Discover the joy of cartonnage in a serene and inspiring setting. Immerse yourself in a creative experience at Camp Geneva in Holland, Michigan.
This is your opportunity to connect with Cartonnage lovers and make unforgettable memories while making an unique Cartonnage Box filled with treasures.
Discover the joy of cartonnage in a serene and inspiring setting. Immerse yourself in a creative experience at Camp Geneva in Holland, Michigan.
This is your opportunity to connect with Cartonnage lovers and make unforgettable memories while making an unique Cartonnage Box filled with treasures.
When: May 13 - 15, 2025
Where: Camp Geneva - Holland -MI
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Reserve your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable cartonnage adventure!
Register nowThis in-person retreat is designed for cartonnage lovers to come together, learn, and create in a supportive and fun environment. You’ll leave with your own handmade cartonnage project and a heart full of inspiration.
Holland, Michigan, is a beautiful town full of charm and Dutch heritage.
It sits on the shores of Lake Michigan, with stunning views, sandy beaches, and peaceful waves. The area is perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature, with amazing sunsets and quiet trails by the lake. It’s a place that inspires and leaves you feeling refreshed.
Creating a masterpiece with Claudia Squio
At first, it looks like a simple box—but there’s so much more inside!
This project is a masterpiece, carefully designed to surprise and inspire you
Here’s the exciting part: what’s inside will only be revealed during the retreat!
The Hidden Treasures Fabric Box is full of details and surprises that make it truly special.
This is not just another cartonnage project—it’s a one-of-a-kind creation
that you’ll be proud to make and show off.
Are you ready to unlock the secret of the Hidden Treasures?
Join us at the retreat and be part of the big reveal!
Don’t miss the chance to create this beautiful and unique box that will tell stories!
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STARTS at noon: Lunch at Camp Geneva - let's start the fun with a meal!
2pm- 5:30pm: Crafting time
6pm : Dinner
7:30 - 8:30pm: Surprise meeting
(Lunch and dinner are included)
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8am - 9am: Breakfast
9am - noon: Crafting time
12 pm: Lunch
2pm - 5:30pm: Crafting time
6pm: Dinner/Joy celebration
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included)
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8am - 9am: Breakfast at
9am - 12:30pm: Crafting time - Wrapping up
12:30 pm - Lunch
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
Leave the building by 2:30 pm
What’s Included in the Retreat?
You will meet lots of cartonnage lovers and enjoy not only the comfortable retreat center but also the beautiful nature - just a stair down to the lakeshore Lake Michigan.
Lodging and meals are included! If you don't want to stay with us in the retreat center we do have just a few spots available for this option.
2-nights lodging at the amazing Geneva Retreat center in Holland, MI
May 13-15: hotel room style with double occupancy or single occupancy.
3 lunches
2 dinners
2 breakfasts
3 fun-filled days of gluing, laughing, and making memories
Class with
Claudia Squio
1 DIY kit to make the “Hidden Treasures box”
You bring your own favorite fabrics!!
Online Course available after the retreat – to keep lifetime including spreadsheets to make the project in different sizes (valued at $180)
Prizes, surprises and beautiful lake views!
ColorWay Arts
support staff during the
retreat
We will provide tons of Glue and a few other tools.
A short supply-list will be send later.
ColorWay Arts special discount to be used before or during the event at our local or online shop.
ColorWay Arts will be onsite with a variety of DIY kits, fabrics and supplies available for purchase.
Tips and tricks and surprises to make beautiful cartonnage projects
Understanding the Retreat options:
Preferably stay with us for a complete Retreat experience: Class, lodging and meals.
Camp Geneva Holland -MI
This unique Retreat will happen in a beautiful place by the Lake Michigan, in Holland. See some pictures of the place. For those that just want to come to spend the day with us and go back home, the registration will be open later (if we still have spots left).
For a better in-deep experience of Cartonnage and for more fun it's recommended that you stay with us in the Retreat center. Lodging is included in the price and those will be the first spots filled.
Meet new friends, have fun gluing, and enjoy the comfortable Retreat center with hotel style rooms and the beautiful Nature by the Lake Michigan.
Camp Geneva Holland -MI
Located at 3995 Lakeshore Dr N, Holland, MI
* 15 min Northwest of Holland, MI
* 45 min west of Grand Rapids, MI
* 2h 45 min from Chicago, IL
* 3h from Detroit, MI
* 4h from Indianapolis, IN
Closest airport : Gerald R. Ford – Grand Rapids, MI
Beautiful city to see Tulips - the Festival happens from May 2-11, so many beautiful flowers around!
I'm Claudia Squio, a Brazilian-American artist living in West Michigan and I help fabric lovers creating special memorable gifts using Cartonnage - the traditional art of making boxes covered with fabric or paper. I design uniquely beautiful fabric boxes and cases, and teach this amazing technique at quilt stores, quilt guilds, and through my online cartonnage school. I authored the book “Cartonnage Basics & Beyond – The Complete Guide to Make Fabric Boxes”. Besides creating my distinctive cartonnage pieces and teaching, I also develop DIY kits and tools that can be used by my students to have fun, feel the relaxing power of crafting, and to facilitate the process of fabric box/gift making.
