Join us for a delightful weekend filled with creativity, color, and the joy of holiday gift-making! This retreat is your perfect chance to discover new tips and techniques for sewing personalized holiday gifts, with live demos and hands-on guidance throughout the weekend. Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just starting out, you'll find inspiration and practical advice to make your holiday sewing projects shine.

Our special 9 Gifts-A-Making Box, available for pre-sale now, includes everything you need to create your own set of holiday gifts. Each box comes complete with fabric, patterns, and supplies, along with a 10” Square pack (AKA Layer Cake), providing you with the perfect starting point for your gift-making.

With plenty of time to work on your own projects in a relaxing and creative atmosphere, this retreat offers the perfect balance of learning, crafting, and fun! Come join us and let’s make some holiday magic together – all while embracing the Year 2025 theme of "Be Creative with Color & Keep Smiling."

• Each Salem Stitches retreat has its own personality
• Delicious catered meals with attention paid to allergies
• Plenty of time to stitch or sew your own projects
• Gathering spots to meet up, or sit, sip & stitch
• Some demos/workshops are held in other rooms to work in small groups
• Enjoy the Show & Tell as projects are finished
• A great group of people

Prepare to be pampered at the Berry Hill Resort in South Boston, Virginia.  This 700 acre site is open arms for all quilters, stitchers and sewists of all levels.

• Large individual table to spread out & leave set up at night
• Ergonomic chairs on wheels, with height adjustment
• Lots of windows, natural & task lighting
• Ironing, Cutting & Design Stations, plus light tables
• Arrive Friday at 8 am and stitch 'til Sunday at 4 pm
• Stitch or sew all night... room open as long as 2 people are present!
• Early Bird Thursday arrival at 1 pm for only $35 extra. Add buffet dinner for $30

A fully stocked retreat shop located in the sewing room!

• A selection of kits, just in case you are inspired
• Bolts of Fabric, PreCuts, Patterns, Notions & Gift items
• Cross Stitch fabrics, threads & new charts
• Of course there's a retreat discount

• Berry Hill is an 1800s mansion on 700 acres

• Reserve your spacious sleeping room at our group rate by calling Berry Hill at (434) 517-7000. We have rooms blocked for you, so they may show sold out on line.

• Both Single and Double accommodations available. Contact us for special rate.

• Includes expanded Continental Breakfast

• A complete resort with hiking trails, 1800s mansion, spa, indoor pool, exercise facility, tennis courts, Library Bar with specials

• Locals are invited to drive in and join us, though you may want to stay the night.

• Click HERE to visit their website

A Checklist of What to Bring is emailed prior to the retreat AND posted on the itinerary for use on mobile App. This list has been compiled over the years from attendees and you will find it quite helpful. To help you plan, here's a short list:

• Your sewing machine. We do have a few to rent for the weekend, be sure to add that request in your participant information section

• General Sewing supplies

• Projects you want to work on 

We make it easy for you to pack and not run around before your trip! There is no specific supply list for the "Holiday Gifts a Making Box". Everything you need will be in the kit, with the exception of piecing thread. We know everyone's machine has their favorite! Fabric choices selections will be sent in advance. 

Payments can be made with credit cards, ACH debits from bank accounts, or checks

·  Deposits made through SalemStitches.com were applied as Cash payments

·  Checks may be sent to Salem Stitches, 832 S Main Street, Winston Salem, NC 27101 and will added to your dashboard page when received

·  Credit Card payments are subject to a 3% fee

·  ACH payments (direct debit from your bank account) have zero fees

·  Automatic reminders and payments can be set up

Cancellation policy: The $100 deposit is non-refundable, but may be transferred to another retreat. If you cancel more than 120 days prior to the retreat, all monies paid, less deposit & processing fee  will be  transferred to another retreat or refunded to original payment source. More than 30 days prior, all monies not committed to vendors will be transferred to another retreat or refunded.  30 days or less before the retreat, refunds simply cannot be made. At any time, your payments may be transferred to a new attendee coming in your place.

You have a personal "Dashboard" which  allows you to keep your information, such as contact info and food allergies, current! 

Save your retreat confirmation, it has the link to your Dashboard.

Get a head start on your holiday quilting adventure by arriving early on Thursday! This optional day gives you extra time to settle in, explore the venue, and begin working on your projects before the retreat officially kicks off. Enjoy a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere with fellow quilters, and start your weekend off with a creative boost. It’s the perfect way to make the most of your retreat experience!

Sewing Room opens at 1 pm for move-in! Start with a cookie break after unpacking and start sewing your projects.

We are planning a 6 pm buffet dinner Thursday with a hands on ornament presentation/workshop. Make three ornaments that are easy & fun to make, a Sashiko Bell, Folded Weath, and Large Diamond Jewel.

Sewcial= Sewing & Social. 

Kick off your weekend in the best way possible with Sewcial Friday! It’s all about sewing, socializing, and sharing the joy of quilting with fellow enthusiasts. Whether you're starting a new project or working on something special for the holidays, this day is filled with creative energy, helpful tips, and plenty of fun. Get inspired, make new friends, and set the tone for a fantastic retreat weekend!

Demos for gift project techniques all day... are you joining us for the Holiday-Gifts-A Making box with 9 gifts?

Get ready for a full day of quilting bliss with Sewcial Saturday! Dive into your projects, attend inspiring demos, and enjoy hands-on learning with fellow quilters. It’s the perfect day to immerse yourself in creativity, pick up new techniques, and make great progress on your holiday sewing. The energy will be buzzing as you connect with others, share tips, and continue sewing up something special! 

Technique demos continue! Lots of time to sew and socialize!

Wrap up your retreat with a productive and satisfying Finish It Sunday! This is your chance to put the final touches on your projects, get expert guidance on any last-minute details, and celebrate all the progress you’ve made over the weekend. With plenty of time to sew, ask questions, and perfect your work, you’ll leave feeling accomplished and inspired, ready to take on the holiday season with your finished creations!