MALLORCA

basket weaving retreat

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may 13-17, 2026

registration opens on aug. 10

$3,450 - $5,450 usd per person

an unforgettable craft experience
in scenic Mallorca,
set between the Sierra de Tramontana mountains and the Mediterranean Sea

Empty outdoor dining table with chairs set for a meal, surrounded by lush green trees and plants, in a garden or patio area.
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A woman in a white dress standing near a stone wall by a reflecting pool surrounded by greenery and trees under a clear blue sky.
A woman and a man standing in front of a rustic wooden door with open window panels, inside a stone-walled room. The woman is wearing a light-colored shirt and beige pants, with a headscarf. The man is wearing a white t-shirt and black shorts. To the right, a light gray embroidered jacket hangs on the wall, and a small sign reads 'Rota Capellans.'
Close-up of two people weaving a palm leaf together, sitting on a bench. One person's hands are threading the palm leaf, while the other has clasped hands resting on their lap.

Craft workshops + Studio visits

During this retreat, we will spend two days creating baskets with traditional palm artist and teacher Pep Toni Ferrer in the garden terraces of our beautiful home, Son Rullan, overlooking the Mediterranean sea.

We’ll also visit the studios of designers Accidente con Flores and GAADART.

Three woven straw handbags with fabric straps decorated with small pom-poms, arranged on a white fabric background.

Beach VisitS

After weaving palm baskets with artist Pep Toni Ferrer, venture to the rocky Mediterranean shores to cool off in the island’s turquoise waters.

Person relaxing with legs crossed on rocky shoreline overlooking blue ocean water.

Curated Dining experiences

As an island known for its agriculture, fresh Mediterranean ingredients abound. Our meals will emphasize seasonal, local ingredients from small-scale farmers.

Enjoy dining experiences at Hotel Corazon and Nama Restaurant, as well as exquisite meals by local chefs in our garden dining setting at Son Rullan.

A round table with a pinkish-brown marble surface set with empty drinking glasses, a white plate with silverware, and a small glass vase with pink flowers. In the background, olive green cushioned seating with pillows.

Our Retreat Home

During this trip we’ll be staying at Son Rullan, a 14th century monastery, set amongst ancient olive groves, located between the towns of Deia and Valldemossa. The home is very rural, with a rustic access road isolating the home in the natural setting.

Inside, each room is different and hallways twist and turn giving it a whimsical feeling. Bedroom windows open up to private terraces, the gardens, or views of the surrounding orchards and Mediterranean Sea. The top floor of the home has a large yoga room and small library nook available to all.

A hilltop house covered in green ivy surrounded by trees with a clear blue sky.

Optional xtant community gathering

We’ve conveniently scheduled this trip just after the renowned global textile gathering Xtant, taking place in Palma de Mallorca May 8-12.

For guests that arrive before our retreat dates, we’ll schedule an optional gathering during the Xtant event to meet with select international artisan friends and collaborators.

View of an art display inside a stone-walled room, including framed artwork, fabric quilts, and embroidery pieces, with a table holding printed materials and a woven chair.
A beige building with green shutters and a small balcony, featuring a white curtain blowing in the wind. Classic architecture of Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
April Valencia of Masa Madre in a white dress reaching for a slice of pizza at an outdoor table filled with various pizzas and salads, surrounded by greenery.
Sun-shaped ceramic wall decoration with a smiley face on a weathered stone wall, with a tipped over turquoise plastic chair in the foreground.
Blankets and pillows on a natural rock surface surrounded by trees and bushes in a shaded outdoor setting at Son Rullan in Mallorca.
Decorative sun-shaped ceramic plate with a face, positioned on a beige tablecloth among various pottery and handmade crafts at the Accidente Con Flores studio in Mallorca.
A farm field with small trees, rocks, and some animals grazing in the distance, under a cloudy sky.
Woman in a blue swimsuit sitting on a rock by the water, with rocks behind her, enters the water in Mallorca.
A table set for a meal with plates, glasses, bread, a bowl of salad, a tortilla, cheese, cutlery, and a small pitcher on a white tablecloth. At the Accidente Con Flores textile studio.
Close-up of hands weaving a straw basket during the Thread Caravan basket weaving workshop in Mallorca.
A portion of a light-colored striped shirt with embroidery of flowers on the left side. In the background, a beige, textured wall with a sign that reads 'La Rota Capellans'. There is a small pipe and a potted plant with long, thin leaves at the botto
Photograph of a framed beach scene with a woman standing on rocks near the ocean, viewed from inside a room at the GAADART studio in Mallorca.
Sunset over the Mediterranean Sea in Mallorca, reflecting on calm ocean water with cloudy sky and a small bright object in the distance.

TRIP
DETAILS

GROUP

This trip is limited to 11 guests, who will accompanied by Thread Caravan and Donde Clara hosts.

PRICING + PAYMENT

Pricing for this trip is between $3,450 - $5,450 USD per person and will have a mix of private and shared rooms with en suite and detached bathrooms.

A $2,050 non-refundable deposit is required in order to reserve your space on this trip. The remaining payment is due at least 60 days prior to the trip start date.

Custom payment plans are available upon request. Please contact us if this is something you'd like to set up.

When making a reservation, there is the option to Pay it Forward. These contributions are directed exclusively towards our Artisan Exchange Program.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation will be in a renovated 14th century monastery, Son Rullan. The home is quite rural, accessible via a rustic road. It is about a 15-20 minute drive to the town of Deia in one direction and Valldemossa in the other direction.

This historic home has many architectural features denoting its era, like old stone floors and slightly uneven stairs. Please contact us if you have any physical limitations that may need to be considered when staying. here.

Rooms vary greatly in their accommodation style, and our range of prices reflect the room style. From shared rooms with separate beds and detached bathrooms, to private rooms with en suite bathrooms and private terraces. Please review this pdf thoroughly when selecting your room preference, and please email us if you have any questions at all before reserving.

GETTING TO Mallorca

This trip starts and ends in Palma de Mallorca, which has an international airport. We will pick guests up in Palma and bring them to our home closer to Deia (about a 40 minute drive from Palma)

We encourage guests to spend more time in Mallorca outside of our trip, especially in Palma. It is a beautiful island with much to see and do, and we are happy to share a custom suggestion list.

Just before our trip, the renowned textile event Xtant will be taking place from May 8-12 in Palma, Mallorca.

COST INCLUDES

  • Artisan Experiences: This trip includes a two day basket weaving workshop as well as multiple designer studio visits.

  • In-Country Transportation: Private car service for our schedule itinerary activities, starting and ending in Palma de Mallorca.

  • All Meals: All meals are included and will offer a range of home-cooked to fine dining experiences with emphasis on Spanish cuisine and local ingredients.

  • Accommodation: In a beautiful country home, Son Rullan.

  • Support: Two trip hosts will be working in collaboration with our local chef and artist facilitators. Additionally, the Thread Caravan team will be available in the months leading up to the trip to help you prepare.

  • Carbon Emissions Offset: We’ve partnered with Trees for the Future to plant 50 tress on your behalf in order to offset the carbon emissions of your travel to Mallorca.

ADDITIONAL EXPENSES

  • Alcoholic Drinks: Thread Caravan does not cover the cost of alcoholic beverages unless mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Airfare: To and from the Palma de Mallorca airport.

  • Personal Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance is required for this trip. Please find an insurance that covers medical emergencies, theft, and trip cancellations.

  • Extra Excursions: During our scheduled free time, guests will be responsible for all incurred expenses.

  • Personal Expenses: Shopping, medicine, snacks, etc. 

OTHER IMPORTANT INFO

  • VISA: Please make sure to review Spain’s Visa requirements with your country’s embassy beforehand. Please contact us if you have any questions or need support.

  • Passport Validity: Passport must have at least 6 months validity at time of entry as well as at least one empty page.

  • Trip Preparation: We will send a trip preparation packet to you one month before the trip. This packet will include our exact itinerary, a suggested pack list, useful country information and more.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT US.

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