Upcoming Classes

News for August 2013

I don't know about you, but my spring and summer have been quite full and busy. June's retreat was small but lovely with students from Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, and Belgium!

Here, returning student Christina shows off her sun quilt started at one of last year's retreats. 

Below, world traveler Rit adds contrast to the wild portrait of her grandson.

Teaching travel has included Montana (see my furry souvenir in photo above!), Ohio, and New Zealand. Maybe I'll have a chance to sort through those 2000+ photos for some travel shots in September!

August itself has been slow and hot as summer should be. It's been contemplative for me as well, as it's the 1-year anniversary of a breast cancer diagnosis. Needless to say, this past year was not exactly how I had planned it to be. Travel was cancelled or put on hold to accommodate surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy schedules. A big thank you to all the would-be students who were so understanding with my change in plans.

I've been lucky with no further signs of cancer and virtually no side effects from the medical treatments. Though I do have a new, and grayer, hairstyle. I've learned how to take better care of myself, and I've realized what a great support system I have in my family and friends. An even bigger thank you to them.

Now, if you'll excuse me, my studio is calling. There's new work to begin, and one special creature in particular has been waiting long enough to get started on.

Until later, take care,

Final Maine Retreat for 2013 in October!

 

The sign-up is going well, though there's still room in October, let me know and I'lll reserve your spot. Payment is taken either through PayPal or by check. Visit my website here to sign up.

 

Class size is limited to 12 students to allow for more individual attention.

Husbands joined us for our opening night lobster dinner at a local lobster pound and restaurant on Basin Cove. The catch could not have been any fresher! My husband Tom (standing), gave those who needed it a lesson on how to eat a lobster. A perfect summer evening.

 

October 13-16: Leaf Peepers Quilt Retreat

Enjoy the change of seasons in beautiful Maine while enjoying a four-day Fabric Images Retreat. After a Saturday night lobster dinner, the following four days will allow students to either complete a simpler project or to get a good start on a more ambitious project. Plus, Fall in Maine is one of the most beautiful times of the year-you may want to schedule an extra day or more on either side of the class to take in the foliage! Read the class description for Fabric Images on Susan's website.

 

Price of $520 includes:

• Four-day class 
• Lobster dinner Saturday night
• Lunches Sunday through Wednesday 
• Morning and afternoon coffee, tea, and snacks 
• Dinner Sunday and Tuesday (Monday is open to explore local restaurants)
• Evening trunk show of Susan's quilts
• Hand and arm massage from a local massage therapist. (Full massage appointments may be scheduled for an extra fee.)
• Visit to Susan's studio

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