Bra Talk Retreat April 30 - May 4, 2025 - Wed-Sun
We are so excited to share The Bra Talk Retreat will be hosted at the National Conference Center in Leesburg, Virginia….and the best part of the registration is it’s all-inclusive of accommodations and meals for 4 nights Wednesday - Sunday. For those of our friends that will be traveling to the area for the Retreat, you have a choice of single occupancy or double suite occupancy…all queen beds. For our friends that live in the area, we also have a “retreat only” registration and all meals are provided for every participant including snacks. Once your registration is complete, you will be assigned a room based on your occupancy choice.
Full Registration is still open.
If you have already secured your spot during pre-registration you are welcome to continue making payments on your registration which can be whatever amount you like in February, March, and final balance paid no later than March 31. Incidentals at the conference center hotel will be your responsibility.
VENUE:
The Bra Talk Retreat 2025
National Conference Center
18665 Conference Center Dr.
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-724-5139
ACCOMODATIONS:
Single Occupancy: $2100
Retreat Only: $1350
Retreat Schedule:
Wednesday 4/30 - check-in 4pm - Retreat activity until 10pm
Thursday, 5/1 - 9am-10pm
Friday, 5/2 - 9am - 10pm
Saturday, 5/3 - 9am - 10pm
Sunday, 5/4 - 9am - 1pm
TRANSPORTATION:
Washington Dulles Int’l Airport is the closet airport choice to the venue - UberX is priced about $35.00 and is a 20min ride to the National Conference Center.
****RETREAT INFORMATION****
You are cordially invited to join us in the art of bra-making! We are thrilled to extend this invitation for an in-person gathering where we will spend a weekend sewing and, even more excitingly, making bras. Whether you're a beginner or at an experienced level, everyone is welcome to join us
Registration must be paid in full until March 31. If you’d like to pay half/half, please send an email with a request as pre-registration is over.
For those who have never crafted a bra, this is your chance to learn from scratch and leave with a well-fitting bra and much more!
The retreat will cover:
- Taking accurate measurements
- Understanding bra patterns and materials
- The importance of a fitting band
- New this year: Bra Talk Fit Clinic
- Crafting a second bra and matching panty
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We also invite experienced bra-makers to advance their skills with techniques and specialty bras or explore new patterns throughout the remainder of the weekend. Topics include:
- Achieving a better fit in our new "Fit Clinic"
- Going Strapless or Longline
- An introduction to corsetry
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LIST OF SUPPLIES TO BRING WITH YOU:
Sewing Machine (if you are traveling, we will have machines to rent for $50)
Your basic sewing kit/tools: cutting, measuring, thread, needles, etc.)
Whatever you’d like to bring to ensure you sew with your favorite tools!
We will provide muslin bra-making kits, practice kits, and raw materials if you run out. All patterns will be provided. You will have “washaway thread” to use during your first muslin to redo areas without using a seam ripper.
We are so excited to share The Bra Talk Retreat will be hosted at the National Conference Center in Leesburg, Virginia….and the best part of the registration is it’s all-inclusive of accommodations and meals for 4 nights Wednesday - Sunday. For those of our friends that will be traveling to the area for the Retreat, you have a choice of single occupancy or double suite occupancy…all queen beds. For our friends that live in the area, we also have a “retreat only” registration and all meals are provided for every participant including snacks. Once your registration is complete, you will be assigned a room based on your occupancy choice.
Full Registration is still open.
If you have already secured your spot during pre-registration you are welcome to continue making payments on your registration which can be whatever amount you like in February, March, and final balance paid no later than March 31. Incidentals at the conference center hotel will be your responsibility.
VENUE:
The Bra Talk Retreat 2025
National Conference Center
18665 Conference Center Dr.
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-724-5139
ACCOMODATIONS:
Single Occupancy: $2100
Retreat Only: $1350
Retreat Schedule:
Wednesday 4/30 - check-in 4pm - Retreat activity until 10pm
Thursday, 5/1 - 9am-10pm
Friday, 5/2 - 9am - 10pm
Saturday, 5/3 - 9am - 10pm
Sunday, 5/4 - 9am - 1pm
TRANSPORTATION:
Washington Dulles Int’l Airport is the closet airport choice to the venue - UberX is priced about $35.00 and is a 20min ride to the National Conference Center.
****RETREAT INFORMATION****
You are cordially invited to join us in the art of bra-making! We are thrilled to extend this invitation for an in-person gathering where we will spend a weekend sewing and, even more excitingly, making bras. Whether you're a beginner or at an experienced level, everyone is welcome to join us
Registration must be paid in full until March 31. If you’d like to pay half/half, please send an email with a request as pre-registration is over.
For those who have never crafted a bra, this is your chance to learn from scratch and leave with a well-fitting bra and much more!
The retreat will cover:
- Taking accurate measurements
- Understanding bra patterns and materials
- The importance of a fitting band
- New this year: Bra Talk Fit Clinic
- Crafting a second bra and matching panty
****************************
We also invite experienced bra-makers to advance their skills with techniques and specialty bras or explore new patterns throughout the remainder of the weekend. Topics include:
- Achieving a better fit in our new "Fit Clinic"
- Going Strapless or Longline
- An introduction to corsetry
****************************
LIST OF SUPPLIES TO BRING WITH YOU:
Sewing Machine (if you are traveling, we will have machines to rent for $50)
Your basic sewing kit/tools: cutting, measuring, thread, needles, etc.)
Whatever you’d like to bring to ensure you sew with your favorite tools!
We will provide muslin bra-making kits, practice kits, and raw materials if you run out. All patterns will be provided. You will have “washaway thread” to use during your first muslin to redo areas without using a seam ripper.
We are so excited to share The Bra Talk Retreat will be hosted at the National Conference Center in Leesburg, Virginia….and the best part of the registration is it’s all-inclusive of accommodations and meals for 4 nights Wednesday - Sunday. For those of our friends that will be traveling to the area for the Retreat, you have a choice of single occupancy or double suite occupancy…all queen beds. For our friends that live in the area, we also have a “retreat only” registration and all meals are provided for every participant including snacks. Once your registration is complete, you will be assigned a room based on your occupancy choice.
Full Registration is still open.
If you have already secured your spot during pre-registration you are welcome to continue making payments on your registration which can be whatever amount you like in February, March, and final balance paid no later than March 31. Incidentals at the conference center hotel will be your responsibility.
VENUE:
The Bra Talk Retreat 2025
National Conference Center
18665 Conference Center Dr.
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-724-5139
ACCOMODATIONS:
Single Occupancy: $2100
Retreat Only: $1350
Retreat Schedule:
Wednesday 4/30 - check-in 4pm - Retreat activity until 10pm
Thursday, 5/1 - 9am-10pm
Friday, 5/2 - 9am - 10pm
Saturday, 5/3 - 9am - 10pm
Sunday, 5/4 - 9am - 1pm
TRANSPORTATION:
Washington Dulles Int’l Airport is the closet airport choice to the venue - UberX is priced about $35.00 and is a 20min ride to the National Conference Center.
****RETREAT INFORMATION****
You are cordially invited to join us in the art of bra-making! We are thrilled to extend this invitation for an in-person gathering where we will spend a weekend sewing and, even more excitingly, making bras. Whether you're a beginner or at an experienced level, everyone is welcome to join us
Registration must be paid in full until March 31. If you’d like to pay half/half, please send an email with a request as pre-registration is over.
For those who have never crafted a bra, this is your chance to learn from scratch and leave with a well-fitting bra and much more!
The retreat will cover:
- Taking accurate measurements
- Understanding bra patterns and materials
- The importance of a fitting band
- New this year: Bra Talk Fit Clinic
- Crafting a second bra and matching panty
****************************
We also invite experienced bra-makers to advance their skills with techniques and specialty bras or explore new patterns throughout the remainder of the weekend. Topics include:
- Achieving a better fit in our new "Fit Clinic"
- Going Strapless or Longline
- An introduction to corsetry
****************************
LIST OF SUPPLIES TO BRING WITH YOU:
Sewing Machine (if you are traveling, we will have machines to rent for $50)
Your basic sewing kit/tools: cutting, measuring, thread, needles, etc.)
Whatever you’d like to bring to ensure you sew with your favorite tools!
We will provide muslin bra-making kits, practice kits, and raw materials if you run out. All patterns will be provided. You will have “washaway thread” to use during your first muslin to redo areas without using a seam ripper.