You're invited to join me in Florence, Italy for a very special 7 or 10 days of fashion and sewing related workshops.

Together, we'll explore the essence of Italian fashion and why "Made in Italy" is so revered.

Space is limited for these boutique experiences

1st Option Florence : The Italian Artisanal Experience 2026

This curated week in Florence includes:

  • 7 exclusive hands-on workshops including couture sewing, handwork, tassel making, intrecciato leather and traditional weaving.
  • Shopping excursions to artisan boutiques for fine Italian textiles, accessories, and custom fashion pieces
  • Cultural exploration guided by Costanza, Leo, or licensed experts
  • A private Tuscan cooking class and a series of group meals in authentic local restaurants

This experience is limited to 8 participants for a truly personal and immersive journey.

2nd Option Florence & Rome : Italian Fashion Cutlural Experience 2026

This curated experience in Florence includes:

  • Guided walking tour
  • Exclusive hands-on workshop with Italian Sartorial master
  • Shopping excursions to artisan boutiques for fine Italian textiles and trimmings
  • Guided Cultural exploration with our licensed experts
  • Private visit with a Florentino goldsmith master
  • A private Tuscan cooking class and a series of group meals in authentic local restaurants

And in Rome:

  • Hands-on workshop at an Alta MODA fashion house and Foundation
  • Shopping for fine Italian textiles and trimmings
  • Guided visit at notable fashion museums
  • Farewell dinner

This experience is limited to 8 participants for a truly personal and immersive journey.

  • Dates

    Beginning with cocktails at our hotel, Antica Torre di Via Tournabuoni on Saturday February 7, 2026 and ending with breakfast on Saturday 14, 2026


  • Tour Cost

    All costs per person

    • Deluxe Room $9500 until 8/10/25
    • Deluxe Room $9950 after 8/10/25

    Included are all accommodations and breakfasts, entry fees to museums, workshop fees, local transfers and shared meals.

    NOT included:  airfare

    Trip cancellation insurance highly recommended. 

    Medical insurance required.

  • How to Sign Up

    Maximum of 8 participants.

    Register now to secure your place on the tour.

    $3000 non-refundable deposit secures your registration. Balance due December 7, 2025.

    Please fill out the form below to register!

  • Dates

    Beginning with cocktails at our hotel, Antica Torre di Via Tournabuoni on Saturday February 19, 2026 and ending with breakfast on Sunday March 1, 2026


  • Tour Cost

    All costs per person

    • Deluxe Room $10,950 until 8/10/25
    • Deluxe Room $11,400 after 8/10/25

    Included are all accommodations and breakfasts, entry fees to museums, workshop fees, local transfers and shared meals.

    NOT included:  airfare

    Trip cancellation insurance highly recommended. 

    Medical insurance required.

  • How to Sign Up

    Maximum of 8 participants.

    Register now to secure your place on the tour.

    $3000 non-refundable deposit secures your registration. Balance due December 7, 2025.

    Please fill out the form below to register!

Register

Have any questions? Please email helenhaugheydesigns@gmail.com