A Weekend of Weaving

Join us for an immersive textile retreat with artist Jessie Mordine Young and a guided trip to the celebrated Sheep & Wool Festival.

Jessie Mordine Young holds a Master’s degree (2021) in the History of Decorative Arts, Design History, and Material Culture from the Bard Graduate Center in New York City and earned her BFA (2015) in Art History and Studio Art in Fiber and Material Studies from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She is a part-time lecturer/faculty at Parsons School of Design of The New School in NYC.

Her artwork has been exhibited internationally including Onna House SOHO NYC, Amelie Maison D’Art, Paris, France, Mana Contemporary, Jersey City, New Jersey, and The Invisible Dog Gallery, Brooklyn, New York. She has been able to share her practice in publications like Maake Magazine and the Create! Magazine’s Alchemy issue, she has also been interviewed such as Botanical Colors' Feedback Friday. She has collaborated with a diverse range of creative spaces and is a former resident of the Texere Textile Residency and Textilmiðstöð Iceland.

What to Expect

  • This weekend retreat is designed for creatives and curious beginners seeking a more intentional, hands-on experience rooted in connection through craft. It’s ideal for those interested in exploring weaving within a supportive, intimate environment that invites you to slow down and be present in a beautiful setting. Whether you’re looking to deepen your textile practice or step away from daily routines to reconnect with your creativity, the retreat offers a thoughtful balance of structure and open exploration. Timed alongside the Sheep & Wool Festival, it’s especially suited for those drawn to material culture, tactile processes, and making in community.

  • Create with nature in an inspirational environment and sleep among the stars. Choose from a design forward solo or shared accommodation. Farm fresh meals are provided.

  • Workshops led by Jessie Mordine Young, a Brooklyn-based textile artist, researcher, and faculty member at Parsons School of Design. With an MA from the Bard Graduate Center and a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Jessie brings a wealth of historical knowledge and technical expertise to her teaching.

  • A ticket & guided trip to the celebrated Sheep & Wool Festival on Saturday afternoon is included. Participants can choose to purchase materials to use in their works. Explore over 300 wool and fiber arts vendors & farms.

  • The GatherWild x Jessie Mordine is proud to offer a dedicated scholarship for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) artists and makers. This scholarship is designed to support greater access, representation, and equity within fiber arts by removing financial barriers to participation. 

    What’s Included:

    Scholarship recipients will receive complimentary workshops led by Jessie Mordine; all materials and instruction are fully provided. The retreat also includes on-site accommodation and entry to the Sheep and Wool Festival, offering a comfortable and restorative environment to learn, create, and connect in community.

    To be covered by the scholarship recipient:

    Transportation to and from the retreat and meals are covered by the participant. 

    This opportunity is intended for BIPOC individuals who would benefit from financial support and are interested in exploring or expanding their weaving practice. Through this scholarship, GatherWild and Jessie Mordine aim to cultivate a more inclusive and supportive creative space, where diverse voices and practices are welcomed, valued, and nurtured.

    To apply, please send a letter of intent and any past work in a portfolio (either in a PDF or website format) to hi@jessiemordineyoung.com and laura@gatherwild.com.

Daily Schedule

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FRIDAY
2 pm Friday check-in:
3 pm Welcome and announcements Team/coffee and announcement 
4 pm - 7:30 pm Tapestry Weaving 
8 pm Welcome dinner

SATURDAY
8 am Morning Yoga/Meditation: optional
9 am Breakfast
10 am - 1 pm Sheep & Wool festival
1 pm - 2 pm Packed Picnic Lunch (Weather Permitting)
Break/nap
3:30 pm - 7 pm Woven Bags
Dinner & Bonfire 

SUNDAY
8 am - 9 am Morning weaving session
9 am Breakfast
10 am - 1 pm finish weaving projects, enjoy the property
1pm lunch & goodbyes

SUNDAY Add-on:
Overnight Accommodation: $150
3 hour Dip & Dye session:  $150

Included Workshops

  • Begin your morning with gentle movement and setting intention.

  • In this workshop, you will learn the basics of frame loom weaving from warping the loom, to drafting a design, and to learning basic tapestry techniques. I will work alongside you, helping you develop your piece through every step of the textile-making process.  We will explore structure, image building and materiality- students will have the option to incorporate a variety of fibers and intentionally sourced objects such as dried botanicals, shells, stones, and beads as part of a process I call “tactile collage”.

    You will leave this class with a small wall-hanging or “woven drawing”. All materials will be provided and each student will take home their own Hello Loom to continue working on their project and weaving practice art home.

  • Join us for a 4-hour immersive workshop where you'll create your own woven shoulder bag or market tote. Perfect for beginners and weaving enthusiasts, this hands-on session offers a chance to explore 3-dimensional weaving techniques while crafting a functional, beautiful form. Guided by textile artist and educator Jessie Mordine Young, you'll learn the essentials of weaving and transform your creative vision into a tangible piece. Using recycled cotton cord, you'll produce a durable, flexible bag in your choice of colors, making it uniquely yours. Jessie will also introduce advanced techniques to help you expand your weaving practice and create variations on your design.

  • Extend your weekend to include Sunday night at the Ranch and a natural dye workshop.

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner together on Friday evening, 3 great meals on Saturday and early lunch together on Sunday all prepared by a local chef using farm fresh ingredients.

$1250

Shared Accommodation

Experience the weekend in a communal, artist-designed space that fosters connection and creative exchange. Our shared accommodations feature two sleeping spaces within a single room. This is the ideal choice for those looking to immerse themselves in the social energy of the retreat, or a great opportunity to share with a friend.

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$1550

Private Accommodation

For those seeking a quiet space to process their craft, our private accommodations offer a secluded retreat. Set within one of our unique, site-specific cabins or structures, these rooms feature a queen bed, bespoke furnishings, and expansive views of the surrounding landscape.

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Still have questions? Contact us directly.

For questions regarding the accommodations & logistics:
hello@gatherwild.com

For inquiries around the workshops:
hi@jessiemordineyoung.com