retreats for someone whom wants to learn how to quilt
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You might look up quilt guilds in your area. Contact them and ask about retreats or classes. You may find that there is a modern quilt guild. We have one in our area. The retreats that I am familiar with are put on by our quilt guilds, although I have not seen one that included lessons. Just thinking that a guild could point you in the right direction for what you are looking for. Good luck!
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I agree to check for local quilt guilds Or a quilt store in your area that may have classes. Most retreats are for attendees to work on their own projects. I am sure you will find people willing to help you and answer your questions. But, they may not want to spend the whole retreat teaching. Joann’s also has quilting classes. That would teach you the basics to get you started. Also, you can ask any questions you have here for a wealthy of information
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Welcome, welcome! Your enthusiasm is contagious! You will enjoy a retreat much more after you have learned the basics . A class teacher will break down the steps into manageable parts, answer all your questions because you’re a paying student, after all, and you can work on your first project as homework.
A retreat is generally an event that participants plan in advance to sew their own projects without the interruptions of home and work life. Quilters are more than happy to give advice, answer questions periodically and show their way of doing things when asked. But what they’re paying for is usually a weekend to concentrate on sewing and, when not, then relaxing. That’s not to say there aren’t teaching ones —there are— but More likely they are for folks who know the basics and want to learn a specific technique. I have never been on a quilting retreat but hope to, someday.
A retreat is generally an event that participants plan in advance to sew their own projects without the interruptions of home and work life. Quilters are more than happy to give advice, answer questions periodically and show their way of doing things when asked. But what they’re paying for is usually a weekend to concentrate on sewing and, when not, then relaxing. That’s not to say there aren’t teaching ones —there are— but More likely they are for folks who know the basics and want to learn a specific technique. I have never been on a quilting retreat but hope to, someday.
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