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Retreat Dates

Sept 26 - Oct 3, 2026

Our Home in italy

Davinia Villa in Chianti

3 full days of Instruction

with Brenda Stofft

Day & Night Excursions

nightly dinners + days in Florence and Siena

The needlepoint Trip of a lifetime

The needlepoint Trip of a lifetime

Join Stitching Fox and Brenda Stofft for an incredible 7 nights in Tuscany.  Beginning October 1st, we’re opening up an exciting trip for you to travel to Italy and take an exclusive felting retreat with Brenda Stofft. In coordination with Kathryn McMahon of Stitching Fox, who is an inspired world traveler and very excited to be offering this trip along with instructor Brenda Stofft, we have created a journey to Italy. 

davinia: La Dolce Vita

davinia: La Dolce Vita

Davinia is a stunning Tuscan retreat villa in the heart of Chianti, making it ideal for life’s most memorable occasions, accommodating up to 30 guests with 15 bedrooms and bathrooms.

Designed for relaxation and connection, the villa features expansive spaces, including a panoramic terrace for al fresco dining and a serene pool with countryside views. The villa's interiors blend rustic charm with modern comfort, featuring exposed wooden beams, terracotta floors, and brick archways. The ground floor boasts a spacious living room with a plush sofa, elegant armchairs, and large windows framing picturesque views. Upstairs, a cozy sitting room with a massive fireplace creates a warm, inviting ambiance for relaxation or gatherings. The independent dining room, accessible via an external staircase, includes a commercial-grade kitchen and versatile seating options. Guests can enjoy meals indoors at small tables or al fresco on the terrace, making every dining experience at Davinia both stylish and memorable.

The Villa Experience

The Villa Experience

Davinia is perfectly located between Greve and Panzano and within an hour of Florence, Siena, and San Gimignano. Its interiors blend traditional charm with modern comfort, featuring exposed beams, terracotta ceilings, and a cozy sitting room with a grand fireplace.

Step into Davinia’s exquisite outdoor spaces, where every detail has been thoughtfully curated to immerse you in the timeless beauty of Tuscany. Stroll through manicured gardens bursting with seasonal blooms, relax in shaded courtyards, perfect for quiet moments with a good book or an afternoon aperitivo. The panoramic terrace is a highlight, offering breathtaking views of the rolling Tuscan countryside. Here, al fresco dining becomes an unforgettable experience, whether you’re savoring a leisurely breakfast under the morning sun or enjoying a candlelit dinner as the hills turn golden at sunset. Just a short walk down comfortable stone steps lies the villa’s spacious swimming pool, set on a terraced level below the main grounds.

Designer & Instructor: Brenda Stofft

Designer & Instructor: Brenda Stofft

Brenda will be debuting a new needlefelt sculpture for us to create, more details to come! 

Brenda has been designing and stitching hand painted needlepoint since 1983. She has always enjoyed the challenge of creating dimensional pieces. Her inspiration comes from her vintage collections and her love of nature. She resides in southern Indiana with her husband David Reiners.

Retreat Cost: $4670.00

Secure your spot on this trip of a lifetime with a deposit of $1000, of which 50% is nonrefundable. Final payments are due by July 1, 2026. 

7 nights in Tuscany $3,175 per participant/double occupancy includes breakfast 6 mornings and 3 lunches at the villa, housekeeping, gratuity, and tax, as well as transportation to and from airport, and transporation to dinners and other excusions.

3 days Brenda Stofft felting retreat, $1,495/per stitcher. Includes all canvases, stitch guide, and threads.

Deposits from all participants are required at time of booking of $1000.00 per person of which 50% is non-refundable. Final payments are due by July 1, 2026.

Can I bring a spouse or other guest to share a room with?
Yes! Couples, mother/daughter pairs, etc, with only one of the two participating in instruction by Brenda Stofft, are absolutely welcome! Please register together by paying the deposit for both (hint: change Quantity to 2) and the remaining balance for your guest due on July 1, 2026 will be $2175.

Can I register by myself and still share a room? Can I pay a single supplement to NOT share a room?
Yes, and maybe. Participants traveling solo will be matched with a roommate once all spots have filled with deposits received. While we do not currently have a "single supplement" option, please let us know if you'd be interested in paying an additional fee (estimated $1800-$2500) for your own private room in the villa. We will gladly investigate this possibility if there is interest.

Original price $1,000.00 - Original price $3,670.00
Original price
$1,000.00
$1,000.00 - $3,670.00
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