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Harpie the Harpswell Sea Serpent makes his appearance at the Memorial Day Parade. He'll re-surface in July at the Harpswell Festival.
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| Upcoming Classes | Maine Summer Quilt Retreat, July 9-10, Harpswell Inn, Harpswell, Maine
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The Given Land is a novel written by my husband, which was inspired by our family's trip to New Zealand. When predators invade their island home, the bird heroes of the Given Land are forced to fight for their existence. Geared to young adult readers (aka our son, Sam), it will appeal to adults as well.
For more information, visit the website:
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In Harpswell summer begins with Memorial Day and the annual parade. I didn't grow up in a small town, but it warms my heart to see how seriously and reverently the town treats it's Memorial Day Parade. It's a full 1/8th mile in duration through the not-so-obvious center of a very spread out town. Yet, a bagpiper leads the high-school marching band, scout float, antique cars, fire engines, kids on bikes, and Harpswell Festival volunteers. We're founding members of that last group and it's been a pleasure to help add Harpie the Sea Serpent and other giant festival puppets to the parade.
 A couple weeks ago a new event was added in Harpswell--my very own Springtime Quilting Retreat! The weeks of rain we had endured stopped long enough to allow walks and as much sight-seeing as time permitted. Otherwise, it was 2 days of creativity with a very excited bunch of ladies. Piles of fabric were everywhere--talk about springtime color! 20 great projects got on their way and I look forward to seeing and sharing in the results as they complete the quilts (as I do with all my classes). A recurring request on the student evaluation forms was to make this an annual event and I'd be pleased to do so. To view some of the awesome work (and glowing comments!) from this retreat, check out this link to my website: www.susancarlson.com/Class_Photos.
 Next comes the Summertime Retreat on July 9th and 10th. The May students gave me some great feedback which I'll apply to the July class. A major change is that I'll be limiting the July retreat size to 18 students. I'm about half-way there with sign-ups. Let me know if you're interested! More class information is below.
The July retreat dates coincide with "Celebrate Summer in Harpswell"--a weekend of art tours, live music, and craft demonstrations. FMI: info@ashcovepottery.com or harpswellmaine.org/galleries.
Have a safe and sunny month--Happy Summer Solstice on the 21st!
Susan |
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Maine Summer Quilt Retreat
 SPACE STILL AVAILABLE
Cutting Loose Class
Saturday & Sunday
July 9-10, 2011
Harpswell, Maine
Enjoy a two-day retreat with Susan in her hometown of Harpswell, along the scenic coast of Maine. The class will be held at the charming Harpswell Inn B&B at Lookout Point on Casco Bay, one of the most photographed and beautiful spots in Maine--and just a half mile from Susan's studio.
The schedule (for now) for the two days is as follows:
Saturday, July 9th
9am-noon - class (w/coffee break)
noon-1pm - lunch provided by Inn (walk to shore if desired)
1-4pm - class (w/coffee break)
4-6:30pm - personal time (complementary chair and hand massage available)
6:30-8pm - dinner provided by the Inn
8-9pm - evening trunk show by Susan and general show-and-tell
Sunday, July 10th
9am-noon - class (w/coffee break)
noon-1pm - lunch provided by Inn (walk to shore if desired)
1-4pm - class (w/coffee break)
4pm - class ends and pack-up
4:30-6pm - visit to Susan's studio (if desired)
(complementary chair and hand massage available at times throughout day)
In addition, this particular July weekend is being dubbed "Celebrate Summer in Harpswell". There are numerous events and special deals in the works including: a sheep dog demo and fundraiser/concert for a town bandstand on Sat., an iris garden tour at Earthart Gardens and an open house at Gun Point Gallery on Sun., plus pottery demos at Ash Cove Pottery Sat. & Sun.. Extra things to do if anyone is traveling with spouse or family! FMI: info@ashcovepottery.com or harpswellmaine.org/galleries
All of this for $195!
Lodging extra.
For availability or more information on the class, contact susan@susancarlson.com.
For an application form click here.
 Lodging: The Harpswell Inn charges $120-$259 per night for a double-occupancy room or suite with pull-out couch. FMI, please contact the Harpswell Inn directly.
Harpswell Inn Website
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This Bag Will Tickle You Pink
 You can't have too many bags (at least that's what I tell my husband). They're so useful! For groceries, for fabric storage, for travel--however you use your "Tickled Pink" bag, you'll be the height of fashion. This quilt is featured in my second book Serendipity Quilts and can viewed at my website.
With zipper and rugged shoulder-length handles. Made from recycled plastic water bottles! Generous size of 15.5" x 15" x 8". $10 plus shipping and handling. Click Here to Order |
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