From One Pattern: A Wardrobe Story for Girls (Dress making with Corrie Burger)
With Corrie Burger
September 9 - 13, 2026
Sew, Create, and Be Inspired at 50 Acre Woods
Escape to the peaceful beauty of Northern Middle Tennessee for a five-day, four-night sewing retreat designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Nestled in the serene woodlands of Palmyra, TN, 50 Acre Woods offers the perfect blend of comfort, inspiration, and connection.
Join expert tailor Corrie Burger for a unique garment-making experience where one pattern becomes a beautiful collection of dresses. Whether you’re a quilter ready to expand your skills or simply looking for a creative getaway, this retreat provides the time, space, and guidance to grow.
Enjoy spacious, thoughtfully equipped workstations, comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals prepared daily. With a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, you’ll have the freedom to learn, create, and connect with others who share your passion.
From focused sewing sessions to laughter-filled evenings, your time at 50 Acre Woods will leave you refreshed, inspired, and proud of what you’ve accomplished.
From One Pattern: A Wardrobe Story for Girls
September 9–13, 2026
Includes: Instruction, lodging, and 3 meals per day
Description: Create multiple dresses from one pattern while learning how to customize, fit, and transform each piece with guidance from a professional tailor
Bring: Sewing machine, chosen pattern, fabrics, and basic sewing supplies (full list provided after registration)
About the Leader
Corrie Burger
Corrie Burger is a talented South African needlework educator and designer who relocated to the United States following her retirement—an exciting new chapter that coincided with the birth of her granddaughter. She now resides in Brentwood, Tennessee, near Nashville, where she enjoys sharing her passion for sewing with a new community. Corrie earned her Bachelor […]
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