It is with enormous excitement to share a very special creative retreat partnership ~ SHEGROWS Makerie: Garden to Craft. Leaning into the arts to develop the heart of this flower farm, our retreats will be led by outstanding artists and teachers, varying from one to three days in length, and combine creative nourishment, thoughtfully curated, healthy and delicious snacks and meals, and more. Our hands help us find our hearts, and a way home to ourselves. We can’t wait for you to see for yourself.

THE SEASONAL COLOR BOUQUET WITH NATURAL DYES

2-Day retreat

No Experience Necessary

VENUE : SHEGROWS FLOWER FARM

After a decade of starting community agriculture projects like community gardens and school gardens, Gina Schley founded SHEGROWS to grow and design flowers professionally for weddings, CSA’s, and wholesalers across the Frontrange. She is the founder of Rose Roots Community Garden in Arvada, the largest community garden in the State of Colorado. Gina is an alumni of Floret’s Flower Farming Workshop and was highlighted in their Farmer-Florist E-Book on the top up-and-coming farmers in the nation. She can be seen on multiple news stations sharing her gardening knowledge, has numerous online courses, and she and her husband can be seen hosting the award-winning PBS and Create TV docuseries called Urban Conversion.

CUISINE

We believe that the food we put in our bodies nourishes not only our physical well-being but also our spirits. We choose our catering partners wisely and thoughtfully and are grateful to work with Gaucho Parrilla, an Argentinean-influenced concept from chef Oscar Padilla. The special combination of locally sourced ingredients prepared with love and cooked over a wood-fired grill makes for a beautiful food experience we can’t wait to share with you. Chef Oscar got his start at The Club de Banqueros in Mexico City, and then worked with celebrity chef Richard Sandoval. While working with Sandoval, Chef Oscar helped open numerous restaurants and train culinary teams around the world, including in Doha, Dubai, Chicago, and Costa Rica. In February 2023, Chef Oscar showcased his cooking skills on national television by winning an episode of the Food Network’s popular show “Chopped.” His Freedom Street Social spot Gaucho Parrilla serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.

ACCOMMODATION

Traveling from out of town? We have put together a variety of wonderful lodging options in and near Arvada.

*we’re happy to work with you on a custom payment plan