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If you have more ideas, please post them here on this thread so I can add them to our long list.
Here is another up to date list and if you think of anything else that needs to be added please let me know Quilting Retreats Check off list: ***be sure to have some way to mark your tools with your name, address label, cool bead chains for your scissors, etc.) so you don't loose your items, easy to get mixed up if you share with others *** Contact Form (list who to contact in case of Emergency, names, phone #'s and cell phone #'s) list of medicines you take allergies list surgeries you have had Bag to carry your projects in Bobbins Cutting Mats Cushion to sit on Design Wall (Portable Design Wall) Extension Cords Extra Sewing Machine Needles (Universal will be fine) Fabric Markers Fabric Scissors Fabrics Fabrics (in Project bags with your pattern) Iron Ironing Board Lights Notebook and pencil to take notes Ott Lights Painter Tape (to secure cords on the floor) Patterns Pins Pincushion Quilt Books Quilt Magazines Rotary Cutters & ** be sure to have extra blades Rotary Ruler (or your favorite longer size) Rulers Safety Pins Seam Ripper (sorry - that might be needed) Sewing Machine Sewing Machine Attachments Sewing Machine Power Cord (you would be surprised at the number of ladies that leave home without it!!) Sewing Machine you are familiar with and instruction manual (just in case) Snips Spray Bottle (water) Starch or Sizing Straight Pins Sticky Notes Threads (All Colors) Thread Catcher and small pop up trash bin Wash-out marker Zip Lock Bags (a nice way to organize your project) projects!!! SEWING SUPPLIES [/B} pins scissors needles thread safey pins seam rippers [b] ROTARY CUTTING SUPPLIES Rotary Cutter Rotary Cutter Extra Blades Rotary Mats Rulers (be sure to put your name on them) [b] SEWING MACHINE/ACCESSORIES [B] Sewing Machines Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Sewin Machine Manul Assorted Feet Screw Driver Oil for your machine small brush extra bulbs needles bobbins extension cords surge protector Light (Ott Lights) Class/Project Supplies Each Project in its own bag with pattern and fabrics! paper pen/pencil fusible spray starch pre cut fabric books patterns compass protractor string Other Stuff: ** Dress in layers, some rooms cold, some very warm ** Digital Camera with several sets of extra batteries ** Cell Phone and Charger ** Lap Top, (all electric cords and chargers) ** Shopping List for completing UFO's, starting new project, stash building BE SURE TO PACK YOUR SUITCASE: Camera $$$$$ Credit Cards Cell Phone Lap Tops (For a Retreat: clothes, Personal items: Emergency Contact Paper (Names, Home Phone #'s, Cell Phone #s) List of Medicines you take Allegies List Bandaids Curling Irons Deodorant Finger Nail File Hair Dryer Kleenex Nail Polish Nail Polish Remover Perfume Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Toothbrush and Tooth Paste (Denture Cleaning Supplies) CLOTHES: Bras Jackets Pj's or nightgowns Shoes Socks Slippers Sweatshirts Tops Underwear Quilt for your bed Pillow for your bed Glasses Desk Top Fan Flashlight Nightlight Snacks: chips, pretzels, cookies (in ziplock bags to keep snacks fresh) Water, pop, chocolate ************************************************** ************************************************** ************************ |
WOW, what a handy list! I will definitely use this for my upcoming guild retreat next Feb.
The only thing I would add is a small desktop fan. I always have one handy for when I flash into my own tropical paradise. :D Great list and thanks for sharing!! |
great idea, I will add a desk top fan to the list, thank you
Originally Posted by RenaB
WOW, what a handy list! I will definitely use this for my upcoming guild retreat next Feb.
The only thing I would add is a small desktop fan. I always have one handy for when I flash into my own tropical paradise. :D Great list and thanks for sharing!! |
That is a great list you provided. I'm surprised at the large amount of items as I will be attending my first retreat in a few months. Hopefully I'll have enough space in my car for me and my friend and all our "stuff."
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Originally Posted by Jill
That is a great list you provided. I'm surprised at the large amount of items as I will be attending my first retreat in a few months. Hopefully I'll have enough space in my car for me and my friend and all our "stuff."
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I would add colored pencils and graph paper for sketching out new ideas. Also nice to have are freezer paper (for applique and/or signature/label blocks) and wax paper & a towel (for cleaning applique gunk off the iron).
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yes this is just a list to help all of us and you can pack accordingly to each of you and your retreat areas
Originally Posted by jaciqltznok
Originally Posted by Jill
That is a great list you provided. I'm surprised at the large amount of items as I will be attending my first retreat in a few months. Hopefully I'll have enough space in my car for me and my friend and all our "stuff."
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great ideas, thanks I will add them to our growing list, thank you!!!!!
Originally Posted by qbquilts
I would add colored pencils and graph paper for sketching out new ideas. Also nice to have are freezer paper (for applique and/or signature/label blocks) and wax paper & a towel (for cleaning applique gunk off the iron).
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wow, crafty bear, thank you for putting this list together. it is very handy. hope to take a little quilty holiday. (maybe next year) lol, this year kind of got away from me. :D
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Originally Posted by jaciqltznok
Originally Posted by Jill
That is a great list you provided. I'm surprised at the large amount of items as I will be attending my first retreat in a few months. Hopefully I'll have enough space in my car for me and my friend and all our "stuff."
have fun! Also - if you're going with a friend, you can share some of the supplies - like painter's tape, sizing/starch, ironing station (since most places do not have the power/space for individual ironing stations), rotary mats & rulers (again, not all places have room for large individual cutting stations and usually have a few designated cutting stations scattered throughout the area). |
Originally Posted by craftybear
great ideas, thanks I will add them to our growing list, thank you!!!!!
Originally Posted by qbquilts
I would add colored pencils and graph paper for sketching out new ideas. Also nice to have are freezer paper (for applique and/or signature/label blocks) and wax paper & a towel (for cleaning applique gunk off the iron).
Never mind - I just saw it in the grouped list, but it's not listed in the alphabetical section. |
Good to have a check off list. Don't want to forget basics.
Went to a family reunion where a cousin forgot her underwear. We teased her no end. :) |
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One thing that I would add is to bring yourself some calling cards to easily exchange contact info. No doubt, you wil make some long lasting friends. So either you can design/print out some business card sized cards from your computer yourself, or go to an inexpensive print house to have some printed (for less than $10.00). Have a look at mine that I ordered from Vistaprint.ca I take them with me. I got 250 for about $12 incl. shipping. I keep them as part of my sewing kit and in my purse and I love using them. They're so easy.
http://quilt-knit-run-sew.blogspot.c...ling-card.html |
What a great list!! and yes, I've left the power cord behind before... sigh... one little distraction while putting the machine in the case... sigh... :oops:
And to Gail... another great idea!! |
Wish I had a retreat to pack for, oh well maybe some day.
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thanks for sharing.....im going to my first retreat soon and was wondering about this!
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I always forget to bring my cell phone charger, even on just a basic trip anywhere. Please add this.
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WOW! what a packing list..... Think I'll have the RETREAT at MY house! lol !!!!
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So funny this subject came up. I am going on a quilt retreat this weekend on Cape Cod and one thing we have found handy is a set of 4 bed risers to put under the folding table we use as our cutting table. Just that extra height makes it much easier for cutting.
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Thanks for the list. How long is a retreat?
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Your medications if you take any.
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Thanks! Great list and very helpful. Now I just need a retreat to go to.
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A notebook and pencil for writing down names, addresses,and email address, of new friends that you may meet at the retreat.
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Thanks for getting together the outstanding list. It will be extremely helpful.
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WOW, thanks. You saved me the trouble.
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When I attended my first retreat I took enough projects for two weeks of sewing! I have since learned to trim it down to a more realistic number. I think it helps to have everyting cut out before going as there are usually many people sharing a few large cutting areas. And sharing some of the supplies with a friend is a good idea so each of you has less to pack. Thanks for putting this list together.
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I've been to lots and lots of retreats and I'd leave about half of that stuff at home. You most definitely don't need perfume, nail polish or nail polish remover. Unless of course you're using a retreat as a way to step out on your husband like one person did at a retreat. You can probably leave the toilet paper at home. They generally have that everywhere nowadays.
Chances are high you won't use an iron or ironing board that you bring either. Most spaces limit the number of irons that can be plugged in and the people putting on the retreat generally supply irons, ironing boards and large cutting mats. It's best to ask the retreat hostess if you should bring these things. It works out really well to have each project ready to sew before you get there. Pack the supplies for each project with the project and you'll cut down on the amount of stuff you have to lug. |
You forgot the kitchen sink!!!! HA HA HA!!!
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Great list. It's better to have these things with you. You can only do so much prepping at home.
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Thank you so much for posting this. I am going on my first retreat this weekend (I'm so excited can hardly sleep) and the list will come in very handy. We were given a list, but this one is much more comprehensive. I'll share it with a few of the ladies in our group that are going together and take it with me for others going to future retreats. This board rocks!!! :thumbup:
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Originally Posted by Judith1005
wow, crafty bear, thank you for putting this list together. it is very handy. hope to take a little quilty holiday. (maybe next year) lol, this year kind of got away from me. :D
I divide my days up. Thursday is for shopping and resting from the trip. Friday a little shopping sewing a bit and dinner out locally. Saturday sew , sew, sew and more sewing. Sunday is for sewing and packing to go back home. Also I take board games, cards or hand sewing for night time things to do. I set at the machine to long I need a break. |
Reading that list made me tired just thinking about basically moving my sewing room to another location. Guess I'll just do my own private sewing retreat right here in my own home. LOL! Now to figure out how to pull that off....hummm......
I've never been to one. Do you really get that much sewing done? |
Yes, if you are prepared. I got alot finished/completed on my last girls weekend. there are only 4 of us and yes we bring almost everything but the kitchen sink. LOL
I've never been to one. Do you really get that much sewing done?[/quote] |
I just sent this list to all the ladies who are going on our retreat next week. Thanks.
Lucky for us, many things will be provided: iron, cutting mat, ott lights, ironing stations, surge protectors |
Think I need a second room:) Thanks. Always good to have a check list.
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Another VALUABLE item ---
Those little sticky address labels you get in the mail. They are a great time saver for all the drawings and contact cards you end up filling out. |
Thanks for consolidating the list, craftybear!
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OMG....I need a bigger suitcase.
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Well CraftyBear, I shared the list with my DH and he now thinks my sewing room is perfect and I really don't have to go to a retreat because it would take me 3 weeks to get ready to go and 3 weeks to get everything back where it belongs when I get back home. In fact, he has offered to buy my any thing for quilting that I would like to have as long as I don't pack up and go to a retreat.....sigh.
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Originally Posted by craftybear
If you have more ideas, please post them here on this thread so I can add them to our long list.
Here is another up to date list and if you think of anything else that needs to be added please let me know and here is the link to my pages that I am saving the master list on for all of us to use: http://www.quiltingboard.com/user_page.jsp?upnum=2100 Quilting Retreats Check off list: ***be sure to have some way to mark your tools with your name, address label, cool bead chains for your scissors, etc.) so you don't loose your items, easy to get mixed up if you share with others *** Contact Form (list who to contact in case of Emergency, names, phone #'s and cell phone #'s) list of medicines you take allergies list surgeries you have had Bag to carry your projects in Bobbins Cutting Mats Cushion to sit on Design Wall (Portable Design Wall) Extension Cords Extra Sewing Machine Needles (Universal will be fine) Fabric Markers Fabric Scissors Fabrics Fabrics (in Project bags with your pattern) Iron Ironing Board Lights Notebook and pencil to take notes Ott Lights Painter Tape (to secure cords on the floor) Patterns Pins Pincushion Quilt Books Quilt Magazines Rotary Cutters & ** be sure to have extra blades Rotary Ruler (or your favorite longer size) Rulers Safety Pins Seam Ripper (sorry - that might be needed) Sewing Machine Sewing Machine Attachments Sewing Machine Power Cord (you would be surprised at the number of ladies that leave home without it!!) Sewing Machine you are familiar with and instruction manual (just in case) Snips Spray Bottle (water) Starch or Sizing Straight Pins Sticky Notes Threads (All Colors) Thread Catcher and small pop up trash bin Wash-out marker Zip Lock Bags (a nice way to organize your project) projects!!! SEWING SUPPLIES [/B} pins scissors needles thread safey pins seam rippers [b] ROTARY CUTTING SUPPLIES Rotary Cutter Rotary Cutter Extra Blades Rotary Mats Rulers (be sure to put your name on them) [b] SEWING MACHINE/ACCESSORIES [B] Sewing Machines Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Sewin Machine Manul Assorted Feet Screw Driver Oil for your machine small brush extra bulbs needles bobbins extension cords surge protector Light (Ott Lights) Class/Project Supplies Each Project in its own bag with pattern and fabrics! paper pen/pencil fusible spray starch pre cut fabric books patterns compass protractor string Other Stuff: ** Dress in layers, some rooms cold, some very warm ** Digital Camera with several sets of extra batteries ** Cell Phone and Charger ** Lap Top, (all electric cords and chargers) ** Shopping List for completing UFO's, starting new project, stash building BE SURE TO PACK YOUR SUITCASE: Camera $$$$$ Credit Cards Cell Phone Lap Tops (For a Retreat: clothes, Personal items: Emergency Contact Paper (Names, Home Phone #'s, Cell Phone #s) List of Medicines you take Allegies List Bandaids Curling Irons Deodorant Finger Nail File Hair Dryer Kleenex Nail Polish Nail Polish Remover Perfume Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Toothbrush and Tooth Paste (Denture Cleaning Supplies) CLOTHES: Bras Jackets Pj's or nightgowns Shoes Socks Slippers Sweatshirts Tops Underwear Quilt for your bed Pillow for your bed Glasses Desk Top Fan Flashlight Nightlight Snacks: chips, pretzels, cookies (in ziplock bags to keep snacks fresh) Water, pop, chocolate ************************************************** ************************************************** ************************ |
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