Fall Retreat Supply List

Eco-Printing, Stitching & Independent Studio Practice

This retreat is designed as an immersive, communal making experience. While we will have short introductory workshops with Theresa Brown (eco-printing on leather) and Claudia Lee (stitching on paper), the majority of your time is open for independent exploration and personal work.

You are encouraged to bring a variety of materials and projects—this is your time to deepen your practice, experiment freely, and work alongside others in a shared creative environment.

We will also have an indigo vat available for shibori. Suzanne will provide a selection of shibori tools and supplies for shared use, but you are welcome to bring your own tools and materials if you have specific techniques you’d like to explore. Suzanne will also bring some shibori stencils you are welcome to use, and she will be available to assist you with the stitching

Botanical materials are abundant on-site and may be foraged during the retreat, adding another layer of connection to place and process. (bring clippers)

Core Materials to Bring

Fabrics & Textiles:

• Natural fiber fabrics (cotton, linen, silk) for eco-printing and indigo

• Previously dyed, printed, or meaningful cloth for further exploration

• Fabric for stitching, layering, or combining techniques

Papers (for stitching & mixed media):

• Handmade, decorative, or found papers

• Old book pages, maps, or personal ephemera

Threads & Stitching Supplies:

• Threads (cotton, linen, silk, embroidery floss, etc.)

• Needles suitable for your materials

• Any personal stitching tools you enjoy working with

Workshop-Specific Materials

Eco-Printing on Leather (Theresa Brown):

• Wool or cotton blanket pieces (for bundling)

• Old sheets or cotton fabric for layering

• String or strong cotton twine

• Wooden dowels or PVC pipes (for rolling bundles)

• Surgical or nitrile gloves

• Apron or studio clothes

Theresa will provide leather (materials fee applies) and dyes.

Stitching on Paper (Claudia Lee):

• Self-healing cutting mat

• X-Acto knife with extra blades

• Metal ruler

• Pencil

• Scissors

• Masking tape

• White glue (such as Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue or similar)

• Small glue brush

• Small jar for water

• Washcloth or dishcloth

Claudia will provide an assortment of papers and waxed linen thread.

Indigo & Shibori (Open Studio Use)

• Cloth suitable for indigo dyeing (natural fibers only)

• Any personal shibori tools (optional)

• Rubber Bands, string

• Items you’ve been wanting to overdye or transform

Personal & Retreat Essentials

• Comfortable studio clothing (that can get messy)

• Layers for changing temperatures

• Clothing and shoes for outdoor activities (day trips, hiking, tubing)

• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)

• Reusable water bottle

• Exercise attire if you want to participate in any group exercise programs at the ranch

Optional but Highly Encouraged

• Ongoing or unfinished projects

• Sketchbook or notebook for recording ideas and results

• Mark-making tools (stamps, stencils, brushes, etc.)

• A small kit to keep your tools organized

A Note from the Studio

This retreat is intentionally spacious. The workshops are meant to inspire and introduce techniques—but the true value is in the time to work, reflect, and create in community.

Bring what excites you. Bring what you’ve been meaning to finish. Bring what you’re curious about.

There is room here for all of it.

Cabins

If staying in the cabins onsite, you may wish to bring your own pillow, the cabins are rustic and some of the furnishings have not been updated in a while. the kitchens seem to be pretty well stocked with dishes, pots/pans and utensils. You will need to get your own paper products. (there are dish towels)

Also bring a beach towel in case we go tubing.

Outdoor chair if driving.

Also don’t forget a swimsuit/ sun shirt, any special snacks.

There is a convenience store just a few miles away, however the closest grocery stores will be the IGA in

McCayesville (you will pass if coming from Atlanta via Blue Ridge) or there are an Ingles and Walmart in Murphy (about 30 minutes)

I have found in the past a Grocery run is made every few days.

You will also want to stop in route if you want adult beverages.