Category: The Gathering Retreats
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Sue Spargo Returns to the Gathering in Winter, 2024!
Hey everyone! Have you heard the great news? Internationally renowned fiber artist, Sue Spargo is officially returning to The Gathering this February, 2024! As I’m sure you already know, Sue is an extremely talented quilter and master of creative stitching, which can make getting a seat at one of her exclusive educational events a bit…
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A-Tisket, A-Tasket…
Hey everyone! I hope your Monday is treating you well! Weekends fly by so fast, but Mondays almost feel like they go even quicker for me… No matter how hard I try to tie up all the loose ends of work by Friday afternoon, they always seem to unravel again by the end of the…
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Finally!
Wow! What an absolutely gorgeous day outside. The sun is out, the birds are singing, and there’s barely a cloud in the sky – finally! I was reluctant to believe that this warm, dry, and stable weather is actually here to stay, but after a quick look at my weather app over lunch, I think…
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Nothing Says Summer Quite Like Red, White, and Blue!
Hey everyone! Holy cow… How is it already Friday again so soon? Trust me, I’m not complaining, but it feels like this week went by at the speed of lighting! I guess that’s what happens when things are as busy as they have been around here. Time just keeps on flying by! We’ve had a…
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Come One, Come All to a Bernina Sewing Class!
Hey, hey, happy Wednesday everyone! I hope your week is going well. It is such a beautiful day here in northeast WI that it’s just about unbelievable. Last week we were sitting in the mid to upper 30’s and now today less than a week later, it’s over 80º! Once again, I’m feeling bad for…
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Avoid Winter Blues with RETREAT and New Patterns!
Good evening stitchers! It was a beautiful day out there, but it sure has been cold so far this week. This time of year it’s not uncommon for a sunny, bluebird day to be a sign that it’s also colder than a witch’s… er… kneecap (yeah, that’s the part I was thinking of) outside. The…
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Cuddle Up and Retreat!
One of my favorite things about hosting retreats is getting to spend time with guests who have come here to learn. Watching people get excited when they accomplish something new brings a lot of joy to me! What I love most of all, is the opportunity to get to know my customers and fellow stitchers…