Quilting retreats
#1
I'm putting a question out for those who have attended quilting retreats. How much did you pay and what was included? How long does the activity usually last? I've never been to one but after reading the Elm Creek series I'm very interested! Share your experiences if you would please?
#3
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Central Indiana (USA)
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I haven't been to one before but some of us ladies from Indiana is thinking of trying to get one set up for anyone who wants to come from this site
lots of planning ahead
also we need to start a thread to find out what quilt board members would be interested in teaching classes!
Craftybear
I just surfed and found some information that you could use as some guidelines etc.
http://www.besewcreative.com/retreat_schedule.htm
also this site looks cool
http://quiltinginvermont.stronghouseinn.com/
lots of planning ahead
also we need to start a thread to find out what quilt board members would be interested in teaching classes!
Craftybear
I just surfed and found some information that you could use as some guidelines etc.
http://www.besewcreative.com/retreat_schedule.htm
also this site looks cool
http://quiltinginvermont.stronghouseinn.com/
Originally Posted by KarenBarnes
I'm putting a question out for those who have attended quilting retreats. How much did you pay and what was included? How long does the activity usually last? I've never been to one but after reading the Elm Creek series I'm very interested! Share your experiences if you would please?
#4
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Idaho
Posts: 11,375
Originally Posted by KarenBarnes
I'm putting a question out for those who have attended quilting retreats. How much did you pay and what was included? How long does the activity usually last? I've never been to one but after reading the Elm Creek series I'm very interested! Share your experiences if you would please?
#6
Google Goddess
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Central Indiana (USA)
Posts: 30,181
found this quilters retreat guide site (listed by states)
http://creabunda.typepad.com/quilters_retreat_director/
http://creabunda.typepad.com/quilters_retreat_director/
#7
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Southeast Iowa
Posts: 428
We just had our yearly Quilt Guild Quilt Retreat the end of April. From Fri - 5 PM to Sun- 1 PM, all meals provided by the lodge. So, two nights, Sat and Sun. brunch, Sat. dinner. for $85.00. We have brought our own meals and prepared them also, which cuts down on the cost, but then you have to stop sewing to fix meals too. We decided that paying for the meals were worth it! We have our Retreats at Crooked Creek Christian Camp. Located just south of Washington, IA. It is a lovely place to be. All on one floor, however we have also rented the lower level too. Lovely wooded area with trails to take a break and go for a walk.
#8
I paid $175 for logding and food the only thing is it is a UFO weekend no new stuff. I happen to like that I have yet to go to one that has classes. I just missed one in my area I have the shop bookmarked so I can get notices for future ones!!
#9
I just signed up for my first one to be held in October. It was $220 for all meals, programs and one free half day class for two nights. Friday - Sunday. You have to pay for any other classes and have a supply list sent to you. Cant wait! They have a challenge project, quilt square challenge and fun clothing things. Will post afterwards.
#10
I've been going to retreat for 8 years now. Cost is $250 for Friday, Saturday and Sunday -- meals included, twin beds some 2 to a room up to 6 to a room. Wonderful woodsy setting. 2 sewing buildings with 30 quilters in each. We have a party block where you make one and can win a bunch as well as a general real easy block where you make 60 of the same and go home with 60 different. A charity relay - takes about 20 minutes. Lots of prizes and give-aways. We bring goodies to share, have marguerita happy hour. Sometimes we have massages -- hands, arms and neck for $1 a minute. $5 gives you heaven.
Always have a fabulous time and look forward to every January! Interested? Drop me a PM.
Always have a fabulous time and look forward to every January! Interested? Drop me a PM.
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