Great Shibori Takes Time
The more fabric we prepare before the retreat, the more Shibori we can dye on Day One—which means you’ll have an incredible assortment of hand-dyed fabrics ready for designing. This is truly a “quilt as you dye” experience: more time quilting, less waiting around.
Although the retreat takes place in January, the creative journey begins in August with your Stitched Shibori Homework—including a special video appearance by the Queen of Fabric Manipulation, Cheryl Whited. Cheryl will guide you through stitched Shibori techniques in several online instructional videos. Cindy may even sneak in a few extra creative challenges to keep things exciting!
By the time you arrive, you’ll be ready to dye, design, and dive in.
What Will You Do With All That Indigo?
You’ll transform your stunning hand-dyed Shibori fabrics into a one-of-a-kind quilt with guidance from two extraordinary improvisational quilters:
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Karen K. Stone
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Scott Murkin
Both are award-winning, prolific artists known for bold design and creative mastery. They’ll help you make your Shibori shine—working with value, small-scale prints, and large focal pieces to create a quilt that is uniquely yours.
Your stack of indigo has never had it so good.
What Else Can You Expect?
A Great Vibe.
We share a passion not just for quilting—but for getting our groove on! Expect a soundtrack full of great “Blue” music, plenty of laughter, fantastic food, and lasting friendships.
These retreats attract a wonderfully eclectic group—welcoming repeat offenders and first-timers alike. ALL are welcome.
You’ll also enjoy:
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A private Facebook group for community, updates, and roommate connections
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All instructional videos and supply lists posted online
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An encouraged (and lively!) spirit of participation
The final schedule will be weather-aware and confirmed as we get closer to the event.
Retreat Schedule Highlights
Thursday Afternoon/Evening
Meet & Greet Dinner + Begin Dyeing
Friday Morning
Breakfast, Rinsing & More Dyeing
Friday Afternoon
Lunch + Quilting!
Friday Evening
Free Night to Explore Cocoa Beach
Saturday Morning
Breakfast + Quilting
Saturday Afternoon
Lunch + Quilting
Saturday Evening
“Cheeseburgers in Paradise” Farewell Party + Show & Tell
All meals will be catered by wonderful local restaurants.
What’s New This Year?
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A Fully Enclosed Workspace
We’ll be set up in a large tent with walls at our Cape Canaveral property—located within a spacious park setting. The space will have electricity and heat (if needed) for maximum comfort. -
More Ironing Stations (yes, really!)
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Bring Your Travel Sewing Machine
You’ll be encouraged to stitch on-site for maximum creative momentum.
Accommodations
You’ll book your own lodging through Coco Sands Beachside Cottages, which offers three properties within 15 minutes of each other.
We’ve often focused on the beach cottages, but the Cape Canaveral Villas offer more room to spread out. Weather permitting, we may dine at the beach house and quilt at the Cape property.
Choose what suits you best:
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A private room
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Shared accommodations
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Dorm-style space in larger apartments
Explore your options and reserve early:
https://cocosands.com/
Come ready to dye, design, stitch, laugh, and immerse yourself in indigo.
January 27–31, 2027 — We can’t wait to create with you. ????