About Us

A weekend where making is the whole point.

On The Hill Crafts Makers' Retreat is a brand new retreat experience nestled in beautiful Yarraman, in regional South East Queensland. We host small, intimate creative retreats where makers can escape everyday life, learn new skills, connect with other creatives, and spend a few days doing something they truly love.

Our Makers' Retreats are relaxed, hands-on, and always centred around good company, good food, and time to create. Whether it's sewing, bag making, or other creative projects down the track, it's always a weekend where making is the whole point.

We keep numbers small so it always feels personal. No big crowds, no rushing. Just a quiet weekend with people who love making things, in a country setting that lets you actually switch off.

Upcoming Retreats

Bag Making Weekend

Friday 6th - Sunday 8th November 2026

Following on from our first retreat, we're excited to open up our second Bag Making Weekend at On The Hill Crafts, Makers' Retreat.

You'll spend the weekend working through three projects with Belinda "Binny" Scott from Brymaxx Precision, with everything set up so you can focus on sewing and enjoying the experience!

$330

+ Accommodation

ALL SPOTS FOR THE BAG MAKING WEEKEND ARE NOW FILLED!

Thanks to everyone who registered their interest. If a spot opens up through a cancellation, we'll let our mailing list know first before reopening things up. Keen to grab a spot? Join our mailing list now so you hear about it first.

What you'll be making

The Flip Clutch Wallet

Spencer Ogg

ELLIE Sunglasses Case

Unikatz

Mirum Cosmetic Pouches

LacusBags

We've kept numbers small again, limited to just 12 spots, so it stays personal, easy going, and friendly. Plenty of space to work on your projects, and plenty of time to make connections along the way!

Your Weekend Includes

Complete Kit for 3 Projects

Including fabric & hardware (pattern not included)

Bag Making Workshop

With cutting & ironing station

Welcome Goodie Bag

Meals Provided

Friday: Afternoon tea and dinner

Saturday: Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner

Sunday: Morning tea and lunch

All meals are included in the retreat fee

BYO

Sewing machine, sewing cottons, rotary cutter & general tools

Where You'll Be Staying

Yarraman Caravan Park & Cabins

Set alongside the Yarraman State Forest, you'll be surrounded by fresh air, open space and a peaceful country setting perfect for a creative weekend!

The workshop space, your cabin, and your morning coffee are all just steps from each other. No commuting, no rushing. Just walk out your door, grab a cup of tea, and get back to making.

Retreat guests receive 10% off cabins bookings

Want to make a longer trip of it? You're welcome to stay extra nights if cabins are available

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Standard Cabin	$135 per night
Regular Cabin	$145 per night one person $160 per night for 2 people
Deluxe Cabin	$165 per night
Deluxe Plus Cabin	$175 per night
Premium Cabin	$185 per night

A few kind words from our first retreat

This was the best retreat I have ever had the pleasure of attending and I have been to a few over the years. Loved the fact that everything was provided and all we had to think about was what combination we had to pick.

Tania and Binny really took care of everything and to go home with 2 completely finished projects was amazing. Thank you so much for giving us the best weekend

Michelle W

The workshop content was fantastic. It was well structured, easy to follow, and offered something for everyone, regardless of skill level. I really appreciated that there was a good balance between learning new techniques and having time to put them into practice.

I left feeling inspired, motivated, and excited to try some new ideas in my future sewing projects.

Michelle A

The fact that we could sew at our own pace and we were not rushed, was a good experience. We felt welcomed and there was a friendly vibe in the room which make one relax and enjoy the experience. That everything was included in the initial cost of the retreat was great. The food was fantastic and plenty.

The accommodation was clean. I loved that everyone received a fantastic prize which means that the sponsors were very generous.

Bron S