Quilt Retreat 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Itchin’ to be Stitchin’ Quilt Retreat
hosted by Sebastian County Fair Association
Registration will close when we hit 50 quilters. We will keep a short wait list. All quilters will receive an email with a recommended list of things to bring (like extension cords, etc.) at LEAST two weeks before the event.
Question: Is this a place where I can come learn to make a quilt?
Answer: No, this is a retreat for experienced quilters whether with little experience or LOTS of experience. There will be no instructor on site.
Question: Do I leave my machine and things overnight or take them home each day?
Answer: Building will be secured so you can leave your things. A SCFA employee will be there during all hours of operation. She will lock up in the evening around 7:00 and open in the morning about 7:30 a.m.
Question: Do I have to make a specific quilt?
Answer: No, you have the freedom to make whatever you want! You will get a free pattern with your registration but it is your gift. You can bring whatever you wish to work on.
Question: Do I get to keep what I make?
Answer: Absolutely! This is a place to sit and sew with others who also have a passion for quilting.
Question: Will there be a presentation or instructor?
Answer: No. We are basically making new friends, spending time with old friends but all just sewing on our own thing.
Question: Will meals be provided?
Answer: With your registration, lunch will be provided on Monday and Tuesday along with afternoon snacks. There will be no breakfast offered.
Question: What does Potluck mean on Sunday?
Answer: Sunday evening will be a time for each quilter to bring food to share. You can go solo with an entree, side dish, dessert, etc. OR you can partner up with someone you know is also attending to bring something together.
Question: Do I get my own table?
Answer: Probably not, but the tables are 8 foot long and there will be no more than 2 at a table. Like a church fellowship table from the old days.
Question: Are the chairs super comfy?
Answer: Well…….probably not. They are folding chairs. Bring a cushion to sit on if you wish OR bring your own chair.
Question: Will there be door prizes?
Answer: No
Question: Do I bring gifts for everyone at the retreat?
Answer: No, please don’t. That is a great thing that many retreats and camps do, but we are trying to keep this simple.
Question: Do we just sew all day?
Answer: Kind of. We will have a few games to play throughout the day that are optional.
Question: Do I have to arrive at 7:30? And do I have to stay until 7:00 pm?
Answer: No, you can come when you are ready and leave when you are ready. You can come and go throughout the day. Although to an outsider looking in, we may look like a sweatshop, we are NOT. You are not a prisoner.
Question: Will sewing machines be available for me to use?
Answer: No, you need to bring your own equipment.
Question: Are the blocks for the Charity Quilt required?
Answer: No, it is just an opportunity for us to provide someone in need of some love a handmade quilt. This year our Charity quilt will be donated to the Linus Project.
Question: Do I have to come for all three days?
Answer: No, but there is no price break if you do not.
Question: Will there be ironing stations and cutting stations?
Answer: Yes, but rulers and rotary cutters are very limited. We will have a couple of large cutting mats. And 2-3 ironing stations with full board and irons.
