Spring 2026 Resort Wear Sewing Cruise
April 12-18, 2026
Sponsors
Sew Pinellas – Gold Sponsor
Sew Pinellas is more than just a sewing studio — it’s a vibrant community hub where creativity and craftsmanship come together in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida. Dedicated to making sewing accessible, inspiring, and fun, Sew Pinellas offers classes for all ages, open studio time, specialty workshops, and a curated fabric shop filled with tools, notions, and textiles chosen to spark imagination.
At the Me Made Getaway, Sew Pinellas played a vital role as an event sponsor, providing all of the essential supplies that made our sewing experience run seamlessly. From the pins and needles to the irons, task lighting, lanyards, and custom tote bags, every thoughtful detail was made possible thanks to Sew Pinellas. Their contribution ensured that attendees had everything they needed to focus on learning, creating, and connecting — without worrying about the little things.
Beyond supplying materials, Sew Pinellas is known for its commitment to education and community. The studio hosts youth camps, mentorship programs, and adult classes that empower makers at every level, from beginners threading their first needle to advanced sewists honing their design skills. By fostering a welcoming environment where creativity thrives, Sew Pinellas has become a cornerstone of the local maker movement.
As a proud sponsor, Sew Pinellas reflects the values of Me Made Getaway: connection, creativity, and hands-on learning. Their generosity and dedication help make our retreats unforgettable, ensuring that every attendee has the tools and inspiration to succeed.
Porcelynne - Giveaway Sponsor
Porcelynne is a leading resource for lingerie design, bra-making, and sewing education, founded by designer and educator Jennifer Fairbanks. Known for its Bare Essentials book series, exclusive patterns, and wide range of bra-making supplies, Porcelynne empowers sewists of all levels to create beautifully fitting lingerie with confidence. Beyond products, Porcelynne is deeply committed to teaching and community, offering online courses, workshops, and retreats that bring sewists together around the world. As a proud sponsor of the Me Made Getaway, Porcelynne shares its passion for creativity, quality, and connection, ensuring every attendee leaves inspired and supported.
Madalynne Intimates - Giveaway Sponsor
Madalynne Intimates, created by designer Maddie Kulig, is a celebrated brand that blends ready-to-wear lingerie with DIY sewing. Maddie’s dual approach — offering both handmade lingerie collections and patterns with kits for home sewists — has made Madalynne a household name in the sewing and lingerie industries. Her patterns, fabrics, and workshops focus on empowering women to create lingerie that is both beautiful and functional. As a Me Made Getaway sponsor, Madalynne Intimates shares its passion for craftsmanship, body positivity, and education, inspiring sewists to embrace lingerie making as an accessible, creative, and confidence-building practice.
Bra Builders - Class Sponsor
We were proud to have partnered with Bra Builders, owned by Nikki Griffin, for our Resort Wear Sewing Cruise. A trusted name in the lingerie sewing community, Bra Builders is known for high-quality materials and a strong commitment to supporting sewists at every level. Nikki generously provided the elastics used in our swimwear workshop, giving attendees the opportunity to work with premium materials designed specifically for lingerie and swimwear construction. Through their dedication to education and community, Bra Builders continues to inspire makers around the world to create with confidence and style.
Cashmerette - Giveaway Sponsor
Cashmerette was a sponsor for our Resort Wear Sewing Cruise, contributing a printed pattern for each attendee’s goodie bag. Known for their thoughtful approach to pattern design and strong emphasis on fit, Cashmerette provides resources that help sewists create garments that feel as good as they look. Their work has become an important part of the sewing community, particularly for those seeking inclusive sizing and clear instruction. Their contribution added an extra layer of value to the retreat experience and gave attendees tools and inspiration to continue developing their skills beyond the cruise.
Tilly and the Buttons - Giveaway Sponsor
Tilly and the Buttons was a sponsor for our Resort Wear Sewing Cruise, providing giveaways for attendees. Recognized for their approachable patterns and step-by-step instruction, they support sewists in building confidence while developing strong foundational skills. Their designs balance style with accessibility, making them a go-to resource for many in the sewing community. Their contribution added to the overall retreat experience and provided attendees with additional materials to support their ongoing sewing journey.
Creative Costume Academy - Giveaway Sponsor
The Creative Costume Academy was a sponsor for our Resort Wear Sewing Cruise, contributing pattern sloper giveaways for attendees. With a focus on education and skill development, they offer resources that support sewists interested in expanding their technical abilities and exploring more specialized areas of garment and costume construction. Their work emphasizes both creativity and precision, making them a valuable resource for continued learning. Their participation added to the overall experience and provided attendees with opportunities to further explore and develop their sewing practice.
Necchi – Giveaway Sponsor
All our classrooms were outfitted with our favorite Necchi sewing machines. Necchi was a sponsor for our Resort Wear Sewing Cruise, providing a sewing machine for our attendee giveaway. With a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation, Necchi continues to support sewists with reliable machines suited for a wide range of projects, from everyday garments to more technical construction. Their machines are known for combining functionality with ease of use, making them a valuable resource for both new and experienced makers. Their contribution added a special element to the retreat and supported our goal of creating a well-equipped and inspiring sewing environment.
