Sewing in the Summer 2015

Gravatt Camp and Conference Center

Aiken, S. C.

Wednesday, August 12 – Sunday, August 16, 2015

This is a UFO event. You work on your own projects and just have a relaxing good time. 
All meals are provided by the fantastic Gravatt kitchen!  No dishes to wash!!! 
Walking paths all over the camp so that you can get your daily exercise. Walk by the lake and just lose yourself in your surroundings.
Nothing is structured except meal times.

Your fee includes:
Neat and clean lodging in either Cole Lodge or our quaint cottages.
The rooms in Cole Lodge sleep 2 and have their own bathrooms.
The cottage rooms have 2 adjoining rooms, each sleeping 2, with a shared bathroom.
Meals starting with dinner on Wednesday night (Thursday-for three day campers) and ending with lunch on Sunday.

A 6 foot table all to yourself as your work area

Smoking is not allowed while attending a One Loose Thread Retreat

Ironing surfaces furnished by One Loose Thread
Raised cutting surfaces
Snack Area

Massage available
Lots of Laughter
Of course, a few surprises will be thrown into the mix. 

Any Questions should be directed to:

One Loose Thread Quilting, 630 Planters Drive, Columbia, S. C. 29209

630p@bellsouth.net

P. S. Also mark your calendars for

Fall Mid-week retreat—Tuesday, November 10 – Friday, November 13, 2015

Looking for Spring 2016 – Thursday, February 18 – Sunday, February 21, 2016

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE BY CLICKING ON THE LINKS AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE

One Loose Thread Retreats are now Smoke Free!!

After much thought on my own and prodding by the 'Frayed Knots' I have come to the decision that all retreats will be smoke free. No smoking will be allowed during any of One Loose Thread retreats. Not outside of the buildings, not in peoples cars, not in the rooms, No Where.

So, those of you that smoke, I would love to have you at May Mester and Quilt Camp, but, it can't happen as long as you are smoking

Thank you for your attention,

SOLD OUT!!! Well, maybe not.................

I want to thank everyone who has registered for May Mester #3. The event has sold out and I have started a waiting list. I have left all of the information on the blog, but, will be removing it by April 15th to post registration information for August Summer Quilt Camp.

Thanks again!!

There could be 3 or 4 spaces available if someone is interested it May Mester. Just contact me.

May Mester #3 alternative

So, you really want to join us for May Mester, but, you don't want to commit to such a big project? You want to learn the 'Judy Niemeyer' way to paper piece, but, you don't want to make a 72" quilt? You know that One Loose Thread puts on top notch events, but, you just can't think about a full quilt at this time.

No Problem:

We thought about that and we have the solution. Make some placemats:

Karen will walk you through these over the weekend. Aren't they beautiful? I love these small projects that Judy has come up with.

OR
Make a table runner:

Learn her technique, but, you don't have to commit to a big quilt.

Register Now for May Mester #3.

The information about the retreat can be found just by clicking on the link in the address bar above. I would love to introduce you to the 'Frayed Knots' and get you comfortable with the Judy Niemeyer method of paper piecing.........the easiest way EVER to paper piece.

Our Certified Instructor, Karen Conley will walk you through these patterns over the weekend and you will leave with the confidence to tackle any of Judy's patterns.

Just thought you would like to know............there is space available.
Have a great day

May Mester #3 'Fire Island Hosta' Class

May Mester #3

Thursday April 30 – Sunday May 3, 2015

Camp Gravatt Conference Center

Aiken, S. C.

4 days and 3 nights of quilting fun with the Frayed Knots of One Loose Thread.

Karen Conley, Certified Judy Neimeyer Instructor

‘Fire Island Hosta’ and others!!!

Class will begin after supper on Thursday night with 2 hours of prep and instruction. We will continue with 6 hours on Friday and 6 hours on Saturday. Class instruction will conclude on Sunday morning with 2 hours of ‘wrap up’ between breakfast and lunch. That’s 16 hours of professional instruction!! Where else would you find that except at a One Loose Thread event!! In between class times it will be ‘free time’ for working on your class project, a ufo, or reading or walking around the beautiful retreat site or just taking naps, as you choose.

Lodging will be provided on site. You may choose from a quaint cottage room that shares a bathroom with the room next door or a lodge room with 2 double beds and its own bathroom. I have set aside just a few single rooms for this event and they will be first come first served. All other rooms will be doubles. If you can’t find a roommate, I will be glad to try to pair you with someone that will be compatible for you. With very few exceptions, all rooms are on the ground level.

Yes, we do have a special rate for day students!! See the registration form for additional information.

All meals, 9 of them, are included in your registration fee and will be prepared and served by the fantastic kitchen staff at Gravatt. If you have special diets or food restrictions please note that on your registration forms so that we can address those. I promise that you won’t go hungry during your stay with us.

All classroom space will be close to lodging and the dining hall. I usually tell everyone the longest distance to the dinner table is 100 yards. Classroom space is on the ground level, so no steps to climb.

Class Information:

Karen Conley, Certified Instructor for Judy Neimeyer, is returning for another weekend with the Frayed Knots. This time she will be teaching ‘Fire Island Hosta’ and Hosta Queen. No, you don’t have to work on the Hosta’s, as a plus, Karen will be available to help with other Judy Neimeyer patterns that you have already started and might be causing you problems. Judy has published 2 ‘leaf’ patterns that would work really well for you if you don’t want to start something really big. However, these other patterns must be cleared through Karen so that she can make sure she is familiar with them. Please understand that the primary focus is the Hosta. Patterns can be ordered from Karen at a discount. She will also kit this for you if you would like it done like that. She just needs ample notice…..like immediately.

This quilt was done by Dyna Hall

This Quilt was done by Certified Instructor, Tammy Doane

 Check out the top of this page to go to the registration page.

Register as soon as you can since the class is limited to 24 and is filling. I look to hear from you soon.

                                                                  

Look around!!!

Yes, please look around the blog. There have been some changes made. Let's see who find them first!!
No prizes will be awarded. However, you might find something that you have been looking for.
Have fun!

What Happened During My Christmas Break?

Well, Christmas is over. All of the customer quilts made it out of the studio in time for Santa delivery. I even finished my own quilt gifts well ahead of the special day.
Austin's quilt was special in that I used fleece on the back. He thought that was pretty great.

AJ's quilt was the result of a class taught by Anita Bowen for Devine Quilt Guild. Great quilt.

Unfortunately, I have just discovered that I didn't get a picture of Piper's quilt. It was black, white,gray, and turquoise. She seemed to be really impressed that I knew her 'new' favorite color. Grandmommie's a mind reader??? Who knew!
***** I found a picture, deep in the photo file of my phone. Doesn't show the whole quilt, but, at least some of it.

Christmas Eve was wonderful as Mr. OLT and I hosted my siblings and their spouses. The eight of us had not had any private time together in years. The evening was awesome and this is the only picture:

It was a great evening and memories were made and some were put to bed. It was fun.

I spent the week between Christmas and New Years working on the 'Devine Charity Blitz'. Once I get the pictures together, I will tell you about that.

That's it for now. I am back to work. Penelope Statler has completed her first assignment of the year and I have just started loading a custom job on Olivia. It's going to be a great year..............Quilt Camp is in 6 weeks!!!!

Stay warm and keep your seams straight.