The Knit Pray Love Retreat
A few days to slow down, knit, practice, rest, and gather in good company. My retreats bring together the mindful rhythm of knitting, meditation, and the simple pleasure of being together. The time together creates space to step away from everyday life, have good conversations, practice, and reconnect with yourself and others.
Next Retreat
Kripalu Center, Stockbridge MA
November 27 - 29, 2026
About the Experience
Is this primarily a knitting retreat?
Yes and no. It is not a classic retreat where you'll be attending workshops or classes on techniques. It is a time to craft together in community and to be lead through experience of crafting as a mindfulness-meditation practice.
Do I need to practice yoga?
No, no yoga experience is needed and you never have to participate in what yoga is offered.
There is mindful movement offered in the retreat to help ease physical tension.
Do I need to be an experienced knitter?
No, all levels of experience are welcome. I've had day one crafter sit beside life-long crafters. This retreat is not about skill it's about mindfulness and community.
What if I do another fiber craft like crochet?
All fiber crafts are welcome!!
I've had crochet, needlepoint, cross stitch, weaving, and spinning in the retreat.
About the Retreat Itself
How long is the retreat?
My retreats take place over a weekend.
Friday evening, all day Saturday, and Sunday morning
What does a typical day look like?
Every session has:
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Community Connection
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Community Conversation
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Mindful Movement
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Self Massage
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Meditation
How much free time is there?
Friday afternoon: from your check in until 7:00p
Saturday & Sunday morning: before 9am
Saturday afternoon: from 11:30a - 1:30p & 4:00 - 7:00p
What kinds of yoga and meditation are offered?
What I offer in the retreat is mindful movement.
Kripalu Center offers yoga that you are welcome to participate in.
Classes happen at 6:30a - 12noon - and 4:45p.
They offer a variety of levels of yoga: gentle, moderate, and vinyasa
Practical Details
Is there a project that everyone works on?
No, everyone brings their own project(s) to work on. I recommend bringing at least one project that is easy to work on without needing to reference a pattern, to support the crafting meditations.
What should I bring?
A project, or a few. Clothes that are comfortable to sit in and to move in.
What knitting supplies do I need?
Anything specific to your project. I will have a small supply of notions on hand and scissors.
What should I wear?
We will not be doing a traditional yoga class in our session but we will be moving and stretching.
I also recommend bringing layers, the program room temperature is challenging to get just right.
What accommodations/meals are provided?
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided with your accommodations or commuter fee (if you are not staying overnight at Kripalu).
There is a broad choice of sleeping accommodations at Kripalu. Visit their website to see what is most supportive to your needs.
Coming Alone?
Can I come by myself?
Yes, many folks come alone but they leave having made many new fiber friends~
Will I have opportunities to connect with other participants?
Yes, I create a lot of time for community connection and making new fiber friends during our time together
