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Old October 20th 05, 01:51 PM
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Hi gang!
I am so excited! I am headed for my first quilt retreat this weekend.
I've started packing for it and would like to know from anyone who has
been what are absolute must-haves? I think I have packed all of the
basics, so I'm looking for what would really come in handy. BTW, I'm
taking a bargello class using Chris Timmins (hope I spelled it right)
pattern. I look forward to your responses, and TIA!
DeNise

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Old October 20th 05, 02:01 PM
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M&Ms. That way, you have a little chocolate to nibble on without getting
your fingers messy. Easy to pack, easy to share.

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Hi gang!
I am so excited! I am headed for my first quilt retreat this weekend.
I've started packing for it and would like to know from anyone who has
been what are absolute must-haves? I think I have packed all of the
basics, so I'm looking for what would really come in handy. BTW, I'm
taking a bargello class using Chris Timmins (hope I spelled it right)
pattern. I look forward to your responses, and TIA!
DeNise



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Old October 20th 05, 02:35 PM
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Will do! Thanks Wendy!

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Old October 20th 05, 02:50 PM
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Hi DeNise,

I just went to my first quilt retreat this past weekend! Had a blast.
Here is what I found is nice to take. Towel, sheets, quilt,
flashlight, mug for coffee/tea, creamer, sugar or sugar substitute,
rotary cutter (take extra blades), scissors (one for fabric, one for
paper), sewing machine with lots of bobbins, extra needles for machine,
little fan, a light, a log extension cord with surge protector and lots
of space for plugs, iron, iron pad, toiletries in a bag or box, candy
to share, soda or bottled water and cup to drink, fabric, thread, and
any other quilting supplies you may need. Also take some hand work if
you have it to pass the time when you get tired of the machine and want
to take a break. Oh and the best thing I found and used a lot is one
of the thread snips caddies to put your snips and bits of thread into.
There is a great free pattern for one at
http://www.janome.com/project_show.php?id=449
It is really useful.

Gets lots of sleep before you go because you will want to stay up all
night stitching and talking with the ladies! Just relax and have a
great time!!!!

Ann in Maryland

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Old October 20th 05, 03:06 PM
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Hi Ann,
Thanks so much for the suggestions - you've mentioned so many useful
things that I had not thought of! I will try to get sleep before I go,
but I'm so excited I'm not sure I will!

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Old October 20th 05, 04:03 PM
KJ
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Thats a fancy snip caddy! You can also use a small plastic margerine bowl,
with a hole cut in the lid for bits of thread and your snips. Works great,
easy to dump the treads and doesn't tip over.
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Hi DeNise,

I just went to my first quilt retreat this past weekend! Had a blast.
Here is what I found is nice to take. Towel, sheets, quilt,
flashlight, mug for coffee/tea, creamer, sugar or sugar substitute,
rotary cutter (take extra blades), scissors (one for fabric, one for
paper), sewing machine with lots of bobbins, extra needles for machine,
little fan, a light, a log extension cord with surge protector and lots
of space for plugs, iron, iron pad, toiletries in a bag or box, candy
to share, soda or bottled water and cup to drink, fabric, thread, and
any other quilting supplies you may need. Also take some hand work if
you have it to pass the time when you get tired of the machine and want
to take a break. Oh and the best thing I found and used a lot is one
of the thread snips caddies to put your snips and bits of thread into.
There is a great free pattern for one at
http://www.janome.com/project_show.php?id=449
It is really useful.

Gets lots of sleep before you go because you will want to stay up all
night stitching and talking with the ladies! Just relax and have a
great time!!!!

Ann in Maryland




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Old October 20th 05, 04:06 PM
joan8904 in Bellevue Nebraska
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I've never been to a retreat, but I've seen people come to quilting
classes in the store. The overriding thought appears to be 'BRING
EVERYTHING INCLUDING THE KITCHEN SINK!'

joan :

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Old October 20th 05, 04:49 PM
Taria
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The local gals tend to have everything between them A bunch of
good chocolate chip cookies will get you anything you need in
trade. The more classes/retreats you get to the easier it gets.
Make sure your machine is in good running order BEFORE you go.
Extra needles and accessories for the machine are a must. Backup
rotary blades and cutter are good too. A good sharp seam ripper
might be handy. Just make sure you have the basics and also
the list for the class/retreat. A comfy pillow isn't a bad
idea either. Comfy shoes too.
HTH, Taria

joan8904 in Bellevue Nebraska wrote:

I've never been to a retreat, but I've seen people come to quilting
classes in the store. The overriding thought appears to be 'BRING
EVERYTHING INCLUDING THE KITCHEN SINK!'

joan :


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Old October 20th 05, 04:51 PM
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Chocolate is always appropriate.

Cindy

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Hi gang!
I am so excited! I am headed for my first quilt retreat this weekend.
I've started packing for it and would like to know from anyone who has
been what are absolute must-haves? I think I have packed all of the
basics, so I'm looking for what would really come in handy. BTW, I'm
taking a bargello class using Chris Timmins (hope I spelled it right)
pattern. I look forward to your responses, and TIA!
DeNise



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Old October 20th 05, 04:57 PM
Mary in Rock Island IL
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Take along more to work on than you think you will get to. My last
retreat I was amazingly productive, got through most of my extra and
wished I had brought more. Even if you don't get it all done, it is
nice to have choices.

Beyond the fabulous suggestions you have already gotten, I also like
to take my slippers--keep my feet warm but not as confining as my
shoes. And take whatever is necessary so you can take a walk outside,
most retreats are in gorgeous settings.

Have fun!


Mary
 




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