Wanting to book a quilting retreat at the Farmhouse? Check out some helpful hints below!
Things Provided
- Work lights for each table
- Extension Cords
- Power Strips
- 2 cutting mats
- 2 rotary cutters
- 2 ironing boards
- 2 irons
- 3 design walls
- Clip-on table caddy to hold mug or water bottle, small bag for clippings, and your phone
| OTHER TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS |
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| 1. First…..begin to pack and prepare for your retreat at least a few days in advance (a week is better)! |
| 2. Iron your fabric before the retreat. Who wants to spend retreat time at the ironing board? |
| 3. Do a basic run-thru of your machine before packing it. Oil it well and clean out the bobbin case. Also put in a new needle. |
| 4. Separate your projects into easy-to-take bins or bags. |
| 5. Cut out as many of your projects as possible. …Bring several mindless sewing projects along. |
| 6. Be sure to bring extras of the fabrics you are using including extra yardage of your background fabrics. … |
| 7. Bring other extra fabric – in case someone has a new technique or pattern you want to try. |
| 8. “Those who pack light – retreat more” – There are really no rules, don’t let packing get in your way. |
What to Pack on a Quilting Retreat
- Sewing machine (including foot pedal & power cord!)
- Extra sewing machine needles
- Neutral thread (plus others needed for specific projects)
- Pre-wound bobbins
- Pins & pin cushion
- 1/4 inch foot; walking foot if needed
- Seam ripper (our favorite sewing accessory…)
- Small ruler
- Small cutting mat & rotary cutter if working by your machine
- Put a new blade in your rotary cutter
- A Fabric Scissors & a paper scissors
- Notebook to make notes
- Fabric basting glue
- Snacks and Drinks… of course!
- Layers of clothing
- Slippers or fuzzy socks
- Bring handiwork for when you are tired of sewing at your machine
- Kits are great for retreats because everything is in one bag ready to go
- Special back or chair cushions or your own bed pillows if you want
