Second Annual Hometown Retreat September 30th- October 4th 2026
We are beyond excited to welcome you to our second annual Grocery Girls Hometown Retreat—a cozy, joy-filled few days of yarn, learning, connection, and unforgettable memories.
There’s something incredibly special about gathering with fellow makers… and this weekend is exactly that. 💛
Arrival Note:
Because we begin with a welcome lunch and afternoon class on Thursday, this retreat is structured so you can arrive and get settled on Wednesday.
Your hotel stay for Wednesday night is included
Meals on Wednesday are on your own, giving you flexibility to arrive at your own pace and explore
Your retreat includes:
🏨 Four nights accommodation at the Signature Sandman Hotel, Sherwood Park, Alberta (Wednesday–Sunday)
🛏️ Choice of:
Single occupancy King room
Shared room with two Queen beds
🍽️ All meals included from Thursday lunch through Sunday
🧶 Three 3-hour workshops
🐑 Transportation to and from our local sheep farm experience
🛍️ Transportation to and from Statement Junkie for our private event
Single Occupancy (King Room): $2950 CAD + tax
Shared Occupancy (Two Queen Beds): $2450 CAD per + tax per person
Payment schedule & Cancellation Policy
A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at registration.
50% of the remaining balance is due June 1, with the final 50% due August 15.
If you cancel before August 15, you will receive a full refund minus the $500 deposit.
Cancellations on or after August 15 are non-refundable, unless we are able to fill your spot with another attendee.
We’ll head out for a special field trip to a local sheep farm:
Live sheep shearing demonstration
Up-close time with the sheep
A deeper connection to where our fiber begins
Shopping beautiful wool from Jacob & Aimy
Andrea will host us for a cocktail party + private shopping event at Statement Junkie in Sherwood Park.
A cozy, laughter-filled evening of yarn, connection, and a little indulgence.
This retreat is more than yarn and classes…
It’s about connection, creativity, and community.
Laughing until your cheeks hurt
Learning something new
Finding your people
Making memories that last
There’ll be laughter. There’ll be hugs. There’ll be memories made.
And we truly cannot wait to welcome you home for this special weekend. 💛
Toni Lipsey, the queen of Tunisian crochet, will be teaching alongside her mom Gwen as head assistant.
3 hour workshop
In this workshop, Toni will guide you through creating the Bliss Braided Ear Warmer — Woven Tunisian Crochet Headband.
This beautiful, textured piece is the perfect introduction to Tunisian crochet. You’ll learn the foundational stitches and techniques while creating something stylish, wearable, and totally giftable.
No prior crochet or Tunisian crochet experience needed—just come ready to learn something new and fall in love with it.
Megan Nodecker - Afterthought Everything Socks
3 Hour workshop
Create a stunning pair of socks from nothing but a tube.
In this hands-on workshop, Megan will guide you through transforming a simple knitted tube into a complete pair of socks by adding cuffs, toes, and heels.
You’ll learn:
How to confidently cut into your knitting
How to pick up stitches with ease
Multiple options for cuffs, toes, and heels
This is such a fun, empowering class that will completely change the way you think about sock knitting.
Beaded Felt Ornament.
3 hour workshop
We’ll spend time together creating a felt beaded ornament.
In this class, you’ll learn how to work with felt, embroidery, and beads to create a beautiful, handmade keepsake. It’s a relaxed, creative session filled with laughter—and you’ll leave with something truly special to treasure or gift.
All meals included
Hotel rooms are included
4 PM - Check-in
Lunch
1:30 - 4:30 Class
6pm Welcome Cocktails
7pm Dinner
8:30 Fun Fun Fun
8 AM- Breakfast
9 AM- Class
12 PM- Lunch
Afternoon field trip to a local farm
6PM- Cocktails
7PM Dinner
Bingo after dinner
8 AM- Breakfast
9 AM- Class
12 PM- Lunch
1-3 Free time
330-530PM - Sip and Shop at the local yarn shop Statement Junkie
7 PM Farwell Dinner
9 AM Brunch and final goodbyes
11 AM Checkout
