Monday, March 28, 2011

Last week...

...I went on quilt retreat! There were about 100 of us set up in the main conference room ...
Everywhere I looked there was an abundance of fabric...


And quilting supplies galore!


And of course plenty of treats for sharing...


This is pretty much what every table looked like...full to the brim with fun fun fun...we all had a blast!


This is Amy from American Quilting who hosted the retreat. What a cutie! I just love her...thanks Amy!

Once again you outdid yourself and put on a fantastic retreat:)


There were 4 of us on my table....this is my friend Susann who sat across from me...


...and then my friend Judi who sat next to Susann....


...and Rae Ann who sat next to me.



We all had a great time together and did alot of sewing...visiting...eating... and laughing.

And we did plenty of goofing off at the same time...lol.



I was surrounded everywhere by all kinds of quilty goodness...here are a few random shots of what I saw...




















What do you think?...Does it look like fun to you?

I heart retreats:)

Everything that I saw...I wanted to take a picture of.

Can you believe that I took 236 pictures!

Obviously I can't show them all but I have so much more more to share with you throughout this week ...including my class and trunk show with Sandy Klopp!

.... so stay tuned girls!

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27 comments:

  1. ria vogelzangMarch 28, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    It sounds and looks (!!!!) like GREAT fun!!!!
    Love to see all those different projects!

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  2. ShellyMarch 28, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    How nice it is for you all to sew together! I'm so envious!

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  3. CarolMarch 28, 2011 at 4:10 AM

    Looks like you all had a fantastic time...lots of wonderful projects. In the picture of Susann theres's a red light and then later there's a picture of a Featherweight with a black light that look wonderful...lots of good light and it looks like you can get the light right where you need it...can you give me any info on it? Thanks bunches.

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  4. quilaryMarch 28, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    Looks and sounds like a whole load of fun. I went to a smaller version in Sydney on Saturday - it's such fun to get together with other crafters and be surrounded by gorgeous creations.

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  5. trishMarch 28, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    Wow Lori. What a fun time you all had!! I love all the beautiful sewing that you shared with us. :o)

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  6. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    Oh I love all the different projects! All sorts of styles and colors.

    What a great time you had. I can tell with all the smiles. :-)

    Pass the Junior mints, please...LOL!

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  7. AlannahMarch 28, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    I have never been to a retreat buy I was honestly just telling my husband last night that I would like to find one and go... but I havent heard of one being around here

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  8. DebbieMarch 28, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    It looks like 'sew' much fun! I think it would be a great time. I would love to do something like that.

    *hugs*
    Debbie K

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  9. BrendaMarch 28, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    My BFF and I were talking about wanting to try a retreat out. None of my sewing friend nor I have gone before. I am going to have to show them your blog this week and set a fire under them!

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  10. Bethany @happyhomemakermeMarch 28, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    I'm glad you had fun :-)
    Looks like an amazing time!

    ♥ Bethany

    www.happyhomemaker.me

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  11. Carrie P.March 28, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Lots of creative juices flowing in that place. I see lots of things I would like to make too.

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  12. Sew Much AdoMarch 28, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Oh my goodness!!! That looks like so much fun! I'd love to go to one some day! Thanks for sharing :).

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  13. birdie blueMarch 28, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    that looks like so much fun! love all the sweet pics of all the beautiful quilts. i especially like the little toadstool pin cushion.

    xo
    ~molly

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  14. DarleneMarch 28, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    What a delightful week end you enjoyed. You were obviously surrounded by very inspirational and talented women. Thank you for sharing.

    I'd love to know more about Susann's little red light, too.

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  15. PamKittyMorningMarch 28, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    It looks like tons of fun!

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  16. ElizabethMarch 28, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I've been in a quilting slump lately but you have given me so much inspiration I just may start another quilt! Love all the photos you shared with us.

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  17. GardenOfDaisiesMarch 28, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    What an abundance of wonderful quilty goodness!!!! Looks like you had an amazing time! And your friends all look like they could be sisters. :-)

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  18. VickiTMarch 28, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Looks like you must've had a blast. All thoses pretty colored fabrics being made into all those wonderful projects and seeing them all must've been inspiration enough. And the chocolate and treats can't hurt either right? LOL

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  19. Calamity Jane's Cottage, BonnieMarch 28, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Lori, I so enjoy seeing retreats and all the fun you girls are having. The eye candy just brings so much inspiration to get us going. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. Into VintageMarch 28, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Looks like a lot of fun to me -- especially to see all the different projects being worked on. I'm trying to imagine the sound of 100 sewing machines. :-)

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  21. Nanette MerrillMarch 28, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    oh that looks like a whole lotta fun. Good friends and fabric = a great time. I'm sure you were burning up your feather weight.

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  22. WoolenSailsMarch 28, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    It looks like a fun retreat and lots of beautiful quilts being made.

    Debbie

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  23. ThimbleannaMarch 28, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I can't wait to see your pictures Lori! It looks like you had a fantastic time!

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  24. amy smartMarch 28, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Fun times! :)

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  25. Debra HowardMarch 29, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Oh it looks like you had such a great time! I love doing things like that. It has been a long time since I have. I have just recently found your blog and it is so fun and I love your tutorials! I was burning up pinterest bookmarking my favorites.
    Looking forward to getting to know you.
    Debbie

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  26. Sandra HendersonMarch 31, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    I can hear the chattering, laughing, sewing machines humming...your photos really are great. Gorgeous, talented group!!! Beautiful work girls!!!
    I am goingto a retreat in the fall and can not wait!!!

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  27. JeanneApril 4, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    It looks like a blast! Great pictures. I spotted 'my' red cell phone on one of the pics. LOL I'm heading to Shipshewana tomorrow for a retreat, too.

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