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Check out “What We Do“ to see an overview of everything we do!

We’re making selected recording classes available on-demand.  Those classes are available in our store. You can find that page here.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Email Kathy and let’s get the class or event on the calendar!

Inspired!

I really liked the way you checked in at each table. Everything was outstanding. Your workshop made me get moving again!

Bobbie V
Light House Quilt Guild
November 19, 2017

Your Classes are Fabulous!

I thoroughly researched many educators offering classes for the Quiltworx Jungle Magnolia and BobKat Quilts was the best fit for me!   Your classes are FABULOUS!   I’m so glad that I found you!

Mary T.
February 28, 2025

Your help was greatly appreciated!

Your help was greatly appreciated. Being a beginner paper piecer, you did a great job in helping me understand the steps.

Diane O
September 28, 2019

 

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BobKat’s Quiltworx Retreat in Shipshewana, Indiana – Carnival Flower and More!

April 25, 2023 - April 29, 2023
$175.00 – $675.00

Join me from April 25 – 29 at The Farmstead Inn in Shipshewana, Indiana for five days of Quiltworx sewing!   


We’re featuring Carnival Flower,  the newest technique of the month! You also have the option of working on other Quiltworx patterns.   We will open for set up Tuesday (exact time TBD).  Our Welcome and first instructional session will begin on Tuesday afternoon.    The sewing room will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m Wed through Friday.  On Saturday,  the Sewing room will be opened from 8 a.m. through 4 p.m.  We’ll have focused instruction  between 9:30 a.m. through 4:30.p.m.  Wed – Friday, You may have noticed we’re also offering the Carnival Flower as a Zoom class, beginning January 21.  If you register for the Carnival Flower  at the retreat  — you will also have access to the Zoom Course that begins in January.  All Carnival Flower registrants will have access to the recorded Zoom classes after the retreat concludes.

Would you rather work on another Quiltworx pattern?  Let me know and I’ll  be happy to help you obtain the pattern of your choice at a 15% discount or you can bring your own. I will also offer Zoom support as needed to ensure you can complete your project.   No UFO’s on my watch! Either way you’ll have my support long after our live retreat concludes… until you complete your quilt top.

Your Registration Fee includes:

  • Daily instructional sessions
  • 1-on-1 personal assistance as time permits
  • Access to the Sewing Room before and after formal class time
  • Zoom and email  follow up with me as needed after the retreat to complete your quit top
  • And a few fun extras!

Please note: Lodging and meals are not included in the registration fee.

Let’s have fun sewing together!

Deposit, Registration, and Payment Options

  • Reserve your spot with a $125 deposit, refundable until January 15, 2023 (less processing fees).
  • Your full registration is due by January 20, 2023 to participate in the live Carnival Flower Zoom classes as well hold your spot for the retreat.
  • Due to changes in costs — the pricing will change effective 1/1/2023.    Effective 1/1/2023 –the prices will be $550 (retreat only), $650 (retreat with Carnival Flower Wall Pattern) and $670 (retreat with Carnival Flower Queen pattern).  Deposits paid prior to 1/1/2023 will be honored at the price in effect the day the deposit is made.

Reserve your Room at the Farmstead Inn

We have held a small block of discounted  rooms available for retreat participants.  Please make your reservations by contacting The Farmstead Inn at 260-768-4595 — tell them you are part of the BobKat Quilts Retreat.  Don’t wait too long!  Springtime in Shipshewana is prime retreat time and the Farmstead Inn could be filled to capacity!

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Novice Gains Confidence with Paper Piecing

Kathy Groves did an exceptional job teaching me how to do paper piecing. Kathy broke down the process so i could understand the steps, was incredibly patient during the workshop, plus she offered videos of the process. I’ve been visiting
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Connie Johnsen
Crossroads to Texas Quilt Guild
August 4, 2021

Your explanation of “Judy’s way” was very clear and easy to understand!

Your explanation of  “Judy’s way” of paper piecing was very clear and easy to understand. You had some good tips to make it easier too. I liked having the card with the step-by-step process you could have in front of
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Nikki S
Hill Country Quilt Guild, Kerrville, TX
July 26, 2021

Quiltwork 101 On-Demand helped me avoid abandoning my project!

The “Quiltworx 101” video on-demand class was great! I’m a QW newbie I was having problems understanding the instructor and her instructions in the class I was taking.  I was ready to give up!   Your simple and clear instructions helped
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Gerri
October 21, 2025