Knitting in Nature
w/ Christiane Ruggiero

Friday, November 13 – Sunday, November 15, 2026
2-night all-inclusive stay

Come knit for a weekend of community and nature at Bloom Farm, November 13–15, 2026. Guided by fellow knitting and nature lover, Christiane Ruggiero, you’ll spend the weekend in a serene and supportive environment, practicing and learning this meditative skill with each other. All are welcome–whether you’re an experienced knitter or have never held a needle before.

We’ll enjoy nourishing meals, lounge in the farmhouse, and spend time outdoors. Your stay includes access to the outdoor sauna and cold plunge, a farm tour, and peaceful nature walks. A restorative early winter escape centered around this meditative craft and good company.

Knitters (or crocheters!) are encouraged to bring whatever they are working on, have knitting questions about, or come empty handed to start a project at the farm.

Materials provided are a set of straight knitting needles (Knit Picks laminated birch, 10”, 4.5mm, US size 7), and a long scarf pattern (beginner) or triangle scarf pattern (intermediate), 2 skeins of worsted Alpaca and wool yarn from the farm’s animals with the option to purchase more.

    • Knitting instruction and guidance for all levels

    • Set of straight knitting needles,  (4.5mm, US size 7, 10” laminated birch by Knit Picks)

    • 2 Skeins of farm-produced worsted alpaca yarn with opportunity to purchase more

    • Accommodations in our historic farmhouse

    • Restorative yoga and meditation class (all-levels)

    • All meals, prepared by our in-house and guest chefs: continental breakfast, lunch, and farm-to-table dinners

    • Unlimited coffee & tea

    • Seasonal hands-on farm activities and special workshops

    • Access to outdoor sauna + cold plunges

    • Full access to all our spaces

    • Connection with our vibrant community

  • Sample programming for the immersion is included below.

    Please note that this itinerary is subject to change.

    ‍ ‍ Friday, November 13th

    • 3pm: Check-In

    • 4pm: Welcome to Bloom Farm & Property Tour

    • 5pm: Introduction to Knitting and Patterns

    • 7pm: Farm-to-Table Dinner

    • After Dinner: Knitting Fireside w/ s’mores

    ‍ ‍ Saturday, November 14th

    • 8am: Coffee & Tea

    • 9am: Yoga

    • 10am: Breakfast

    • 10:30am: Knitting Session

    • 12pm: Lunch

    • 1pm: Farm Offerings, Sauna & Cold Plunge

    • 4pm: Knitting Season (includes snack & drink break) 

    • 7pm: Farm-to-Table Dinner

    • After Dinner: Knitting

    ‍ ‍ Sunday, November 15th

    • 8am: Coffee & Tea

    • 9am: Guided Meditation

    • 10am: Breakfast & Final Knitting Season

    • 11am: Check-out & Departures

  • Christiane Ruggiero


    Christiane Ruggiero is a Brooklyn-based artist and textile designer with over a decade of experience creating textiles for the home, working across natural dyeing, handweaving, and knitting. Her work is rooted in a love of tactile process and quiet, drawing inspiration from time spent in nature and a deep connection to her surroundings.

    Christiane will be leading a weekend that pairs the meditative rhythm of knitting with time immersed in nature. Guests will knit with wool from the farm’s own alpacas, getting the chance to meet and interact with them in person, as part of an invitation to slow down, create with your hands, and reconnect with the world outside and gifts it offers.

    livingloopsdesign.com | @LivingLoops | @LivingLoopsDesign

  • Farmhouse Rooms & Pricing*

    Goat Room (1 King)

    • $735/ night for single occupancy.

    • $1,065/ night for double occupancy.

    Swan Suite (1 King)

    • $715/ night for single occupancy.

    • $995/ night for double occupancy.

    Swan Suite (2 Twins available)

    • $415/ night per person.

    Alpaca Room (3 Twins available)

    • $365/ night per person.

    *Price of room is all inclusive of meals and programming.

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Farmhouse Spaces

  • Cozy bedroom with a large bed covered in a colorful quilt, two white pillows, and bedside tables with lamps, in a room with wood ceiling beams and two windows.

    Goat Room

    Features a King-size bed, deep-soaking bathtub, steam shower, and double vanity. Perfect for couples. 

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  • A cozy bedroom with a white bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and three framed art pieces on the wall. The room has light-colored walls, wooden trim, and a window with floral curtains letting in natural light.

    Swan Suite

    Available as a room for two or as a suite for up to four guests. Features one king bed and two twin-size beds in the adjoining room, a deep-soaking bathtub, and a separate shower. Perfect for small families.

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  • Cozy attic bedroom with sloped ceiling, single bed with white bedding, small window, vintage dresser with a vase of dried flowers, potted plant, and built-in white cabinets.

    Alpaca Room

    Three twin beds accommodate guests in our spacious attic. Perfect for group getaways. 

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  • Two wooden outdoor handwashing stations with small shelves and metal faucets are placed on a stone patio in a garden setting. In the background, pink-flowering trees and an old stone building with a wooden door and a rusted metal roof are visible, surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers.

    Spring House

    Tucked into the hillside, the Spring House is a healing indoor-outdoor space for private massage sessions, an outdoor sauna, and two cold plunge tubs filled with limestone-filtered water from our natural spring. Guests can also explore our thoughtfully curated boutique of wellness goods.

  • Yoga Barn

    Originally a livestock barn, our wellness studio is now a blank canvas for somatic and creative practices spanning yoga, meditation, art therapy, and breathwork. This recently renovated space is steps from the main house and fully outfitted with best-in-class props & tools.

  • A woman and a man sitting in chairs having a conversation in a cozy, rustic wooden room. The woman is gesturing towards a large flowering branch in front of her, while the man is attentively listening. There are bookshelves filled with books behind them.

    Art Barn

    This multi-level stone barn is our largest and most versatile building. From studio space for our artists-in-residency to large format dinners, photo shoots and workshops, we work with guests to outfit this space as needed.

  • A small wooden shed with black door and outdoor lighting, surrounded by trees and bushes, along a gravel pathway.

    Cottages

    An enclave of four cedar cottages has been meticulously integrated into the farm without disrupting the land or its waterways. Each slightly different, they feature closet space, desks, and locally-sourced vintage quilts.

  • Wooden platform in a forest with tall trees, green foliage, and a stacked pile of logs in the background, leaves scattered on the platform.

    The Grounds

    Our grounds include 3 miles of walking trails, 60 acres of forests, fruit and nut orchards, and wildflowers for foraging. We encourage guests to spend quality time in nature and explore freely while on-site.

FAQ

    • A deposit equal to one night’s stay (or 50% for stays longer than 2 nights) is required at the time of booking.

    • A valid credit card authorization is required to confirm your reservation.

    • Cancel with full refund within 48 hours of booking

    • Cancel with 50% refund until 7 days before arrival and none thereafter

    • If you book within 7 days of arrival, the full cost of your stay will be charged at the time of booking.

    • For all other reservations, the remaining balance will be charged 7 days prior to check-in.

    • Check in is at 3pm.

    • Check out is at 11am.

    • Early Check In and Late Check Out options are available to our guests for an additional fee. If you plan to utilize either of those upgrades to your stay, please let our staff know the approximate time you'd like to check in or out.

  • Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate pets in the farmhouse.

    • Generally, yes! However, this experience has been curated with adults in mind. Please reach out to stay@bloomfarm.com with any questions.

    • We are unable to provide cribs.

  • Most of the farmhouse dates back to the 1800s. The oldest part of the house, including our special wood-fired oven, dates back to 1760! Some additions were completed in 2007 and were constructed to blend seamlessly into the existing architecture. You may encounter some creaky floor boards during your stay – we consider this part of the charm of a historic farmhouse.

  • Bloom Farm is located in historic Oley, Pennsylvania, about 1 hour from Philadelphia and about 2.5 hours from New York City. The exact address will be provided upon booking.

  • Yes! Kindly provide your dietary restrictions upon booking. You can learn more about our dining program here.