Art Retreats with Alabama Chanin

Art retreat with Alabama Chanin

Sewers. Textile artists. Crafters.

Have you ever been inspired by the artwork or writing of Natalie Chanin or her brand Alabama Chanin? We have had the chance to film several projects with this talented lady and in our opinion, everyone should get the chance to work with her in person.

Luckily for all of you, there are multiple art retreats with Alabama Chanin coming up…so here’s how you can do just that:

art retreats with Alabama Chanin

Studio Weekend

Dates: November 7-9

Location: The Factory, Florence, AL

About: This workshop allows participants to work with Natalie, our in-house team, patterns and stencil library. Participants create a garment or project of their choice from the Alabama Stitch Book, Alabama Studio Style, Alabama Sewing + Design, or a selection from the archives. Options can be tailored to any skill level. The $1,250 cost includes materials, welcome cocktail, Saturday lunch, and Sunday brunch.

One Day

Dates: April 26 at Edible Schoolyard in Berkeley, CA or June 13 at The Factory

About: One day workshops offer the Alabama Chanin experience in a casual, day-long session. Work with Natalie Chanin and the team to create a DIY project. Suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike, retreats are scheduled at various locations throughout the year. Cost is $475.

art retreats with Alabama Chanin

Two Hour Afternoon Tea

Dates: September 19, 1:30 – 4:30

Location: The Factory, Florence, AL

About: This workshop is suited to beginner and experienced sewers alike. Work with Natalie Chanin and the Alabama Chanin DIY kits to create a project from the Studio Book Series. After the workshop, enjoy afternoon tea in the Factory Café (a selection of gourmet sandwiches, savory pastries, sweets, tea, and coffee). Cost is $185.

art retreats with Alabama Chanin

Alabama Chanin’s Weekend Away Workshop

Dates: June 27 – 29

Location: Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN

About: Alabama Chanin’s Weekend Away Workshop includes all of the materials necessary to complete a custom do-it-yourself garment, incredible meals prepared onsite, beautiful settings, special guests and gifts from the Alabama Chanin studio in Florence, Alabama. Guests will work with Owner Natalie Chanin and her team to create a custom garment or project of their choice from the Alabama Chanin Studio Book series (Alabama Stitch Book, Alabama Studio Style, and Alabama Studio Sewing + Design) or a special selection from their archives. The workshop can be tailored to any skill level. Our guests will be immersed in the Alabama Chanin philosophy as they learn various stitching techniques, tips and tricks. Conducted in a casual, open forum, the workshop will cover a wide range of topics. Guests will enjoy inspiring instruction, provided materials, Blackberry Farm cuisine, laughter and fellowship.

Dates: November 7-9

Location: The Factory, Florence, AL

About: This workshop allows participants to work with Natalie, our in-house team, patterns and stencil library. Participants create a garment or project of their choice from the Alabama Stitch Book, Alabama Studio Style, Alabama Sewing + Design, or a selection from the archives. Options can be tailored to any skill level. The $1,250 cost includes materials, welcome cocktail, Saturday lunch, and Sunday brunch.

One Day

Dates: April 26 at Edible Schoolyard in Berkeley, CA or June 13 at The Factory

About: One day workshops offer the Alabama Chanin experience in a casual, day-long session. Work with Natalie Chanin and the team to create a DIY project. Suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike, retreats are scheduled at various locations throughout the year. Cost is $475.

Two Hour Afternoon Tea

Dates: September 19, 1:30 – 4:30

Location: The Factory, Florence, AL

About: This workshop is suited to beginner and experienced sewers alike. Work with Natalie Chanin and the Alabama Chanin DIY kits to create a project from the Studio Book Series. After the workshop, enjoy afternoon tea in the Factory Café (a selection of gourmet sandwiches, savory pastries, sweets, tea, and coffee). Cost is $185.

art retreats with Alabama Chanin

Alabama Chanin’s Weekend Away Workshop

Dates: June 27 – 29

Location: Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN

About: Alabama Chanin’s Weekend Away Workshop includes all of the materials necessary to complete a custom do-it-yourself garment, incredible meals prepared onsite, beautiful settings, special guests and gifts from the Alabama Chanin studio in Florence, Alabama. Guests will work with Owner Natalie Chanin and her team to create a custom garment or project of their choice from the Alabama Chanin Studio Book series (Alabama Stitch Book, Alabama Studio Style, and Alabama Studio Sewing + Design) or a special selection from their archives. The workshop can be tailored to any skill level. Our guests will be immersed in the Alabama Chanin philosophy as they learn various stitching techniques, tips and tricks. Conducted in a casual, open forum, the workshop will cover a wide range of topics. Guests will enjoy inspiring instruction, provided materials, Blackberry Farm cuisine, laughter and fellowship.