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SUMMARY:Quiltworx Retreat - Autumn 2026 in Shipshewana\, IN
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss your opportunity to visit Shipshewana in September 2026 to work on  your Quiltworx  Quilt!  No “featured” patterns — so any pattern is welcome!!!!  I’m certain that this is perfect for you!    Paper piecing makes the sewing perfectly do-able for quiltmakers of all skill levels.  If you have always wanted to make a Quiltworx quilt — but have been nervous about taking it on… on your own — then this is PERFECT for you.  Meet lots of Quiltworx fans who will happily give you encouragement and support from the first minute until the last.  Bring those lingering projects that got put on the “I’ll work on you later” pile — or bring the one you’ve yet to tackle!  Wherever possible — you’ll receive full ZOOM CLASS SUPPORT for your pattern at no additional charge. \nWe’ll be retreating from Tuesday\, September 22 (start sewing at 10:00 AM) and we will sew until Sunday afternoon (4:00 PM).  THAT IS 6 FULL DAYS OF SEWING!!!   Start early or sew late… or both! \nLocated in northeastern Indiana – it is the heart of Indiana Amish country.  Within walking distance from the sewing room\, a visit to Yoder Department Store or The Cotton Corner will give you THOUSANDS of bolts of fabrics to choose from.  Just a little further away –  Lolly’s\,  Essenhaus Quilt Shop\, Caroline’s\, Zincks\, Fabric Utopia and more!  And don’t forget your stop at JoJo’s Pretzels or Ben’s Pretzels!  Yummy is the word of the day! \nBased upon the pattern you plan to work on – I’ll provide you access to the Zoom Series for that pattern (if available).  You can get started early or wait until the retreat to get going.  Videos for patterns you wish to work on will be based upon availability – but I have dozens of patterns ready and waiting for you.  You could pay as much as $300 for one of the Zoom series alone!  But as always — my support before AND after the retreat is there — just email and ask your question! \nThis is a perfect opportunity to finish up a lingering pattern (like maybe your Jungle Magnolia or your Carnival Flower???).  Sew and the retreat and use the videos to provide instructional support before and after! \nReserve your seat today.   We still have some seat’s available. but register as soon as possible to make sure you can secure your pattern and fabrics before the retreat.  I’d encourage anyone interested to make thier reservation before August 31. \nFull payment (or balance after deposit)\, is due by August 31\, 2026.  Refunds available through August 15 less 10%.  After that\, any refund is at the discretion of BobKat Quilts \nI hope you’ll consider joining me.  With the video support included — this is a GREAT value — 6 days of sewing and the full Zoom Series and my support from start to finish regardless of your timeline\, even if you need support finishing your quilt after the retreat! \nReserve your hotel rooms independently at The Farmstead Inn (request rooms in the west wing) or plan to stay at the nearby campground or check out some of the nearby VRBO / B&B options.  There are other hotels a little less pricey you may want to check out.  You do NOT need to stay at the host hotel to participate in the Retreat.  Guests at the hotel will have breakfast included in their hotel stay – but no other meals are provided. \nWith your paid registration — you’ll receive a coupon code for a 35% savings on all Quiltworx patterns!  This might be a great time to stock up on the 2 or 3 you’ve been wanting to do!
URL:https://bobkatquilts.com/event/quiltworx-retreat-autumn-2026-in-shipshewana-in/
LOCATION:Farmstead Inn\, Shipshewana\, IN\, 370 S Van Buren St\, Shipshewana\, IN\, 46565\, United States
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SUMMARY:ARCADIA in Shipshewana – April 2027
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss your opportunity to visit Shipshewana in Spring 2027 to work the new Quiltworx Technique of the Month Quilt — ARCADIA!  The KING or QUEEN of ARCADIA will be available as well!!   (Arcadia – 80″ x 80″; Queen of Arcadia 99″ x 99″ and King of Arcadia approx 118″ x 118″) \nThis looks to be such fun!  I love the new border piecing.  Applique will be optional with this pattern — more details will be available later in the year.  I’ll be in Kalispell in October sewing my quilt!  I can’t wait! \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nI will also be offering a Zoom series which will be included at no additonal cost with your paid registration.  Quiltworx has designed another STUNNING QUILT. \nLast TOTM Retreat — I had a wait list — so don’t lose your chance — reserve your seat today!  While most retreaters will be working on the TOTM —  as always\, you are also welcome to bring any pattern you wish to sew! \nWe’ll be retreating from Tuesday\, April 13 (start sewing at 10:00 AM) and we will sew until Sunday afternoon (4:00 PM).  THAT IS 6 FULL DAYS OF SEWING!!!   Start early or sew late… or both! \nWhy Shipshewana\, Indiana?\n \nLocated in northeastern Indiana – it is the heart of Indiana Amish country.  Within walking distance from the sewing room you can visit to Yoder Department Store or The Cotton Corner which will give you THOUSANDS of bolts of fabrics to choose from.  Just a little further away –  Lolly’s\,  Essenhaus Quilt Shop\, Caroline’s\, Zincks\, Fabric Utopia and more!  And don’t forget your stop at JoJo’s Pretzels or Ben’s Pretzels!  Yummy is the word of the day! \nHold your seat with a refundable deposit!\nA BobKat Bonus!\nYou won’t be able to design your quilt in Quiltster until it is officially released to the general public — but with your paid registration — I can offer you design assistance so you can plan early and begin sourcing your fabrics even before the pattern is released.  Design your special quilt in your special colors!!  I can help.  I can then work with Yoder Department Store or The Cotton Corner to create your custom Quilt Kit. \nFull payment (or balance after deposit)\, is due by January 31\, 2027.   \nExtra Bonus! – Pay in full before December 1st and use coupon code Early-Bird-SP27 to save $75.    Refunds available through February 15 less 10%\,  after that\, any refund is at the discretion of BobKat Quilts\nI hope you’ll consider joining me.  With the video support included — this is a GREAT value — 6 days of sewing and the full Zoom Series and my support from start to finish regardless of your timeline\, even if you need support finishing your quilt after the retreat! \nReserve your hotel rooms independently at The Farmstead Inn (request rooms in the west wing) or plan to stay at the nearby campground or check out some of the nearby VRBO / B&B options.  There are other hotels a little less pricey you may want to check out.  You do NOT need to stay at the host hotel to participate in the Retreat.  Guests at the hotel will have breakfast included in their hotel stay – but no other meals are provided. \nFeatured Patterns  – the new ARCADIA QUILT — but feel free to work on any quilt pattern you wish!\n(To select your pattern option below\, Click the “Plus” to choose pattern size – you will be paying only a deposit.  Final price will be charged once Quiltworx finalizes their pricing.\n 
URL:https://bobkatquilts.com/event/quiltworx-arcadia-in-shipshewana-april-2027/
LOCATION:Farmstead Inn\, Shipshewana\, IN\, 370 S Van Buren St\, Shipshewana\, IN\, 46565\, United States
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SUMMARY:BobKat Quilts Cruising the Canal 28
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for this great quilting cruise from Ft. Lauderdale\, Florida to San Diego\, California transiting the Panama Canal!\nBegining on April 1\, 2028 we’ll  have 16 nights on the recently remodelled Holland Cruise Lines\, Eurodam. Enjoy a comfortable cruise experience aboard a perfectly proportioned mid-size ship with additional fine dining\, world-class entertainment\, and stylishly appointed staterooms and suites. \n \n  \nOur quilting cruise itinerary includes Ft. Lauderdale\, Cartagena\, Columbia; Cruising the Panama Canal; Puntarenas\, Costa Rica; Acajutla\, El Salvador; Puerto Quetzal\, Guatemala; Acapulco\, Puerto Vallarta\, and Cabo San Lucas\, Mexico; and ending in San Diego \n  \nWe’ll have seven “sea days” of quilting\, using brand new Janome JW8100 sewing machines. \n \nThe cruise price starts at $2\,944 per person based on double occupancy and varies by your cabin selection.   There is an additional charge of $650 per quilter that includes your pattern\, foundation papers\, all instruction and pre and post cruise support from me! (The BobKat guarantee applies to this cruise too. I’m with you until you finish your quilt!)  Special Bonus — The new sewing machine from this cruise is yours to keep and take home.\n \n  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nYour Quilt Options\nYour quilter’s fee includes your choice of quilt pattern (and foundation papers if appropriate) as well as color design assistance and detailed fabric requirements.   I will also assist you in considering possible expansion or customization options.  Obtaining your fabrics will be your responsbility\, but I will offer custom fabric kits and any supplemental expansion or border patterns for an additional charge.   I will be in touch soon after you register to discuss your options.  Patterns\, fabric requirements and any kits will be shipped as soon as full payment is recieved.   All pattern decisions and fabric kit orders need to be placed by January 31\, 2028 to ensure delivery prior to our April 1\, 2028 departure. \nHere’s an overview of your quilt options.  You’ll note there are a variety of  techniques including; traditional piecing\, applique\,  and foundation paper piecing.  I’m prepared to help you enjoy and succeed whatever pattern you chose![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”0px” content_placement=”top” equal_height=”yes”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”20353″ img_size=”400×400″ style=”vc_box_shadow_3d” alignment=”center” css_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Driftwood Beach \n\nFoundation paper pieced\n80” x 80”\nPattern by Quiltworx\nCan be expanded\nFabric requirements and color design available\nCustom Fabric Kits may be available.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”20354″ img_size=”300×400″ style=”vc_box_shadow_3d” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Crazy Daisy \n\nAppliqué and traditionally pieced\n55” x 66”\nPattern by BobKat Quilts\nCan be expanded (or made smaller)\nFabric Requirements & Color Design available\nCustom Fabric Kits may be available.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”20355″ img_size=”300×400″ style=”vc_box_shadow_3d” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Butterfly Patch \n\nAppliqué and traditionally pieced\n52” x 64”\nPattern by Edyta Sitar / Accuquilt\nCan be expanded (or made smaller)\nFabric Requirements and Color Design available\nCustom Fabric Kits may be available\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”20348″ img_size=”300×400″ style=”vc_box_shadow_3d”][vc_column_text]Blooming Star \n\nTraditionally Pieced with or without appliqué\n56” x 71”\nPattern by Edyta Sitar – Laundry Basket Quilts\nExpandable\, but challenging\nFabric Requirements and Color Design available\nCustom Fabric Kits may be available\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I’m working with Carlos and Renee Boozer who operate Boozcruise.net a full-service land and cruise travel agency\, based out of South Florida.  They are experts in planning cruises\, land vacations\, and tour vacations for a wide variety of clients and they specialize in quilting cruises!  To learn more about our ship\, cabin options\, and to see the full itinerary\,  follow this link  to a special website\,  just for our group.   For more information and registration instructions – click here. \nHave a quick question about cruise bookings\, reservations\, deposits\, etc.  Call Boozcruise directly at (754) 266-0736   or contact them through this web form: Contact Boozcruiser[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bobkatquilts.com/event/bobkat-quilts-cruising-the-canal-28/
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