Welcome to Go Deer!
I'm Saj Collyer — a lifelong maker, knitter, and primarily a dressmaker. With a background in music and a specialty in Balinese gamelan, I’ve spent many years teaching dressmaking and knitting at Social Fabric in Totnes, Devon. Eventually, this passion led me to start Go Deer — a small, craft-focused business offering courses, retreats, and creative events.

I'm also the organiser of:

The Great British Fibre Festival (June)
Stitch Fest by the Sea (July)
Stitch Fest South West (November) which is Devon’s biggest yarn festival since 2016

GO DEER's STORY

Now in our eighth year, Go Deer continues to grow! We’re thrilled to be opening a brand-new workshop studio at the Dartington Cider Press Centre in South Devon.

Go Deer specialises in: Day courses, Craft retreats, One-off craft parties and unique creative events

Before the pandemic, Go Deer became known for our beloved Knitting & Stitching retreats — relaxing, inspiring weekends dedicated to your favourite craft, shared with like-minded people in beautiful surroundings. We’re excited to announce that these retreats are making a return in 2026! Bookings open soon and places are limited,

so please do join our mailing list to be among the first to hear about them!

For many years, I’ve also led trips to Bali, originally focused on music and dance. Since 2019, these journeys have expanded into a vibrant pick-and-mix experience, where you can explore silver jewellery-making, batik, yoga, cookery, music, dance, and more. (Visit our Bali page for details!)

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch — I’d love to hear from you.

Warm wishes,
Saj

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Saj Collyer, Founder

Having a laugh with new friends

Focus during dressmaking class

New skills: crocheting a basket

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning with Go Deer will always be fun. We will ensure you are booked onto the right trip to meet your needs, and we have a range of different options to suit various budgets. Our accommodation is lovely, our hospitality second to none. Your will find our environments really relaxing and depending on the time of year, there will be a range of complimentary activites to enjoy around your retreat or course...be it jacuzzi or pool, cosy log fire, sightseeing and much more.