I went to a three day retreat in spring this year. I cut out three projects before the retreat, so I could just sew. I did get a lot accomplished. I did not bring an iron this year but wIll next year, with a small ironing pad so I don't have to jump up all the time to press a seam. We had some breaks, and sometimes the shops bring things to sell, in case you forget something. Lots of fun, learned a lot as well.