Plans are underway for the 2013 Craft Retreat which will be held once again at Lake Perseverance Recreation Centre, near Crows Nest in Queensland. Make sure you pop the date in your diary, 1-3 November 2013, so that you can organise to keep that weekend free.
Registrations will once again be done online, making it easier for most of us! This year we will not be putting out a paper brochure like we have done in the past, which will help to keep our costs down.
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We will be back soon with more information!
Tuesday, 6 August 2013
Sunday, 28 October 2012
Not Long Now!
There is lots happening behind the scenes in preparation for the Creative Craft Retreat... which is now less than a week away! Are you ready?? Have you got your name tag ready? Things to sell? Bags packed? Craft requirements bought... or found?!
With 68 of us coming, there will be lots of chatter, laughter, fun and craft! Looking forward to seeing you all on Friday!
With 68 of us coming, there will be lots of chatter, laughter, fun and craft! Looking forward to seeing you all on Friday!
Saturday, 22 September 2012
Registration Closing Date Extended!
Excitement for craft retreat has been building as registrations have been flowing in via our online booking system. Lots of ladies have registered, and we are looking forward to a great weekend away.
This year, we are able to offer an extension on our closing date for bookings, and so if you missed out on registering this week, you still have another week up your sleeve!
Registrations will now close on 28 September!
If you know of anyone who was thinking about registering and hadn't quite got things together in time, please let them know there are still openings for craft retreat.
This year, we are able to offer an extension on our closing date for bookings, and so if you missed out on registering this week, you still have another week up your sleeve!
Registrations will now close on 28 September!
If you know of anyone who was thinking about registering and hadn't quite got things together in time, please let them know there are still openings for craft retreat.
Confirmation letters will start going out next week, so keep an eye out for an email with all the details, which will include new arrangements for the craft stall this year.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
Sunday, 2 September 2012
2012 Craft Retreat - Register Now!
Registrations are now open for 2012 Creative Craft Retreat! To read about this year's classes, blurbs about the teachers and lots of vital information, there are two options:
You can click here to view and print the pdf version of the brochure and registration form or...
Click on the appropriate picture below (and click on it again when it opens, to enlarge it if necessary).
Don't forget to fill in the online registration form to save yourself $5, and spread the word by telling your friends about our crafty weekend away! Registrations close on the 21st September. We hope to see you at the retreat in November!
You can click here to view and print the pdf version of the brochure and registration form or...
Click on the appropriate picture below (and click on it again when it opens, to enlarge it if necessary).
Don't forget to fill in the online registration form to save yourself $5, and spread the word by telling your friends about our crafty weekend away! Registrations close on the 21st September. We hope to see you at the retreat in November!
Monday, 20 August 2012
Coming Soon
The 2012 Craft Retreat plans are well under way. Once again it will be held at Lake Perseverance Recreation Centre, north of Toowoomba, on the 2-4 November 2012. Registration forms will be out shortly (hopefully in the next week!), and you will able to register online this year!
We once again have a great line up of teachers, but if you are itching for a weekend away so that you can work on your own craft, you will have that choice too.
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy, Val from Val Laird Designs, Liz from Scrap n Patch, Jade from Jade Lee Designs are four of our teachers representing quilting, embroidery, scrapbooking and knitting. We also have one more teacher up our sleeve... but you will have to wait and see who that is!
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I will be back soon!
We once again have a great line up of teachers, but if you are itching for a weekend away so that you can work on your own craft, you will have that choice too.
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy, Val from Val Laird Designs, Liz from Scrap n Patch, Jade from Jade Lee Designs are four of our teachers representing quilting, embroidery, scrapbooking and knitting. We also have one more teacher up our sleeve... but you will have to wait and see who that is!
Don't forget that you can keep up with the latest by 'subscribing' to or 'following' these posts or blog, or 'liking' us on Facebook. Check out the sidebar to find the option that suits you best.
I will be back soon!
Sunday, 6 November 2011
2011 Craft Retreat Photos
We had a wonderful time at the 2011 Creative Craft Retreat... I hope you did! I have just finished uploading the photos, in record time (for me)! I hope you enjoy the slideshow. There were many more photos taken but I had to put a limit somewhere!
Every year we receive many wonderful comments about the retreat, and this year is no different. Here are some of the comments:
Creative Craft Retreat 2011 has been proudly sponsored or supported by:
Every year we receive many wonderful comments about the retreat, and this year is no different. Here are some of the comments:
- “It was brilliant.”
- “It would be great if craft retreat was held twice a year.”
- “I didn’t want to go home.”
- “The speaker's message and the retreat were very timely for me, I’m so glad I came.”
- “I can’t wait until next year’s!”
Creative Craft Retreat 2011 has been proudly sponsored or supported by:
- A Piece of Elegance
- Belle Images
- Crafty Mummy
- Curves - Clifford Gardens and Willowglen, Toowoomba
- Faith Blossoms
- Gloria Jeans Coffee - Grand Central, Toowoomba
- Janelle Yeomans - Visual Artist
- Just Cuts - Grand Central, Toowoomba
- Koorong - Toowoomba
- Murray’s Art & Framing
- Opposite Lock 4WD Accessories - Toowoomba
- Pedders Suspension - Toowoomba
- Scrap N Patch
- Sugar for my Hunny
- Toowoomba Community Baptist Church
- Val Laird Designs
Friday, 14 October 2011
14 Days to Go!
Yes, it is only two weeks to craft retreat - sounds better than 14 days don't you think! Registrations are closed and you should have your confirmation letter and requirements lists by now, so if you haven't, you'd better let me know ASAP! If you need transport, the details will be arranged next week.
Are you excited yet? Have you got all your supplies ready? I'm still deciding on what "Do Your Own Thing" craft/art I will be taking, and I will probably decide in two weeks time as I have so much to do and think about before then! Don't forget to bring your name tag along. If you don't have one, just a piece of cardboard with your name on will do! If you are feeling creative you might like to make something a little more interesting!
Maybe you've been busy making things for the craft stall or have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines to sell. Or maybe you're saving your pennies so you can spend it on some lovely crafty goodies! There is always an amazing array of things to choose from.
Well, time is ticking on, so I'd better get back to my big list of things to do! See you soon!
Are you excited yet? Have you got all your supplies ready? I'm still deciding on what "Do Your Own Thing" craft/art I will be taking, and I will probably decide in two weeks time as I have so much to do and think about before then! Don't forget to bring your name tag along. If you don't have one, just a piece of cardboard with your name on will do! If you are feeling creative you might like to make something a little more interesting!
Maybe you've been busy making things for the craft stall or have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines to sell. Or maybe you're saving your pennies so you can spend it on some lovely crafty goodies! There is always an amazing array of things to choose from.
Well, time is ticking on, so I'd better get back to my big list of things to do! See you soon!
Sunday, 2 October 2011
Registrations Close This Friday (7th October)
Doesn't time fly?! It is already October which means registrations close for the Craft Retreat this Friday, the 7th October. If you don't want to miss out on a wonderful weekend away, this week is your last chance to fill out a registration form and pop it in the post. Some classes are proving popular, so you will need to be quick to ensure you get your first choice.
If you have already registered, I plan on emailing confirmation letters and class requirements lists this week, so be sure to check your email inbox! There is lots of information in the letter, so it should answer most, or all of the questions you may have!
If you have already registered, I plan on emailing confirmation letters and class requirements lists this week, so be sure to check your email inbox! There is lots of information in the letter, so it should answer most, or all of the questions you may have!
Sunday, 11 September 2011
2011 Craft Retreat Registration Form!
I'm sure you have been waiting for all the information for the 2011 Creative Craft Retreat. The registration form and relevant information is now available. To read about this year's classes, blurbs about the teachers and lots of vital info, you have two options:
You can click here to view and print the pdf version of the brochure and registration form or...
Click on the appropriate picture below (and click on it again when it opens, to enlarge it if necessary)
Don't forget to print out a form and fill it in, and send it off in the post quickly so you don't miss out! Tell your friends about it too... the more the merrier! I hope to see you at the retreat!
Tuesday, 23 August 2011
2011 Craft Retreat Teachers
While you are waiting for registration forms to come out (next week, I hope!), I thought you would like to know who our teachers will be this year. If you have been to previous retreats, you will recognise most of the names:
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you.
- Val Laird - Val Laird Designs and her blog
- Kris Meares - the Tag Along Teddies' lady and her blog
- Liz Whittaker from Scrap n Patch and Facebook page
- Leanne Midgley who will teach folk art
- Tonya - The Crafty Mummy and her Facebook page
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you.
Sunday, 14 August 2011
Some Updates for 2011
You may have noticed a few changes here at the Creative Craft Retreat blog. Do you like the green for this year?
For a start, I'm not Janelle! I'm Tonya and I'm a friend of Janelle's who is helping out a little here in the Blogosphere. I usually blog over at the The Crafty Mummy. Nice to meet you!
You can now get updates in some new ways:
The Retreat is being held at the end of October this year - Friday 28th to Sunday 30th. Janelle is currently working on finalising all the details and getting the Registration process ready so watch out for more information soon.
(Don't tell her I told you but she has been a little busy though... See what she has been up to here. What a clever lady!)
For a start, I'm not Janelle! I'm Tonya and I'm a friend of Janelle's who is helping out a little here in the Blogosphere. I usually blog over at the The Crafty Mummy. Nice to meet you!
You can now get updates in some new ways:
- Via email - by entering your email address in the little box in the sidebar over there you will get all new posts in your Inbox. Of course, you can unsubscribe at any time.
- Via Facebook - at our new Facebook page here you can chat on our wall and read updates as they appear.
The Retreat is being held at the end of October this year - Friday 28th to Sunday 30th. Janelle is currently working on finalising all the details and getting the Registration process ready so watch out for more information soon.
(Don't tell her I told you but she has been a little busy though... See what she has been up to here. What a clever lady!)
Wednesday, 20 October 2010
15 Days To Go!
Can you believe that it is only 15 days to go to craft retreat? I can't, but fortunately for you, time cannot be changed! I feel like there is still so much to do and certainly not enough hours in the day to do it, but everything always comes together in the end, so I know everything will get done at some stage! Registrations are closed and you should all have your confirmation letters and requirements lists by now, so if you haven't, you'd better let me know ASAP! If you need transport, the details will be arranged early next week.
Thought you might like to have a peek at teacher Robyn's now (if not before) famous quilt which won first prize in the "Best of Show" category at the 2010 Queensland Quilt Show. It is not surprising considering the beautiful work that Robyn does, and they always have to be seen in real life to be really appreciated. Just gorgeous!
What a treat we are in for with such quality teachers and a beautifully setting! Are you excited yet? Have you got all your supplies ready? I'm still deciding on what "Do Your Own Thing" craft/art I will be taking, but I do have my name tag ready! Do you have yours? It doesn't have to be fancy - just a piece of cardboard with your name on will do! Maybe you've been busy making things for the craft stall or have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines to sell. Or maybe you're saving your pennies so you can spend it on some lovely crafty goodies!
Well, it certainly isn't long to wait! See you soon!
Thought you might like to have a peek at teacher Robyn's now (if not before) famous quilt which won first prize in the "Best of Show" category at the 2010 Queensland Quilt Show. It is not surprising considering the beautiful work that Robyn does, and they always have to be seen in real life to be really appreciated. Just gorgeous!
What a treat we are in for with such quality teachers and a beautifully setting! Are you excited yet? Have you got all your supplies ready? I'm still deciding on what "Do Your Own Thing" craft/art I will be taking, but I do have my name tag ready! Do you have yours? It doesn't have to be fancy - just a piece of cardboard with your name on will do! Maybe you've been busy making things for the craft stall or have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines to sell. Or maybe you're saving your pennies so you can spend it on some lovely crafty goodies!
Well, it certainly isn't long to wait! See you soon!
Tuesday, 5 October 2010
Registrations Close This Friday (8th October)
Yes, that's right! Registrations close for the Craft Retreat this Friday, the 8th October. If you want to attend the retreat, make sure you pop your form in the post before then otherwise you will run the risk of missing out. This will also ensure your spot in a class!
If you have already registered, I plan on emailing confirmation letters and class requirements lists this week, so be sure to check your inbox! There is lots of information in the letter, so it should answer most, or all of the questions you may have!
If you have already registered, I plan on emailing confirmation letters and class requirements lists this week, so be sure to check your inbox! There is lots of information in the letter, so it should answer most, or all of the questions you may have!
Friday, 10 September 2010
2010 Craft Retreat Registration Form!
Can you believe it is September already? I can't... I'm still wondering where July and August went! It's been a hectic couple of months, but I have managed to find a 6th teacher for the retreat... Sharon Roberts, an accomplished artist. I'm excited about the quality of teachers we have for 2010 and what we have on offer.
Anyway, I'm sure this is what you have been waiting for... the 2010 Creative Craft Retreat registration form and relevant information! To read about this year's classes, blurbs about the teachers and lots of vital info, you have two options:
Anyway, I'm sure this is what you have been waiting for... the 2010 Creative Craft Retreat registration form and relevant information! To read about this year's classes, blurbs about the teachers and lots of vital info, you have two options:
- You can click here to view the pdf version of the brochure and registration form or...
- Click on the appropriate picture below (and click on it again when it opens, to enlarge it if necessary)
If you want to print out a registation form from the picture, click the picture and choose print from your browser menu (or right click the picture). Choose print preview to check the form will fit on one page, and if not, choose the shrink to fit option.
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
2010 Creative Craft Retreat
I've been slowly working on the 2010 Creative Craft Retreat which will be held this year on the 5-7 November 2010, once again at Lake Perseverance Recreation Centre, north of Toowoomba near Crows Nest.
I already have five teachers lined up to teach and have one more to finalise. Once again we have a list of quality teachers and a range of craft classes to choose from, but you will have to wait a little while before you find out what all the classes are. Most of the teacher's names you will recognise from last year - Robyn Ginn (an amazing embroiderer and quilter), Val Laird (from Val Laird Designs), Kris Meares - the Tag Along Teddies' lady, Liz Whittaker from Scrap n Patch and Valda Schmacker (a Genesis Creations instructor) who will be teaching silk painting.
If you don't want to sign up for one of the weekend classes you can bring your own craft project to do and enjoy a relaxing weekend away. Don't forget to tell your friends and family about it - it's a great, affordable retreat and caters for those who are on a budget... and those who aren't! Feel free to have a look at the photos (the links are in the sidebar) from previous years to see what we get up to!
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you. I can rest easy in the knowledge that my name tag is all sorted this year... I finally finished it late last year and it is now ready for any time I might need it!
Craft retreat seems a long way off, but I'm sure time will fly by so fast that it will be upon us in no time! So much to do before then!
I already have five teachers lined up to teach and have one more to finalise. Once again we have a list of quality teachers and a range of craft classes to choose from, but you will have to wait a little while before you find out what all the classes are. Most of the teacher's names you will recognise from last year - Robyn Ginn (an amazing embroiderer and quilter), Val Laird (from Val Laird Designs), Kris Meares - the Tag Along Teddies' lady, Liz Whittaker from Scrap n Patch and Valda Schmacker (a Genesis Creations instructor) who will be teaching silk painting.
If you don't want to sign up for one of the weekend classes you can bring your own craft project to do and enjoy a relaxing weekend away. Don't forget to tell your friends and family about it - it's a great, affordable retreat and caters for those who are on a budget... and those who aren't! Feel free to have a look at the photos (the links are in the sidebar) from previous years to see what we get up to!
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you. I can rest easy in the knowledge that my name tag is all sorted this year... I finally finished it late last year and it is now ready for any time I might need it!
Craft retreat seems a long way off, but I'm sure time will fly by so fast that it will be upon us in no time! So much to do before then!
Sunday, 27 September 2009
Three Weeks to Go!
Creative Craft Retreat is less than three weeks away... can you believe it??!! It seems to be sneaking up on me too quickly! Registration is now closed, so I hope you haven't missed out! If you have, make sure you put next year's date in the diary (5-7 November 2010) so you don't miss out! We have more than 45 participants and teachers registered and if you are one of them you should have received your confirmation email or letter by now, and also a list of class requirements if you have signed up for one of the wonderful classes that we have on offer. If you have not received this information please contact me as soon as possible.
I have been busily getting lots of things organised for the retreat, and still have lots to do. One of those things is to make a name tag for myself, and so I have fiddled around with some wool and thread and have done about half of it now. Have you made a start on your name tag, or even finished it? Or maybe you'll take the easy option and bring a pre-made one, or write on a piece of cardboard and put a pin through it! Anything will do!
What about the craft stall? Have you been saving your pennies? Maybe you've been industrious and have been busily making things to sell? Or maybe you've been tidying up your craft corner and have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines?
Anyway, I hope you are having fun anticipating craft retreat! See you soon!
I have been busily getting lots of things organised for the retreat, and still have lots to do. One of those things is to make a name tag for myself, and so I have fiddled around with some wool and thread and have done about half of it now. Have you made a start on your name tag, or even finished it? Or maybe you'll take the easy option and bring a pre-made one, or write on a piece of cardboard and put a pin through it! Anything will do!
What about the craft stall? Have you been saving your pennies? Maybe you've been industrious and have been busily making things to sell? Or maybe you've been tidying up your craft corner and have found some no longer needed craft supplies or craft magazines?
Anyway, I hope you are having fun anticipating craft retreat! See you soon!
Monday, 24 August 2009
2009 Craft Retreat Registration Form!
I know there are some that have been waiting for the registration form for a few months... it is finally here! The 2009 Creative Craft Retreat registration form and information is below! Just click on the appropriate picture below to read all the information. Print out a form (instructions below) and fill it out... don't forget to send it off in the post quickly so you don't miss out! Hope to see you there!
If you want to print out a registation form, click the picture and choose print from your browser menu (or right click the picture). Choose print preview to check the form will fit on one page, and if not, choose the shrink to fit option.
Wednesday, 19 August 2009
2009 Craft Retreat Update
Craft retreat is only 8 1/2 weeks away, so I thought I'd better let you know that craft retreat brochures and registration forms are being finalised and should be available on this site early next week... so stay tuned! We have an exciting line up of experienced teachers who have so much knowledge and expertise (see previous posts) as well as guest speaker, Julie Inskip. I hope you're looking forward to it, and have told all your friends about it!
Monday, 20 April 2009
The Teachers!
In the past three weeks I have found four more teachers to teach at the Craft Retreat in October, so I can now tick that job off the list!
Leanne Midgley, who taught folk art last year will be teaching folk art again and Helen Briese will also be returning to teach card making. The other two teachers taught at our first retreat in 2007; Kris Meares from Tag Along Teddies will be teaching one or two of her furry friends and Liz Whittaker from Scrap N Patch will be teaching scrapbooking. With the addition of Val Laird teaching embroidery and applique and Robyn Ginn teaching crazy patchwork and embellishing techniques (see previous post) we have a wide variety of classes and a great group of very talented teachers. I'm very excited to have these six lovely ladies lined up to teach... I hope you are too!
Leanne Midgley, who taught folk art last year will be teaching folk art again and Helen Briese will also be returning to teach card making. The other two teachers taught at our first retreat in 2007; Kris Meares from Tag Along Teddies will be teaching one or two of her furry friends and Liz Whittaker from Scrap N Patch will be teaching scrapbooking. With the addition of Val Laird teaching embroidery and applique and Robyn Ginn teaching crazy patchwork and embellishing techniques (see previous post) we have a wide variety of classes and a great group of very talented teachers. I'm very excited to have these six lovely ladies lined up to teach... I hope you are too!
Sunday, 29 March 2009
2009 Craft Retreat!
I thought it was about time that I update you on the 2009 Craft Retreat... some ladies were asking about it at the beginning of the year, so I figure some of you may be keen for some more information!
This year's retreat will be held on the 16th - 18th October, 2009 at the same beautiful and very suitable location - Lake Perseverance Recreation Centre, north of Toowoomba near Crows Nest.
We already have two out of the six teachers lined up to teach - Val Laird who has taught at our previous retreats, and Robyn Ginn who spoke at our first retreat, and taught at our second. I believe Robyn will be teaching Crazy Patchwork and her embellishing techniques, and you will have to wait and see what Val will be offering! Of course there will be a range of craft classes to choose from but you will have to wait a while before you find out what they all are! If you don't want to sign up for one of the classes you can bring your own craft to do and enjoy a weekend away. In the meantime, tell your family and friends about the retreat and start saving your pennies!
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you.
While you are doing that, I had better find some more teachers to teach, and start thinking about the 101 things I have to do to make the weekend a great success!
This year's retreat will be held on the 16th - 18th October, 2009 at the same beautiful and very suitable location - Lake Perseverance Recreation Centre, north of Toowoomba near Crows Nest.
We already have two out of the six teachers lined up to teach - Val Laird who has taught at our previous retreats, and Robyn Ginn who spoke at our first retreat, and taught at our second. I believe Robyn will be teaching Crazy Patchwork and her embellishing techniques, and you will have to wait and see what Val will be offering! Of course there will be a range of craft classes to choose from but you will have to wait a while before you find out what they all are! If you don't want to sign up for one of the classes you can bring your own craft to do and enjoy a weekend away. In the meantime, tell your family and friends about the retreat and start saving your pennies!
You can also start making goodies to sell at the craft stall if you are that way inclined and if you want to be really organised, you could start thinking about your name tag - whether you make a fancy one or whether you will just right your name on a piece of paper! It's up to you.
While you are doing that, I had better find some more teachers to teach, and start thinking about the 101 things I have to do to make the weekend a great success!
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