TWISTED BEECH QUILT RETREAT

RETREAT HAS BEEN SUSPENDED AT THE PRESENT TIME

Twisted Beech Quilt Retreat 2023

Sponsored by cathyjonesquilts.com

On the beautiful shores of Stony Lake

Newly Remodeled Stony Lake Retreat Center - Camp Ao Wa Kiya

8401 W. Thomas Pike

Shelby, MI 49455

October 8-12, 2023

Arrival 3:00 P.M. - Departure 11:00 A.M.

All meals included.

2023 Theme: "Applique’ Adventures ”

Sew from dawn to dusk, 24-7 or as your heart desires. 

Show and Tell Wednesday evening.

Limited registration so sign up early. 

Complete and mail with deposit to:

Cathy Jones

8170 W. Arthur Rd.

New Era, MI 49446

 

Registration Form

Twisted Beech Quilt Retreat 2023 

Twisted Beech Quilt Retreat will be held at the newly remodeled Stony Lake Retreat Center-Camp Ao Wa Kiya, October 8-12, 2023. This beautiful camp is located on Stony Lake near Lake Michigan, Oceana County, Shelby, MI. 

This Year’s Subject: Applique’ Adventures

Each participant will learn how to create their own original appliqué flower pot. Various forms of appliqué technique will be explored, from needle turn to machine stitched.

Material’s List: 

Sewing machine with zig zag ability and basic sewing supplies. Rotary cutter, mat and your favorite quilter’s rulers. A portable light to sew if desired. Fabric scissors, embroidery scissors with fine sharp point, water soluble glue stick, Microtex 70/10 or 75/11 machine sewing needles. Straw needle or desired hand sewing needle that fits comfortably in your hand. Thimble. Desired stabilizer or freezer paper for machine appliqué. Marking tools, paper and pencil. 

Fabrics: 

Prints and solids in desired colors. Matching threads. Or .004 monofilament smoke or clear colored thread for machine appliqué. A neutral background rectangle measuring at least 15”x20”.

Reminder: this project is optional.

What to bring:

October can be warm or cool. Dress is casual. Please bring a quilt for Show and Tell. 

Price: 

$425 (Single Supplement $525) Fee includes all food, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water and sleeping quarters. Linens are NOT provided for the twin beds. (Some students bring a sleeping bag.) Refrigerator and microwave are available for use if desired. Each participant has a 6’ table to work on. Additional cutting, ironing stations and design walls are also set up in the sewing area. 

A $100 deposit is required at time of reservation. Final payment is due August 15, 2023.

Arrival: 3:00 P.M. Departure 11:00 A.M. 

2022 Twisted Beech Quilt Retreat Registration 

Name:_________________________________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip__________________________________________________________

Telephone____________________e-mail_____________________________________

Emergency Contact Person/Phone___________________________________________

Dietary & Mobility Restrictions_____________________________________________

2 Unit Room____________________Private Room_____________________________

Roomate________________________________________________________________

Deposit:____________________Balance Due:_________________________________

Check payable to: Cathy Jones, 8170 W. Arthur Rd., New Era, MI 49446