Bow Bench Retreat

Private Booking
2020-05-22 08:00 - 2020-05-24 17:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Tullamore Retreat Centre - Quilt Retreat May 22 - 24
2020-05-22 - 2020-05-24 | Tullamore Retreat Center, 234033 Range Road 253, Strathmore, Alberta, T1P 1J6, Canada
Tullamore Retreat Centre Quilt Retreat
Friday May 22, 2020 – Sunday May 24, 2020
with Nancy Strath, Certified Instructor with Judy Niemeyer Quilting
and Catherine Rawlek RYT 200, AFLCA Certified
This is the perfect get away weekend, includes everything you could possibly need, relaxation, friendship, learning, creating, delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, beautiful scenery, laughing, gentle chair yoga, stretching, what more can you ask for??
Nancy Strath, Certified Paper piecing instructor will teach you how to make a paper pieced table runner or 4 paper pieced placemats, (photo below) the pattern by Judy Niemeyer and Quiltworx, fabric and instruction are all included, and even better – the patterns will be pre-cut and organized! Nancy can provide you with a sewing machine and all the tools you will need, or you can bring your own, a supply list will be provided at registration.
Catherine Rawlek, owner of Tullamore Retreat Centre has many years of experience in teaching fitness and yoga. She will lead you through optional gentle stretching and chair yoga classes throughout your time at Tullamore to ensure you stay kind to your body as you quilt.
Below find the itinerary and all the information you need to know for this amazing weekend.
Itinerary
Friday May 22
6:15pm: Arrive at the beautiful Tullamore Retreat Center, get settled into your room and have a tour of the space.
7:00pm: Meet all the other lovely women attending, enjoy delicious wine and cheese, discuss the pattern and techniques that will be used.
8:30pm-9:00pm: Optional Gentle Chair Yoga
*Following wine and cheese you are welcome to enjoy the property (use the hot tub, participate in a gentle chair yoga class to help you relax before bed and/or sit outside by the campfire).
Saturday May 23
8:30am-9:00am: Optional Gentle Stretching, welcome to enjoy tea/coffee and beautiful walks outside
9:00am-9:45am: Light, healthy breakfast
10:00am-12:45pm Quilting Class starts
1:00pm-1:55pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm-4:00pm: Quilting Class Resumes
4:00pm-6:15pm: Free time. Enjoy the space, continue sewing or relax, go for a walk or even take a soak in the hot tub.
6:30am-7:30pm: Delicious Supper and Dessert
7:30pm: The rest of the evening is yours for relaxing, visiting sewing or whatever your heart desires.
8:30am-9:00pm: Optional Gentle Chair Yoga
Sunday May 24
8:30am-9:00am: Optional Gentle Stretching, welcome to enjoy tea/coffee and beautiful walks outside
9:00am-9:45 am: Delicious breakfast shared with friends
10:00am-2:30pm: Quilting time
3:00pm: Depart to your next journey
*Please note there will be a crockpot of soup, and sandwich making supplies available on the Sunday for you to access whenever you would like.
What is Included:
Includes:
•2 Nights Accommodation at Tullamore Retreat Centre (including towels, shampoo and conditioner)
•2 Catered Breakfast, 2 Lunch and 1 Supper Provided
• Wine and Cheese social Friday evening
•Access to on site activities (such as hot tub, camp fire, gentle yoga, beautiful walks)
•Paper piecing class instruction (by certified instructor Nancy Strath)
•All Fabric for below pattern of choice ( several color choices, pre- cut and organized)
•Pattern (all pre-cut and ready to sew)
•Optional use of sewing machine and tools if required (you are welcome to bring your own)
Retreat Cost (All Inclusive)
•Twin bed, shared room, shared bathroom, 4 available: $560/person
•Double bed, shared room, shared bathroom, 1 available: $570/person
•King Bed, shared room, shared bathroom, 1 available: $590/person
•Queen Bed, private room, private ensuite, 1 available: $690/person
Booking Information:
Accommodation options a first come first serve basis and space is limited to 6 people to ensure a comfortable, relaxing and fun experience for everyone! Make sure to register early to guarantee your spot and preferred accommodation. Select your accommodation choice below, if you are unable to attend you will be refunded your registration fee less a $100 deposit, unless we can find someone to take your spot.
To register or to inquire about the quilting classes contact Nancy Strath with Bow Bench Retreat.
For additional information on the accommodations or the gentle chair yoga classes, or any food concerns please contact Catherine Rawlek.
Catherine Rawlek:
Phone: 403-324-1430
Email: tullamoreretreatcentre@gmail.com
Patterns:

Sew Day - May 20
2020-05-20 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
Work on any sewing project. Nancy will be available to assist and guide you with any questions you may have.
Every Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm ($20 drop in fee). An evening session from 6 pm to 9 pm is available some weeks as noted ($10 drop in fee or $25 for entire day).
Please bring your own lunch and contact Nancy to register or register below.

Gypsy Wife Sew Along Thursday May 14, 10 - 4
2020-05-14 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
This is a sampler quilt , with many one-off blocks, a mix of square-in-square small blocks and vertical stripes. It finishes at a at 59” x 68”.

This monthly quilt-along will be so much fun to do together, learn new techniques, and share creativity. You can start from the beginning, you can join us to finish the Gyspy you started a while ago, bring your scraps and share, its a great scrappy quilt!

We all know how fun it can be to work on things as a group to stay motivated to actually complete a project!!

Everyone is required to have their own copy of the pattern.
Bring a Lunch
Class fee: $20/day

Sew Day - May 13
2020-05-13 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Octagon Rose - Gemstone Class
2020-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
You’ve had so much fun making the monthly birthstones now its time to create your own personalized jewel. This is MJ Kinman’s latest pattern and it is exclusive to Gem Affiliates, you cannot purchase this pattern anywhere, it is included as part of the class. Nancy, A Gem Affiliate representing MJ Kinman, Textile Artist will teach you techniques to understand value and color placement of fabrics in your jewel so you can personalize and create your own Octagon Rose.
Class Date: Monday May 11, 2020 10am – 4pm
Class fee $45 (includes pattern)
Supplies:
Basic sewing supplies (rotary cutter, scissors, pins, seam ripper etc.)
sewing machine, pedal, cord
Fabrics in your choice of colors, (scraps are perfect) bring a variety of values and shades so you can play with placement and experiment with different colors.
Lunch (Snacks, coffee, tea and water provided)

Sew Day/Farm Girl Vintage sew along - May 6
2020-05-06 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
Work on any sewing project. Nancy will be available to assist and guide you with any questions you may have.
We have a drop in Farm Girl Vintage Sew along one Wednesday a month, its fun to work on these fun blocks as a group and share ideas and inspiration, hopefully this will encourage you to get your blocks done.
Every Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm ($20 drop in fee). An evening session from 6 pm to 9 pm is available some weeks as noted ($10 drop in fee or $25 for entire day).
Please bring your own lunch and contact Nancy to register or register below.

Creating on the Bow, Sunday May 3
2020-05-03 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
One weekend per month, . Join us from 10 am to 10 pm Friday, Saturday or Sunday, better yet stay for 3 days, accommodation options available, contact Nancy for information..
Please bring your own meals. Snack and refreshments are provided.
$25 drop in fee, please pre-register.

Creating on the Bow Saturday May 2
2020-05-02 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow - Friday, May 1
2020-05-01 10:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day - April 29
2020-04-29 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Pineapple Mini Quilt Class Thursday April 23
2020-04-23 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
Allison Glass + Giucy Giuce Mini Series patterns – Log Cabin
by Giuseppe Ribaudo

Want to challenge yourself to try something new? Do you have enough full size quilts? We’ve all seen the new rage of mini quilt blocks, aren’t you intrigued? but don’t know where to start? Sharon will teach you the tips and tricks of the trade to make your own version of this mini block. Her experience and expertise will help eliminate the intimidations factor of making mini quilts.

Class time: Thursday, April 23, 10:00am – 3:00pm Sharon will teach from 10 -1, you can stay and sew after class
Class Fee: $40
Pattern: $8.50

Sew Day - April 22
2020-04-22 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

"Slab" Quilts with Cheryl Arkison - Quilts for Everyday Heroes
2020-04-20 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
This is a focused workshop on the Slab Technique from Sunday Morning Quilts, co-authored with Amanda Jean Nyberg. Slabs are what refer to as the “fabric” made from joining scraps together. It is an improvisational piecing technique that results in unique slabs of fabric that can be used in many ways. The class includes scrap sorting discussions and play as well as detailed instructions on making a slab. Students will then work to make additional slabs, practicing the technique.
During this class we will be making quilt blocks to donate to an organization called Quilts for Everyday Heroes https://www.quilts4everydayheroes.com/
Quilts for Everyday Heroes is an organization that appreciates and recognizes first responders for putting themselves into emotionally challenging and dangerous situations daily. We hope to wrap those first responders who are battling with PTSD and depression in a handmade quilt to let them know that we are aware of the struggle that comes from their determination to make our world a safe place.
The “Slab” technique by Cheryl Arkison is a great block for charity quilts, so this is a great opportunity to learn a new technique, spend the day sewing with friends, use up some scraps while you support a amazing cause!! Please feel free to continue to make blocks at home to donate. Quilts 4 Everyday Heros would also appreciate fabric for backing and people to longarm finished tops. More information will be provided during class.
Class fee: $50 (to cover instructor fees, profits to be donated to Quilts for Everyday Heroes)
Date: Monday, April 20, 2020 10am – 4pm
Supplies:
Please bring a variety of gender neutral fabrics (scraps are perfect)
Sewing Machine
Basic sewings supplies (pins, scissors thread etc)
Lunch

Creating on the Bow Sunday, April 19
2020-04-19 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow Saturday, April 18
2020-04-18 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow Friday April 17
2020-04-17 10:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day - April 15
2020-04-15 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day/Farm Girl Vintage Sew along - April 8
2020-04-08 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Foundation Paper Piecing Workshop April 1 - 5, 2020
2020-04-01 - 2020-04-05 | Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino, 888 Nakoda Way, Kananaskis, Alberta, T0L 1N0, Canada
*******The Retreat is Full, Contact Nancy to have your name placed on a waiting list *****

The Stoney Nakoda Resort and Casino is located just 35 minutes west of Calgary, on the Trans Canada Highway at the junction of Highway 40 going to Kananaskis. The Resort is also just a short distance to the towns of Canmore and Banff.

Included in workshop

Beautiful, relaxing setting at the “Basecamp of the Rockies”

4 full days of instruction, free sewing time before and after class into the evenings (optional)

Beautiful conference room for the workshop, participants will all have their own 5 foot table.

Cutting and ironing stations set up throughout the room

Door prizes

Free high speed wifi

Patterns, kits and tools and notions available to purchase during the workshop

Beaver Creek Mercantile, a quilt shop from Caroline, Alberta will be setting up a “Pop up Store”

Show and Tell trunk Show ​

Not included with the workshop fee but available at the resort

Accommodation rates and reservations booked directly through the resort, one king bed, or 2 queen beds, featuring comfortable duvets, plush pillows in spacious rooms showcasing either Mountain views or sunrise views. A block of rooms has been set aside, contact Vicki Ellis directly to reserve rooms, please book your rooms by March 1, 2019. 403-881-2853 or 1-888-862-5632. Please let me know if you are looking for a room mate.

Meals: The Ridge Restaurant on site with all you can eat prime rib and seafood buffet dinner Friday and Saturday, reservations are recommended. Sidelines Lounge offers the same a la carte menu as the Ridge (a la carte also available). There is a fridge and microwave in every room as well, the hotel does not allow us to have meals brought into the workshop, snacks at your own work station are okay but no pot luck style meals due to Alberta Health Board rules.

Complimentary Hot Breakfast buffet with room

Indoor Pool

Casino

The Workshop space will closed and locked overnight, but is available for anyone who would like to sew early in the morning or late into the night. Nancy will be teaching between 9 – 5, and will be available in the evenings if you have questions.
The Workshop fee is $300 + GST, a $75 non refundable deposit is due at registration, the balance is due March 15, 2020. The work shop fee does not include a pattern or any fabric, or accommodation and food.

Sew Day - March 25
2020-03-25 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day - March 18
2020-03-18 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day - March 11
2020-03-11 10:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow, Sunday March 8
2020-03-08 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow , Saturday March 7
2020-03-07 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Creating on the Bow, Friday March 6
2020-03-06 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Sew Day/Farm Girl Vintage Sew Along - March 4
2020-03-04 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada

Stoney Nakoda "Prep" Day Thursday, February 27 10:00am - 4:00pm
2020-02-27 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
This day is for anyone attending the retreat at Stoney Nakoda in April and want a day to cut, organized and prepare the project you will be working one. There is no charge for this day for those registered to attend the retreat.

Sew Day - February 26
2020-02-26 10:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Bow Bench Retreat, Range Road 260, Carseland, Alberta, T0J 0M0, Canada
