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When: SAVE THE DATE! May 3-8, 2026
Where: Salina Island, Sicily, Italy | Principe di Salina
REGISTRATION OPENING SOON! Join the waitlist for updates.

Join The Sewing Workshop Team in Italy! In this relaxing retreat, you'll be spending the days immersing yourself in the cultural wonder, delight and beauty of Salina Island, Sicily. The event will take place at the luxurious Principe di Salina hotel, a wonderful location where we will be the exclusive guests at the resort, assuring a personal and curated experience.

Each day will begin with lessons in hand stitching led by Alex. Inspired by the beautiful Mediterranean setting, students will create a travel stitch fabric booklet, working to sketch, design and stitch their very own embroidery designs. Participants will also have the opportunity to embroider their own finished Crane St. Tee made in collaboration with Alabama Chanin. Each day, Alex will share her creative techniques in taking inspiration from your travels and using them to create your own embroidery stitches.

After the morning workshops, participants are invited to enjoy the full luxuries of the hotel and island. Every meal is included in this retreat; all prepared by the immaculate and savory selections of Principe di Salina hotel. Each afternoon is filled with an opportunity to explore the island and will include a visit to a local winery, boat trip, a cooking class and a beach day.

Participants will select Single Occupancy, Double Occupancy or Deluxe Occupancy during their time at Principe di Salina. There is also a Non-Participant option available for those who are not interested in stitching. REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!

About Salina Island | Sicily, Italy

Salina Island, Italy is one of the seven Aeolian islands to the north of Sicily. Salina is known for its quieter, greener base with vibrant mountains and vineyards. It is not just the beaches that attract tourists throughout the year, but also a vast cultural heritage, rich history, and lush natural vistas and sights. It is the greenest of all the islands in the archipelago. Here you will find full olive trees and sprawling vineyards that produce some of the finest (and most famous) Italian wines like Zibibbo and Malvasia DOC.

Highlights of Salina Island:

The island is composed of three districts: Santa Marina (& Lingua), Malfa, and Leni, each with their own unique personality
The island features beautiful volcanic beaches with crystal-clear waters, great cuisine and excellent wines
Enjoy a fantastic spa experience at the sought-after Hotel Signum
A premiere destination for ultimate relaxation; a sewing retreat like no other!