September 19–20, 2026
Treat yourself to a creative weekend getaway—without leaving town.
Join us for two inspiring days of stitching, learning, laughter, and friendship at The Intrepid Thread's My Happy Place Staycation Retreat featuring internationally recognized appliqué artist Dena Rosenberg.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your appliqué skills, spend uninterrupted time with your sewing machine, or simply enjoy a weekend surrounded by fellow makers, this special event is designed to feel like a retreat while keeping you close to home.
Your Retreat Includes:
- Two full days of instruction with Dena Rosenberg
- A beautiful appliqué project and expert guidance
- Lunch and snacks on both Friday and Saturday
- Open sewing time until 9:00 PM each evening
- A welcoming, relaxed atmosphere with plenty of time to stitch, visit, and create
- Door prizes, surprises, and special retreat treats
The Class Kit is available separately here
Schedule
Friday, September 19
- Class instruction 10:30 AM- 5:00 PM
- Lunch and refreshments included
- Open Sew until 9:00 PM
Saturday, September 20
- Class instruction 10:30 AM- 5:00 PM
- Lunch and refreshments included
- Open Sew until 9:00 PM
Please Note
This is a "staycation-style" retreat and does not include overnight accommodations. Local guests can enjoy the convenience of returning home each evening, while out-of-town attendees are welcome to arrange lodging at one of the many nearby hotels.
Space is limited to ensure a comfortable and personal learning experience.
Come spend a weekend immersed in creativity, make new friends, learn from one of the best appliqué teachers in the industry, and leave inspired to continue your stitching journey.
Dena Has over 25 years of teaching experience. A precision piecer and Marti Michell Grand Ruler, Dena is also an avid appliquer. Applique Away on Galveston Bay, Baltimore on the Prairie, Academy of Appliqué, International Quilt Festival in Houston and various quilt guilds and shops fill her resume. Her applique roots are grounded in Baltimore Album, however, her love is broderie perse having been a student and friend of Cynthia Collier’s since she moved from Georgia to Texas. Dena looks at quilting as a journey that leads you from one technique to another
Born in West Virginia, Dena’s grandmother was a quilter making quilts more for necessity to keep a large family warm more than beauty. Although Dena never witnessed her grandmother quilt, she owns several quilts she created and her prized procession is one that was made just for her.
Dena met her husband David commuting into New York City from New Jersey on a bus to work. They have been married over 39 years and have one son and daughter. Three grandsons and a granddaughter fill their lives with joy and they love spending as much time with them as possible
Teaching is Dena’s passion and she loves passing her love for quilting on to others while having fun doing it. Helping her students on their own quilting journey is something Dena feels privileged to do.