Join Anabella’s for the
2026 All Things Spring Cross Stitch Retreat
April 17th – 19th, 2026
Our itinerary includes a visit to
The Pioneer Woman’s Mercantile and Lodge
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What does the Registration Fee include?
3 Days of Stitching, Finishing & Fun
We’re thrilled to invite you to Pawhusa, OK for our 2026 All Things Spring Retreat — three inspiring days filled with stitching, finishing, friendship, and fun with trips to The Pioneer Woman’s Mercantile & Lodge.
Registration is NOW OPEN!
🪡 Three Days of Stitching
This retreat is all about stitching your heart out! Bring your favorite projects and enjoy dedicated stitching time each day. Whether you want to dive into every workshop or simply stitch the days away with friends, this retreat is designed with flexibility in mind.
🎓 Workshops – Included but Optional
Every registration includes access to our Make Finishing Fun™ workshops, including all supplies! Join as many as you’d like—or skip them and stitch at your leisure! *
Make Finishing Fun™ Workshops
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Cording (make your own trim)
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Flatfold Finishes
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Pillow Finishing
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BellaBoards™ – Using Paddles, Boards & Boxes
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Tart Tins
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Pin Cushions
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Wood Tags
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Easels
- Making Finishing Fun with Mixed Media Art
*subject to change
🎁 Swag Bag + Exclusive Designs
Every attendee will receive a special retreat swag bag filled with stitchy goodies, everything you need for ALL the workshops, plus exclusive new designs from Anabella’s Needleart created just for this retreat. These designs will debut at the retreat and won’t be available anywhere else!
🌸 Extra Fun in Pawhuska
We’ve also planned optional outings to The Mercantile and The Lodge
*subject to change
🛍️ Special vendors & Shopping
Along with stitching and finishing, you’ll have the chance to browse and shop from our wonderful vendors throughout the retreat:
A fun way to discover new creative products and bring a little extra inspiration home!
*subject to change
🏨 Hotel Information
Our host hotel is the Osage Casino & Hotel, just 4 minutes from The Mercantile
Rates are just $114– $154 per night plus tax and resort fee
Osage Casino & Hotel – Pawhuska
1421 John Dahl Avenue
Pawhuska, OK 74056
(877) 246-8777
Amenities You’ll Love
Escape your everyday and experience an unforgettable stay in our all-new Osage Casino Hotels! From the ground up, everything in our hotels was designed with your comfort in mind. Guests will appreciate the thoughtful furnishings and luxury finishes apparent in every room. The artwork, crafted by Osage tribal artists, will transport you. And, as always, you can expect to experience the height of service and hospitality.
📅 Dates: April 17th-19th, 2026
📍 Location: Osage Casino & Hotel – Pawhuska, OK
🎟️ Registration: Now open for everyone on our Get Notified list!
✨ Whether you’re here to learn finishing techniques, shop with vendors, or simply stitch the days away with friends, the 2026 All Things Spring Retreat will leave you inspired, refreshed, and ready to Make Finishing Fun™.
+ Schedule? When does the retreat start & end?
Friday April 17th, 2026
8:00 am Registration opens
9:00 am – Welcome
9:15 am – 10:00 pm Stitching Room Open
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Optional Event at The Mercantile or The Lodge (depending on group reservation)
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00pm -10:00 pm – Popcorn & PJ’s Pajama Party, late night stitching, games & prizes, Smalls Exchange
Saturday April 18th, 2026
8:00 am – 12:00 noon – Stitching, workshops, Anabella’s Attic, Vendor Village
8:00am – 10:00 pm Stitching Room Open
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Optional Event at The Mercantile or The Lodge (depending on group reservation)
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Stitching, workshops, Anabella’s Attic, Vendor Village
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00 pm -10:00 pm Popcorn & PJ’s, late night stitching, Raffle, games & prizes
Sunday April 19th, 2026
8:00 am – 8:00 pm – Stitching Room Open, workshops, Anabella’s Attic, Vendor Village
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Lunch on Own
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Stitching, workshops, Anabella’s Attic, Vendor Village
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Open Stitching
8:00 pm – Farewell
*schedule is subject to change
+ Where is it held?
The 2026 All Things Spring Retreat
🏨 Hotel Information
Osage Casino & Hotel
1421 John Dahl Avenue
Pawhuska, OK 74056
(877) 246-8777
Room Rates: $114– $154 /night plus tax and resort fee
Amenities
Osage Casino Hotel Highlights
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- 47 Luxury Guestrooms
- 100% Non-Smoking Hotel
- 49” Flat Screen TV’s
- iHome Clock Radios
- Keurig Coffee Makers
- In-Room Safes
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout property
- Outdoor Pool with Poolside Bar
- 24 Hour Fitness Center
- Complimentary Bus Parking
- Onsite Restaurant and Bar Open Until 2:00am Daily
If the hotel sells out, you can find other hotels in the area here
+ How many guests at each table?
Plan on tables of 6.
+ What about lighting?
The conference center is quite large with both overhead and natural lighting. We recommend you bring a battery operated lamp if you think you will require more lighting. There will be power towers at each table, however there will be no extension cords allowed at any table for safety reasons.
If you do not have a battery operated light, you can visit Amazon here for some ideas.
Please remember to bring extra batteries!
+ What about transportation
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By Air: Tulsa International Airport ➡️➡️ Map and Directions to Hotel
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By Car
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By Shuttle/Taxi/Rideshare: Uber, Lyft, and local taxis are readily available for airport transfers or trips into Pawhuska and Osage County
+ Smalls Exchange?
We ask that you do not include any other items in the Smalls Exchange to honor and respect other attendees who may not have been able to afford extra goodies. You are free to give gifts to your tablemates or other attendees, but please refrain from including them in the Smalls Exchange. Thanks so much!
+ FlossToss?
Throughout the weekend we will have a number of games you can participate in. For the FlossToss game, please bring 6 skeins of DMC cotton embroidery floss.
+ Fabulous Finishes?
+ Fabulous Freebies?
+ What Should I Bring?
Here is a list of things that you might want to bring:
- Your favorite PJ’s for our nightly Popcorn & PJ’s party! Prizes will be awarded for best dressed, cutest, most innovative and silliest!
- Battery Operated Light & extra batteries
- Project bags
- Floss
- Extra needles
- Water Vessel
- Reading glasses
- Q Snap or hoop
- Snacks
- Sewing Mat
- Embroidery Scissors
- Seam Ripper
- ORT container for those snipped threads
- Smalls Exchange Gift (optional)
- Charitable Donation – Unwrapped book child 0-18
- 6 skeins of DMC floss
- Fabulous Finishes – Show us your favorite finishes!
- Fabulous Freebies – Gift a chart to a friend on our Fabulous Freebies table
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Gifts for tablemates (optional)
- Bring a sweater, sweatshirt or jacket. We keep the rooms cold to reduce the spread of flu and Covid.
- Chair Cushion – (Optional)
- Emergency Contact Card – Hand this in at registration. It is kept confidential and with Elayne, If something happens to you, what do we need to know and who do we need to call?
- Surgical Masks – (Optional) Please note: Some guests may elect to wear a mask. Please be respectful of their choice.
- Pen & Pad – If you want to take notes at any classes
- Cash – some Vendors may not accept credit cards.
+ Anabella's Attic & Vendor Shopping?
We will have a Vendor Marketplace as well as Anabella’s Pop Up shop. Hours to be determined.
+ Retreat Etiquette?
Here are some things to keep in mind:
- Dress comfortably but refrain from tee shirts that may offend other attendees ie: political statements etc. (Yep! It’s been a thing)
- You will be sharing a table with other guests. Please be mindful of your area so that you don’t encroach into your neighbors space. Place items not in use under the table or under your chair. For safety reasons, all aisles must be kept clear at all times. (Yep! Folks have fallen despite our best efforts)
- No selling, self-promoting, passing out literature, or taking surveys from our guests. You are welcome to become a vendor if you would like to promote your hand-made goods, shop, website or upcoming event. Anyone found in violation during the event will be asked to leave. (Yep! Believe it or not this happens often.)
- Bring your smiling face and positive attitude and let’s enjoy a wonderful weekend together!
+ Charitable Donation?
Anabella’s gives back to each community where we host an event, and children in the foster care system are very close to our hearts. If you’re so inclined, please bring an unwrapped book for a child ages 0–18. These books will be donated to the Foster Care program in Pawhuska or Osage County.
Let’s put a smile on the faces of as many children as possible who are currently waiting for their forever family!
+ What about meals?
+ Are the Events optional?
Yes! We are planning to visit The Mercantile and The Lodge. Due to the size of our group, it is likely these will be split over Friday and Saturday. We will now more when The Lodge begins accepting free reservations as we get closer to the event. The Stitching Room will remain open for those who wish to sit and stitch. See the Schedule tab above for more info!
+ Can I be a vendor or send a Trunk Show?
+ Refunds?
+ What if I have another question?
Have you read all of the FAQ’s? If you are ready to register, complete the form below! We can’t wait to see you there!
2026 All Things Spring Retreat
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