My American Sewing Guild group does a retreat every year that I enjoy going to. Cost is pretty minimal for a shared room and meals for 2 days. This year I went to a big quilt show and took two classes, so now I have to finish the quilts! I don't allow myself to go to another class if I haven't finished the project for a previous one - I don't like UFOs. Most years I just learn the techniques that are demonstrated in the ASG group. This year I am really splurging and taking a 3 day class with HandiQuilter in Salt Lake City. It is a hands-on class on my Sweet 16 quilting machine, and I really want to take my quilting to the next level. Since I live just a few miles from the facility, I don't have to add travel costs to the class price, but it is still more than I have ever spent before (by a huge margin!). I sure hope it is worth it!
Pam