Get ready to unplug, unwind, and stitch your heart out at Stitch Camp by Handi Quilter—a one-of-a-kind sit & stitch quilting retreat designed for creativity, connection, and serious progress on your quilting projects.
Join us September 20–24 at the beautiful Davis Conference Center in Layton, Utah, for a few unforgettable days surrounded by fellow quilters who get it. Whether you’re looking to finally finish that quilt top or start something brand new, this retreat gives you the time, space, and inspiration to make it happen.
You’ll enjoy:
- ✨ Dedicated sewing time to work on your own quilting projects at your own pace
- The option to stitch along with special guest sewlebrity HollyAnne Knight of String & Story, featuring daily demos and a guided project (details coming soon!)
- Inspiring trunk shows from Veruschka Zarate of Pride and Joy Quilting and Kristina Whitney of Kristina’s Quilting
- ️ A welcome dinner on Sunday evening and all meals included through breakfast on Thursday morning
- A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere—perfect for coming solo or bringing your quilting crew
- Plenty of swag and fun prizes for everyone!
We’ll provide irons and cutting stations—just bring your own sewing machine and projects to work on. Each quilter will have their own space to set up their machine and spread out!
Important details:
- Location: Layton, Utah
- ✈️ Airfare, hotel accommodations, and transportation to/from Salt Lake City International Airport are not included
- ♀️ Friends are highly encouraged—everything’s better with a stitch squad
Spots will fill quickly, so pack your machine, grab your fabric, and come ready to create, connect, and recharge at Stitch Camp by Handi Quilter.
Sunday, September 20
3:00 – 4:30 PM: Registration
5:00 – 8:00 PM: Welcome Dinner, HollyAnne Trunk Show
8:00 – 11:00 PM: Late night sewing
Monday, September 21
7:00 AM: Early Bird Sewing
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch buffet
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Dinner
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Veruschka Zarate Trunk Show
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Late Night Sewing
Tuesday, September 22
7:00 AM: Early Bird Sewing
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch buffet
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Dinner
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Kristina Whitney Trunk Show
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Late Night Sewing
Wednesday, September 23
7:00 AM: Early Bird Sewing
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch buffet
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: HollyAnne Knight Demonstration
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Dinner
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Stitch Your Story Show & Tell Night
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Late Night Sewing
Thursday, September 24
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Pack up and depart
Featured speakers will include:
HollyAnne Knight of String and Story
Veruschka Zarate of Pride and Joy Quilting
Kristina Whitney of Kristina’s Quilting
More details coming soon!
The conference hotel for Handi Quilter Academy is the Hilton Garden Inn in Layton, UT.
Make your reservations by phone: (801) 416-8899, ask for the Handi Quilter block rate (24 hours a day, 7 days a week). Be sure to mention Handi Quilter to take advantage of the reduced rates we have negotiated for Handi Quilter Academy.
Reserve your room here
Hotel amenities
Maps and directions
Guest Rooms
Guest rooms offer one king or two queen or two double beds, hospitality center, high speed Internet access, large business desk, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, coffeemaker, refrigerator, microwave, two line phones and voicemail.
You may also choose one of the other hotels near the Davis Conference Center. Many are within walking distance, but if not, you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the Davis Conference Center.
Home2Suites by Hilton, Layton – (801) 820-9222 Special Rate Available
Fairfield by Marriott, Layton – (801) 444-1600
Hampton Inn, Layton
Holiday Inn Express, Layton
Best Western Plus Layton Park, Layton
Towneplace by Marriott, Layton
Courtyard by Marriott, Layton
Comfort Inn, Layton
La Quinta, Layton
***PLEASE NOTE: Handi Quilter is not responsible for transportation or details. We merely provide options here for our attendees.***
Flying – Salt Lake International Airport
“The approach to Salt Lake International Airport is one of the most impressive in the country, with the Wasatch Mountains rising abruptly to the east and the Great Salt Lake glistening to the north. From the air you get a great view of Salt Lake’s downtown district and you see just how close, and convenient, the airport is to the city.
Salt Lake City International Airport is located just five miles northwest and 10 minutes away from downtown Salt Lake City. Buses, trains and parking lots are all accessible at the airport. The airport works with all major U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, US Airways, Continental, SkyWest, jetBlue, and United; it services several non-stop international flights.”
The Davis Conference Center is located off I-15 in Layton, Utah, and is just 20 minutes north of the Salt Lake International Airport. Utah’s Frontrunner Commuter Rail system is only minutes away. The Salt Lake International Airport Website provides additional transportation information for your convenience including Trax, buses, shuttles, cabs, Paratrans, and route/parking information.
Utah Transit Authority – (Trax, Bus & Trolley)
Public transportation to and from the Salt Lake City International Airport is provided by the Utah Transit Authority (UTA)
The address to enter for your destination is:
1651 North 700 West
Layton, Utah 84041
Shuttles, Taxi, Uber, Limo, or other transportations can be found on their pages, or summarized on the Salt Lake City Airport Transportation Page.
Other Ground Transportations including Rental Cars, Taxi and other options can be found at: https://www.visitsaltlake.com/getting-around/ground-transportation
- Check in is on Sunday, September 20, 3:00–4:30 pm in the Meridian Ballrooms, Davis Conference Center.
- If you will not arrive until later, you can check in Monday morning during breakfast at the reception desk.
- A Welcome Dinner and Keynote speaker will be on Sunday evening
- Room temperatures fluctuate, so we advise wearing layers.
- Comfy shoes are a great idea as well!
- Transportation- Handi Quilter does not provide transportation to/from the airport.
- Suggestions are listed for you on the Handi Quilter website.
- Meals provided: Breakfast: Monday–Thursday, Lunch: Monday–Wednesday, Dinner: Sunday–Wednesday
- Please note: meals are for registered Stitch Camp attendees only—no outside guests, please.
- Stitch Camp concludes at 9 am on Thursday, September 24.
- Please make your travel arrangements accordingly.