Secret Garden Retreat 2026
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Retreat Live Days: May 16th & 17th, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM EDT
Step into a charming, creative escape where imagination wanders, creativity blooms, and every project feels a little magical. The Secret Garden Retreat 2026 is an immersive virtual crafting experience designed to help you slow down, explore your creativity, and bask in the joy of making — all from the comfort of your own home.
🍃 What’s Included in Your Virtual Weekend Pass:
- 6 Live Workshops led by industry-loved instructors
- Versatile Retreat Kit featuring never-before-seen designs created especially for this event.
- Bonus Pre-Recorded Workshop from Jennifer McGuire
- Downloadable PDF Instructions to follow along stress-free
TOTAL Value: over $900
Picture this: six inspiring live workshops, top-tier instructors, and a thoughtfully curated retreat experience filled with elegant designs, layered details, and storytelling charm. From serene garden scenes to timeless floral compositions, every element is designed to help you feel calm, creative, and deeply inspired.
Featuring an all-star lineup:
Tasnim Ahmed, Cathy Zielske, Yana Smakula, Jaycee Gaspar, Amy Rysavy, Therese Calvird, and bonus content from the amazing Jennifer McGuire.
Each instructor brings a unique creative perspective, guiding you through thoughtful techniques, design approaches, and inspiring projects that encourage relaxed, joyful crafting.
🎟️ Spots are limited and always go fast—grab yours before it’s gone!
Extra Perk! Sign up for the retreat for the first 3 days to get special discounts on the retreat add-on bundles! (Please choose the bundles from the pop up window) valid until January 18, 2026.
Even More Reasons You Can’t Miss This Retreat:
- Live Q&A Session with the Altenew Leadership Team
- Unlimited Replay Access — watch anytime, at your own pace
- Giveaways & Prizes throughout the retreat
- Surprise Extras sprinkled along the way
- Early Access to new Altenew products before wider release
Optional curated Ink, Crafting Essentials, and Cardstock Add-on Bundles available—perfectly paired with your kit to make your projects shine even brighter.
Secret Garden Retreat 2026 isn’t just another crafting event — it’s a creative getaway designed to help you feel calm, inspired, and fulfilled. Expect flowing vines, painterly florals, cozy architectural elements, and designs that layer and mix effortlessly to tell a story.
🚨 IMPORTANT: Please read the FAQs below for additional details. If you’ve previously unsubscribed from our emails, you won’t receive updates about the retreat. Click here to resubscribe to our newsletters now so you don’t miss out on any announcements, access links, or surprise perks. Need help? Our team’s here for you—email support@altenew.com with any questions.
PLEASE NOTE: This product is not eligible for any sitewide free gift offers due to the special nature of the Secret Garden Retreat and its associated kits
The retreat kit will start shipping in early April. If you add other items to your Secret Garden retreat registration, they will all ship together in early April.
- Antique Book Spines Die Set
- Canvas Blossoms Layering Stencil Set (6 in 1)
- Cottage Charm Stamp Set
- Fence Line Flora Die Set
- Honorable Sentiments Stamp Set
- Honorable Sentiments Die Set
- Luxurious Floral Harmony Layering Die Set
- Pedestal Vases 3D Embossing Folder & Die Set
- Trailing Trellis Die Set
- Vines & Blooms Die Set
- Crafty Necessities: Sunny Sherbet Multi-Color Cardstock Pack (10 Sheets/Set)
- Brushed Gold Metallic Cardstock (10 sheets/set)
Instructors will share their supply lists two weeks before the event. You can use basic supplies you already have or purchase additional items based on the lists provided. We have also shared curated add-on kits for a seamless crafting experience:
Once the supply list is ready, we will notify you via email. You can find the supply list for each class under its respective lessons in the retreat section of Altenew Academy.
Exclusive project instructions PDFs will be emailed a week before the event. These PDFs include step-by-step project instructions and preparation tasks. A printable copy of the instructions will also be included in the kit.
Yes, the products designed for the retreat will be released sometime after the retreat.
The retreat is virtual and will be hosted on Zoom. Zoom links will be emailed and posted in the retreat Facebook group 2-5 days before the event. Please ensure you have the Zoom client installed and up to date to attend the live classes on May 16th and 17th. If you need assistance, many video tutorials are available on the Zoom website. If you don’t have the Zoom client, you may access the retreat via a browser (with limitations). If you already have the Zoom client, please launch it once before the retreat to ensure you have the latest updates.
Yes! You’ll receive an invitation to join the exclusive retreat Facebook group closer to the event date. This group is a great place to connect with instructors and fellow participants. The link will also be included in your order confirmation email, so be sure to check your email carefully when purchasing the retreat.
We’ll also host exciting pre-retreat events like product & project reveals, unboxing, and demo sessions. To ensure a smooth acceptance into the group, make sure to join and answer the membership questions. In addition, we’ll share details about the prep session to help you get ready for the retreat and complete any pre-retreat assignments from the instructors.
Don’t worry! All information will be shared via email as well. You can also reach out to us at support@altenew.com for any questions or assistance.
Class recordings will be uploaded after the retreat and accessible on the Altenew Academy site starting Monday, May 18th.
If you're new to Altenew Academy, don't worry, we've got you covered! Take a look at THIS helpful pictorial guide to assist you through your class journey. You can also watch this How It Works video video or THIS video from last year’s retreat.
Yes! We have color swatches for all coloring mediums on our website. Please find our ink color swatches below
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