SECRET GARDEN RETREAT is back! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable creative adventure! Date: May 3rd & 4th, 2025, with an additional bonus class on May 18th.

For the FIRST TIME ever, Altenew's product development team worked with your amazing instructors to design the exclusive products for this one-of-a-kind retreat! 

Prepare for an exhilarating adventure at Altenew's Secret Garden Retreat. Seats are LIMITED, so reserve yours now! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this retreat promises to inspire, educate, and elevate your skills - all from the comfort of your home.

• 6 Workshops/Virtual Weekend Retreat Pass (valued over $600)
• Exclusive Retreat Kit with extra supplies (valued over $330)
• Bonus Jennifer McGuire Virtual Workshop Pass (valued over $100) 
• SPECIAL pre-retreat events! Enjoy LIVE unboxing and demo sessions in the retreat’s private Retreat Attendees ONLY Facebook group!
• Get MORE bang for your buck as you participate in giveaways after each workshop and win over $750 in PRIZES!

Instructors: Tasnim Ahmed, Yana Smakula, Kristina Werner, Dawn Woleslagle, Jaycee Gaspar, Mindy Eggen, Jennifer Mcguire (May 18th at 3 PM EDT)

Dates: May 3rd & 4th, 2025, Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT | May 18th, Time: 3 PM EDT

TOTAL Value: over $999

Additional Perks:

• Discover more cardmaking tips and inspiration again and again as you enjoy unlimited access to recordings anytime, anywhere!
• BONUS! Join a LIVE Q&A session with the Altenew Leadership Team - here’s your chance to ask them your burning questions about releases, designs, and more!
• Instruction PDFs (valued at $30)

Pair the kit with a specially curated Ink Add-on Bundle!

This is more than just a crafting retreat – it’s an opportunity to connect, create, and grow within a community of like-minded crafters. Join us for a weekend of creativity and inspiration! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind crafting experience! 

Don't miss out on the magic – join us for days filled with inspiration, innovation, and the joy of crafting at its finest! We can't wait to see you at the Secret Garden Retreat 2025!

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Our normal order processing time prior to shipping is 3 - 4 business days. Customs fees and policies vary for each country and may change regularly. Learn more HERE.

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<p>The retreat kit will start shipping at the <b>beginning of April</b>. If you add other items with your May retreat registration, they will all ship together at the beginning of April.
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<p>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.</p>
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<p>Once the supply list is ready, we will notify you via email. You can find the supply list for each class under their respective lessons in the retreat section of Altenew Academy.</p>
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<button class="accordion"><b>When will we get access to the project instructions?</b></button>
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<p>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 instructions will also be included in the kit.</p>
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<p>No, the kit will not be released after the retreat. However, a limited number of leftover products from the kit may be available for purchase.</p>
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<p>The retreat is virtual and will be hosted on the<span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://zoom.us/download" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Zoom platform</a></span>. Zoom links will be emailed and posted in the retreat Facebook group two days before the event. Please ensure you have the Zoom client installed and updated to attend the live classes on May 3rd and 4th. If you need assistance, many video tutorials are available on the <span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/zendesk/sso?return_to=https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Zoom website</a></span>. If you don’t have the Zoom client, you may access the retreat via a browser (with limitations). If you already have the <span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://zoom.us/download" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Zoom client</a></span>, please launch it once before the retreat to ensure you have the latest updates.
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<p>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.
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<p>Don’t worry! All information will be shared via email as well. You can also reach out to us at <b>support@altenew.com</b> for any questions or assistance. </p>
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<p>Class recordings will be uploaded after the retreat and accessible on the Altenew Academy site starting <b>Monday, May 5th.</b></p>
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<button class="accordion"><b>How do I access Altenew Academy?</b></button>
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<p>If you're new to Altenew Academy, don't worry, we've got you covered! Take a look at <span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/z109hm3ybts7zh2ae9fc1/Altenew-Academy.pdf?rlkey=rk3j8vu219scuzgc25xavli01&dl=0" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">THIS</a></span> helpful <span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/z109hm3ybts7zh2ae9fc1/Altenew-Academy.pdf?rlkey=rk3j8vu219scuzgc25xavli01&dl=0" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">pictorial guide</a></span> to assist you through your class journey. You can also watch this <span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://altenewacademy.com/how-it-works/" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">How It Works video</a></span>.</b></p>
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<p>The exclusive retreat kit includes:</p>
<li>Creative Labels Stamp Set</li>
<li>Creative Labels Die Set</li>
<li>Elegant Flourish 3D Embossing Folder</li>
<li>Elegant Flourish Simple Coloring Stencil Set (3 in 1)</li>
<li>One-Go: Friendship Flowers Stamp Set</li>
<li>One-Go: Friendship Flowers Layering Stencil Set (6 in 1)</li>
<li>One-Go: Friendship Flowers Die Set</li>
<li>Ornamental Lantern Layering Die Set</li>
<li>Ornamental Poppies Layering Die Set</li>
<li>Paneled Doors Layering Die Set</li>
<li>Willow Branches Die Set</li>
<li>Willow Branches Layering Stencil Set (6 in 1)</li>
<li>Zero-Waste: Wildflower Meadow Die</li>
<li>Storage Pockets: 10.75" x 7.5" (10 pieces/set)</li>
<li>Zip n' Stash (1 piece, random color)</li>
<li>Multi-color Cardstock Pack (10 sheets/set) - (Pink Diamond, Rubellite, Berrylicious, Buttercream, Citronella, Green Gold, Grass Field, Mountain Pine, Dew Drops, and Aqualicious)</li>
<li>Mini Blending Brush Set (Flat Bristles)</li>
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<li><span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://altenew.com/pages/color-swatches" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">All Color Swatches</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0388/7541/files/Altenew_Color_Swatches_New_Fresh_Dye_Ink_Colored_bd942270-ec28-4bd4-baed-d346fa978616.pdf?v=1696317669" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Fresh Dye Ink Swatches</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0388/7541/files/Altenew_Color_Swatches_Amy_Tangerine_New_Fresh_Dye_Ink_Colored_6dece062-f810-4ff8-9ff0-71699eab0e04.pdf?v=1686538179" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Amy Tangerine x Altenew Fresh Dye Ink Swatches</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0388/7541/files/Altenew_Color_Swatches_Crisp_Dye_Inks_Colored_542fa04c-c173-4d94-9699-4ed0cdd178d2.pdf?v=1638845224" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Altenew Crisp Dye Ink Color Swatches</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #bf9000;"><a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0388/7541/files/Altenew_Color_Swatches_Pigment_Inks_Colored.pdf?v=1633834975" style="color: #bf9000;" target="_blank">Altenew Pigment Ink Color Swatches</a></span></li>
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