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We are winding down on this retreat.  It's our last full day here and I want to enjoy every last minute of it while still doing some preparation for tomorrow's departure.  Lori is still binding away and has another TA-DONELunch is back at the Nauti Beaver once again.  We had the opportunity to meet a couple of Gwen's friends and enjoy time together.Back at the house ---- time on

 Several months back, Samantha suggested getting together this weekend and we agreed.  I mistakenly thought I was going to Sam's and instead I was supposed to also invite Gwen and host at my house.  Something was lost in translation, but all is good and we are all three at Sam's for some fun.I am not taking a ton of pictures, just enjoying being together.Dinner is out at Soulfire,

It is the 17th and November and we are about to begin our 9th Annual November Retreat.  Crazy right?  People are starting to arrive, the house is ready to go (check out this Preparation Post LINK if you haven't already had the chance - it's pretty amazing what went on in decorating the house for this event and will not be featured here) and our first activity is lunch at Babe's - tradition, you

It's vacation time and we are down at the gulf enjoying some time at the beach.  Day tripping is part of our holiday and today we are headed to Matagorda via Brazoria.  As we are driving, I spot this quilt shop and am pretty dang sure that it used to be in Lake Jackson.  Must stop and check it out even though I said I was not doing the "quilt shop" thing this trip.  Oh, those intentions - why do

It's Day 5 and this morning is gorgeous.   We have to say good-bye to Sharron this morning and that's always rough.  She's one of the few "original" beachgoers.  We're down to just five of us now.  We also had a group picture taken but for some reason, it has vanished.  Literally.  Not on my phone - not even in trash.  Poof - gone.A beautiful day once again.A group of us decide to go into

Yes!  I finally have a chance to stop in here, albeit a quick stop.  They are about to close and McKinney is in the midst of Oktoberfest, BUT I'm still inside.  Oh, I will definitely stop back in the next time I have more minutes to spend here.  A quick look around has me noticing as much as possible -- come along and see the pretties.Wool - so many wonderful flavors -Gorgeous yarns --- a

It's been three years since we have been able to gather as friends and spend some time at the beach.  All of the stars have aligned this year and I've even managed to recover from a horrible cold in order for this to happen - but happening it is.  We are on the way to Surfside this morning.  Stephannie arrived at my house around 9, we loaded her things into my already burgeoning carload and off

I've been away from home so very much since the middle of April and that means, naturally, that we take off and explore some of the smaller towns in Texas today.  While in Farmersville, we stumble upon these yarn-wrapped posts and look to see Fiber Arts Studio beckoning us in.Inside we find Mary Berry, the owner, busy working but she takes time to visit with us and share the love she has for her

Stop two for today is in Early, TX.  This is also about 45 minutes (one way) off the family trek, BUT it could be done in conjunction with the shop in Coleman and get a twofer as I've done today.  That means my brain can let me go back and oh my goodness, I would love to.  Welcome to Quilter's Hide Out.  Isn't the VW just awesome? Inside we go --- and I meet Vita Weehunt, the owner of the shop.

After almost a week of traveling, we are on the way home and Mister has suggested I look for a quilt shop or two.  Woot - woot.  We spent the night in Winters and Coleman, TX is on our route.  This is where I discover Kelly's Quilting Corner and OMG --- I'm in love.  Kelly Sue Corder is the owner and has only been open a short time, but has amazing goals.  She is a resale shop, in that most of

It's the retreat I look the most forward to all year.  Our anniversary - and this year we are celebrating our 8th November together.  Crazy right?  The theme is Building Friendships and what could be better than that?  I've taken a construction approach, but we'll see what others come up with.  For now -- the committee came in last night to prepare the place for today.  Take a peek at our

An opportunity to meet up with a treasured friend put me at Not Your Mama's Quilt Store and since I haven't been to the new store before, I thought I'd bring all y'all along with me.We are greeted instantly upon our entry (which I LOVE) and after asking about taking pictures, Christina gives the go ahead and I'm soon clicking away.  There are the greatest displays all over the shop and my eyes

I honestly think I saved the BEST for last on this trip.  I won't make it to the other ones further north before 5 so this is it.  And THIS is so it!!!  Lone Star Quiltworks in College Station has got it going on.  It is pure heaven in this shop and my eyes are on sugar overload with all the wonderful candy available.  Looking left as I enter is the least filled area of the store.  Seriously,

We are in Sealy, TX and just finished lunch so I decide to walk around the downtown area and see if I can find Creative Threads Quilt Shop.  I'm successful and the shop has just opened.OH MY --- it is packed floor to ceiling in here and that is not a joke.  So much fabric and so many bright and pretty colors.That table of orange up front is all autumn prints and they are gorgeous.Precut

The last time I visited Huntsville was for a shop hop hosted by this quilt shop and it was closed for the occasion so I've never actually explored their home.  Welcome to Fabric Carousel and if you're interested in the previous trip (with side trips and all) here is the LINK from 2019.  Now, onto to today's adventure.  From the moment I walk in the door, it's bustling activity with shoppers in

As luck would have it, I was out running a long list of errands when I realized that a quilt show was less than 10 minutes away.  Putting the last 3 errands on hold for an hour, off I went.  The Plano Quilt Show is the first one I've been to since Festival in 2019.  Wow!  I am all on my own and without being tempted by vendors, I have a whole hour to wander the show and drool.  Come along and

We've been holed up at home a LOT lately and really are looking forward to drive out to Winnsboro and time with Gwen and Larry.  Lunch is planned and miles are ticking off on the road.  We've called and given them an arrival time --- now, let the fun begin.Our arrival is greeted with hugs all around and laughter fills the air.  I've forgotten my glasses in the car and as I return to the house,

July 29 - After the success of last year's summer retreat, we have decided to stay with it.  It's a perfect little break in what seems to be a very long break between gatherings.  This time we are going with a Red, White, and Boo theme --- why not?  If there can be Christmas in July, why not Halloween too?  Or at least something a little eerie?  Stephannie has decorated the place once again and

9th - The first session of retreat has ended and we are in "Tweener Time" - a much loved and anticipated break of the hustle and bustle of a full room.  We've been inside most of the weekend and I looked up a couple places in the area that may be interesting to visit.  Jen and I are itching to get out a bit and off we go.  The first stop is the "Outlaw Station" - otherwise known as the Ed Young

Here we go again - this weekend is Color My World and I am keeping up with the daily colors.  Today is WHITE.  Yes, in my world that is a color too.As we await the arrival of new friends, a walk through the house highlights the fun from last weekend and the fun that will be ahead for those entering the doors.  Bring it on.Frieda starts the day with some basket TA-DA's and Bobbi follows along