Retreats & Workshops with a Historic Flair
Berry Hill Resort in South Boston Virginia
Berry Hill Resort & Conference Center features over 92 luxurious rooms adorned with antiques, sleigh beds, four posted beds, towel warmers, in-room coffee and wireless internet. Expanded Continental Breakfast is included for our retreat attendees. Berry Hill is nestled in a tree-lined forest covering 650 acres in the heart of historic South Boston, Virginia. This former antebellum plantation estate and (now) National Historic Landmark welcomed its first guests to the beautiful Virginia countryside in 1728. Plus an indoor pool, tennis courts, exercise facility and spa services await you. The grounds are perfect for strolling and there are great areas for visiting with friends. The sewing room, located in the state of the art conference center, has lots of natural light.
The Virginia countryside is perfect for our February and March retreats!
Registration for 2020 Retreats is now OPEN!
"Quilts & Chocolate" Jan 30 - Feb 2
"Stitch Away" Feb 27 - March 1
Green Park Inn in Blowing Rock North Carolina
"Celebrating more than 126 years of hospitality in the High Country, the Green Park Inn has served as a refuge for those seeking the charm and beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Inn boasts a blend of turn of the century style and genteel hospitality. This charming National Historic Register property originally opened in 1891. The Green Park Inn is the last of the "Grand Manor Hotels" in western North Carolina, and remains the state's second oldest operating resort hotel."
Traditionally appointed rooms await you. Included for hotel guests is a full, hot breakfast and afternoon tea, in addition to an in-room Kuerig coffee maker, high speed internet.
Blowing Rock, NC is perfect for our Summer and Fall Retreats.
Registration for JULY 2020 Retreat Open NOW!
"Christmas in July" July 23-26
Salem Stitches in Old Salem
Salem Stitches, the Gathering Spot for Quilters, Sewists and Stitchers.
Remaining 2019 Retreats:
"Christmas & Friends" Party with
Author & Quilter Marie Bostwick
Located in the heart of Old Salem Museums and Gardens at 151 West Street, on first floor of The Moravian Book and Gift Shop our location has a patio area to relax outdoors while you are hand stitching.
The Zevely Inn, a Bed & Breakfast, is located across the street and provides wonderful lodging with a spectacular breakfast.
- Hands On Workshops, both traditional and modern
- A "Maker Space" for you
- Retreat weekends
- Special events
- Bring your group to Old Salem
More about our Retreats!
Our Retreats Include:
- Personal large table with plenty of room for your sewing machine, supplies & projects!
- Ergonomic Herman Miller chairs on wheels for your comfort
- Cutting & ironing stations, mats, and design walls. Plus light tables!
- Notion, tool & project demos
- Display of Quilting favorites and new finds to inspire and tempt you!
- Lodging arrangements on your own in spacious double occupancy or single rooms
- Breakfast provided by hotel
- Gourmet meals
- Snacks, drinks & delectable afternoon dessert breaks
- A special tote to bring your completed projects home in
- Amenities and goodies designed to pamper
- Visits from the Quilt Elves with goodies each night
- Time to sew on your own projects with a great group of quilters & sewists
Each retreat is designed with a different theme and may include optional workshops or other events. We focus on giving you time to work on your own projects.
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