Registration is open while spots last.
Registration for April Opens October 1st at 10am Eastern to the General Public. HIVE+ Members may register 48 hours earlier.
At Jittery Wings, we are committed to creating a community where every person feels safe, welcomed, and valued. That commitment is not passive. We actively protect this space for quilters of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds. Harassment, discriminatory language, and disrespectful behavior toward any member of this community will not be tolerated at our events, in the Hive, or anywhere the Jittery Wings name is attached. We hold this standard with love, and we take it seriously enough to act on it.
“If I had left after the first day’s lesson on color, it would have been worth my time. You have a way of explaining things so I can get it.”
What You Receive
You will be welcomed into a small, supportive group where personal growth and connection matter as much as fabric and design. Mitzie ensures that no one is left guessing or struggling alone.
2027 Rate Per Retreat: $440
"Mitzie is a wonderful teacher, explaining her Color Flow method in an easy to understand way, with plenty of visual examples to drive it home. Putting the method into practice was a great challenge, and her guidance once we dove into our own projects was immensely helpful. The atmosphere of the studio/retreat is positive and encouraging. It is so inspiring to be around other quilters eager to learn and see how their projects develop throughout the retreat. Downtown Newberry is charming, and everyone we encountered was friendly. Highly recommend this retreat."
Lessons You'll Hear
Who Should Attend
This retreat is designed for quilters who:
Beginner Quilters are welcome to attend. We have had students making their 1st quilt and their 100th quilt.
Mitzie will be supportive regardless of where you are on your journey.
Location + Logistics
Tuesday Opening Wine+ Dessert Reception 7pm-9pm
Wednesday 9am-9pm (Color Flow Lesson)
Thursday 9am-9pm (Value Sorting Lesson)
Friday 9am-9pm (Controlled Improv Layouts Lesson)
Saturday 9am-9pm (Piecing Your Quilt Top)
A personalized, curated bundle of 24 Fat Quarters
A Jittery Wings Pattern of your choice.
Complete support from Mitzie
during studio hours over the 4-day retreat.
Sewing, pressing, + cutting stations (1:2 ratio)
Columbia, 1 hour 5 minutes
Charlotte, 1 hour 40 minutes
Greenville, 1 hour 30 minutes
Asheville, 1 hour 40 minutes
(Charlotte usually has direct flights.)
"This retreat was a wonderful experience. Mitzie, Kelly, and all the other quilters were helpful and encouraging to one another. It's all about growing in your own way at your own pace. Everyone helped me to complete a portion of my quilting journey. Thank you all!"
Not at all. Beginner quilters are welcome. The retreat is designed to meet each participant where they are and build confidence in color and design, no matter their experience level. If you're a true beginner, please practice using your sewing machine and sewing a seam. Knowledge of how to use a rotary cutter is also helpful.
There’s no need to bring fabric — you will receive your own curated fat quarter bundle to make your quilt from. However, if participants prefer to bring their own, solids and blenders work best for the color flow process.
In 2027, we are extending the sewing time to 4 full days to help ensure you can lay out your quilt top, and most will get it sewn together. It mostly depends on your speed and the pattern you select. Some will have time to start a second quilt.
Mitzie continues to provide encouragement and support through email and the HIVE for anyone who wants guidance after the retreat ends.
Bring your basic sewing tools, rotary cutter, favorite ruler (24” is a great option), your sewing machine (a limited number are available for rent if needed), and thread. Everything else — fabric, design walls, 8 cutting stations for 16 people, and 8 pressing stations— will be waiting at the studio.
"Perfect for many levels of experience with quilting. Mitzie shares a lot of tips and tricks. It’s a very comfortable space; everything I needed was available. Mitzie creates a strong, caring sense of community and is encouraging and involved all along the way to a color-filled, gorgeous quilt."
Please read our Events Terms and Conditions before you Register.
You may only register yourself. One person per registration.
Where Color Meets Heart
The Color Flow Quilt Design Retreat is more than instruction — it is a hands-on, heart-centered experience that gives quilters the confidence to make bold color choices and the skills to carry them forward.
