11–16 August 2026 · 6 days / 5 nights
Past retreat
Immerse yourself in the joyous world of colour and pattern with internationally renowned colourists Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably.
Glorious Colour Retreat
The retreat
Immerse yourself in the joyous world of colour and pattern with internationally renowned colourists Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably. This vibrant retreat at Court House Farm is designed to build confidence in colour through playful, intuitive, and non-technical approaches.
Across six inspiring days, you will explore how colour works emotionally and practically, learning how to trust your instincts and develop palettes that can be applied to quilting, textile art, needlework, painting, interiors, and beyond.
This retreat is not about perfection or technical skill—it is about experimentation, curiosity, and creative freedom. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced maker, you will leave energised, inspired, and empowered to use colour with confidence.
As a residential guest, expect delicious fresh food created by our wonderful chef Kirstie, as well as tea, coffee and more throughout the day, and the bar is open for you from 6pm.
Kaffe Fassett & Brandon Mably
Your tutor
Kaffe Fassett
Kaffe Fassett is one of the world’s most influential textile artists and colourists. For over 50 years, he has championed knitting, needlepoint, patchwork, and quilting, inspiring makers worldwide to work with colour in an instinctive and joyful way.
Born in California, Kaffe moved to the UK in 1964, where he built his reputation through collaborations with designers such as Bill Gibb and Missoni and became a leading figure in the knitwear revival of the 1980s. His work spans needlepoint, quilting, mosaics, tapestries, rug-making, theatre design, and fabric design.
He has published more than 40 books, exhibited internationally, and in 1988 became the first living textile artist to have a solo exhibition at the V&A Museum. In 2018, he was awarded an Honorary MBE for services to knitting and needlework.
Together with fellow designers Brandon Mably and Philip Jacobs, he forms the celebrated Kaffe Fassett Collective.
Brandon Mably
Brandon Mably is an artist, designer, and colourist renowned for his striking, contemporary use of colour and pattern. A key member of the Kaffe Fassett Collective, Brandon has worked alongside Kaffe for many years, co‑creating fabric collections, exhibitions, and workshops that are recognised worldwide.
Raised in a small seaside town on the coast of South Wales, Brandon’s approach to colour is bold, playful, and graphic. He encourages students to take risks, simplify their thinking, and see colour relationships with fresh eyes. His teaching style is lively and accessible, helping participants break through creative hesitation and discover new confidence in their own visual language.
Together, Kaffe and Brandon create an atmosphere that is supportive, energising, and deeply inspiring—making this retreat a rare opportunity to learn from two masters of colour, working together in dialogue throughout the week.
In their own words
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11–16 August 2026 · 6 days / 5 nights
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Life at Court House Farm
Characterful bedrooms in the medieval and Tudor manor houses, each furnished with vintage finds and rich fabrics.
Resident chef Kirstie cooks seasonal, generous meals to bring everyone together at the end of each studio day.
Walled gardens, the orchard and quiet corners for sketching, reading or doing nothing at all between sessions.
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