LGJARN52

I've never been to a quilt retreat, but I'm also guessing that I wouldn't care for one because of my attention spam. Sewing for a couple hours a day is what is preferred, and I do get a lot accomplished in that time. I would much rather go on bus tours to different quilt shops with our state or even a neighboring state as it gets my juices flowing with new ideas.

Snooze2978

My friend got me interested into the quilt retreats and it did help me get my projects started or finished while there. I was one who could sew late into the night as I'm a night owl anyway. But I would sew awhile, then walk around and see what others are working on, chat a bit, then walk some more or even take a walk outside if the weather permitted. Then I'd got back to sewing again for a while. I quit going when I tore my rotor cuff as I wouldn't have the surgery until after the retreat and it hurt too much to enjoy sewing at all. Haven't gone since and that's been since Sept 2019.

The one problem I had with the timing of the retreats is in March, our area seemed to like to throw a blizzard our way and in September my garden is still in full swing so I couldn't just let it all rot so another reason why I quit going.

But otherwise I enjoyed going, meeting other quilters and seeing new ideas and ways of doing things with quilting.

peaceandjoy

I love quilt retreats! I've been on many. One was 4 friends in a rental that had a large working space; it had a small kitchen so we brought things for breakfast, went out to dinner and usually had leftovers for lunch. We did that every year for 5 or 6 years, until the building was sold. Then we went to a large one. Organized by a LQS at a hotel; probably at least 50 people there. It was great to see the many projects worked on. I got ideas and met new people. For several years now, I've gone to one at a local church camp. During off season, they offer spring and fall retreats; current format is for other crafters as well. Quilters work on one side of large dining hall, scrapbookers, crochet/knitters work on the other side. Sometimes, I participate as a communter, and go home at night - it's about 10 miles from my house! - other times, Istay. Love both

I enjoy interacting with other people, seeing what they are working on. I get lots of ideas - color combos, designs, patterns. Everyone walks around to see what others are doing. It's great to meet other people, too. one of the people I met recently organized a retreat in Morris, PA at Linck Hill Inn - highly recommend!

It's true, some people are more driven to work the entire time, but I find a nice balance. I just enjoy being with like-minded people, being inspired and making new friends.

Onebyone

I have heard some amazing, inspiring, and hilarious life stories from other quilters at retreat.

magicmoonmusings

I've only been to one. I enjoyed the camaraderie because I'm an extrovert, but I learned that I HATE sharing a hotel room with anyone. Since the guilds never offer single room options, I don't bother.

Onebyone

I usually won't go if shared room unless with my quilting friend.. If you are going to build a retreat build it have all sleeping options for everyone. Charge accordingly. So many have started retreat houses and cram everyone in a few bedrooms. Missouri Star retreat center is very nice and big. It is the only one I have been to I didn't mind sharing a room with another person. Plenty of privacy.

mramsden

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Book might work. There is no place to walk at the ones I've been at. Believe me I've looked because I'm a walker.

bearisgray

Once went to an event where there were four of us to a room. Next year I insisted on having a bed to myself. Did not care if it cost more!!

toverly

I used to love quilt retreats. It was in a motel conference center so I could have a room to myself and come and go as I pleased. I went by myself and met the nicest ladies. I don't think I would enjoy going as a group and doing all group things. One had a mystery quilt going on so it was nice to be working on the same clues at the same time.

Onebyone

I don't mind spending more for private room . A few times I have put myself down as my roommate and pay for the whole room if the retreat says have to share. This is what I do for a retreat more then two nights and no private room. It's worth it to relax and enjoy the time.