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Diary
2026
February
FULLY BOOKED
12th - 26th
Textile, Architecture & Craft Tour of Morocco
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May
Sonas Studio Open Weekends 2/3 9/10 16/17 23/24 Closed 30/31
12pm - 4pm
or by appointment weekdays 0876907809
June
Sonas Studio Open Weekends 6/7 13/14 20/21 27/28
12pm - 4pm
or by appointment weekdays 0876907809
July
Sonas Studio Open Weekends 4/5 11/12 18/19 25/26
12pm - 4pm
or by appointment weekdays 0876907809
August
30th July - 2nd August
The Festival of Quilts
NEC Birmingham
August
Sonas Studio Open Weekends 8/9 15/16 22/23 29/30
12pm - 4pm
or by appointment weekdays 0876907809
September
Sonas Studio Open Weekends 5/6 12/13 19/20 26/27
12pm - 4pm
or by appointment weekdays 0876907809
October
17th - 31st
The Khiva Retreat - A Journey Through Uzbekistan
Now Booking
During this immersive tour, you will experience the rich cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, with a special retreat in Khiva. Be inspired from the very beginning of this thoughtfully paced journey, where Kim will guide you through the brilliance of Islamic design at its finest. She will explain the significance of various designs and motifs, supported by the expertise of our knowledgeable guide.
As you explore this fascinating country and engage in local workshops, you will have the opportunity to develop your own ideas and designs, beginning your own stitched textile creations. In the final days of the tour, there will be time to sit, stitch, and fully absorb the stunning surroundings.
A journal, threads, and fabric will be provided for your creative work.
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November
2nd - 16th
The Craft, Culture & Architecture Tour of Turkey
Now Booking
The journey offers an immersive exploration of the country’s rich heritage. The tour highlights traditional crafts like handwoven carpets, intricate ceramics, and textiles, often created in artisan workshops. You will experience the vibrant culture through bustling bazaars, flavorful cuisine, and local customs. Architecturally, Turkey’s skyline tells a story of Byzantine and Ottoman influence, with iconic landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque in Istanbul, the ancient ruins of Ephesus, and the unique rock-hewn churches of Cappadocia.
It’s a fascinating journey through history, art, and architectural marvels.
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2027
January
14th - 26th
Delhi Retreat - The Craft & Architecture Tour
Now booking
Join us on an unforgettable 14‑day retreat that blends world‑class UNESCO monuments, vibrant living traditions, and hands‑on textile artistry. Explore Delhi’s rich heritage through Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, bustling bazaars, and colorful craft markets, while immersing yourself in creative workshops including natural dyeing, Madhubani painting, Kantha and Phulkari embroidery, and block printing. Enjoy exclusive sessions with renowned textile artist Kim Thittichai and gain deeper insights into Mughal and Sultanate architecture through lectures by expert Khurshid. Travel in comfort with air‑conditioned vehicles and the guidance of an English‑speaking expert, and experience the marvels of Agra with sunrise at the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj, Fatehpur Sikri, and Sikandra. This retreat is designed to be both culturally enriching and creatively inspiring —
a journey that connects history, art, and imagination.
Coming in 2027
Spain, Morocco and Uzbekistan
Watch this space for more news of when the tours will go live for booking
