March 3 – 7, 2025
Join me for a magical five-day retreat this March at the Nome Schoolhouse in Nome, North Dakota, where I’ll guide you in crafting my beloved Bear Creek Bunnies. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this all-inclusive retreat is the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of needle felting and create your very own bunny. Throughout our time together, you’ll learn my signature style, explore my farm (where the wool for your bunnies comes from), and enjoy a tour of my fiber mill. We’ll also have time for retail therapy at the Shepherd Industries Store. Your package includes a cozy room with a private bath, delicious meals, felting supplies, expert instruction, and airport pickup—everything you need for a wonderful experience. I can’t wait to spend these unforgettable days with you, creating bunnies that will bring joy to your spring decor!
June 16 – 20, 2025
Join me for a transformative five-day needle felting retreat from June 16-20th at the Nome Schoolhouse, where I’ll guide you through creating unique needle-felted sculptures. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to explore the art of needle felting. Together, we’ll create small projects that reflect my signature style of realism and whimsy, focusing on intricate details and bringing characters to life. You’ll also have the chance to visit my farm, explore the fiber mill, and enjoy some retail therapy at Shepherd Industries. With personalized instruction, delicious meals, cozy accommodations, and everything you need to craft, this all-inclusive retreat promises an unforgettable experience that will elevate your needle felting skills and spark your creativity.
August 29 – September 5, 2025
Join us for the 4th annual Needle Felting Safari at the Nome Schoolhouse, where you’ll craft a lifelike Elephant under my expert guidance. This weekend retreat, designed for ages 18 and up, offers an all-inclusive experience with cozy accommodations, delicious meals, refreshing drinks, and fun activities like hiking and kayaking. With everything taken care of, including airport pickup from Fargo, you can focus on creating your masterpiece while connecting with fellow needle felting enthusiasts. By the end of the retreat, you’ll leave with a realistic needle-felted Elephant and unforgettable memories. Some needle felting experience is required for this advanced project.
October 20 – 24, 2025
Join me for a transformative five-day needle felting retreat from October 20th to the 24th at the Nome Schoolhouse, where I’ll guide you through creating unique needle-felted sculptures. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to explore the art of needle felting. Together, we’ll create small projects that reflect my signature style of realism and whimsy, focusing on intricate details and bringing characters to life. You’ll also have the chance to visit my farm, explore the fiber mill, and enjoy some retail therapy at Shepherd Industries. With personalized instruction, delicious meals, cozy accommodations, and everything you need to craft, this all-inclusive retreat promises an unforgettable experience that will elevate your needle felting skills and spark your creativity.