SBTS Fall 2011 Photos

Donna Mulvenny has created a wonderful slide show of pictures from our fall retreat.
You cab see it at:

http://secure.smilebox.com/ecom/openTheBox?sendevent=4d6a67784f5451314d445a384e44517a4e4445304f54513d0d0a&sb=1

Some Snapshots from the Fall SBTS Retreat

We got a lot of work done - sewing, beading, making books, doing mixed media projects - and we still had time to relax, shop, watch the sunrise, and dine out.

Registration for  the spring retreat is open now.

March 2012 Sewing By The Sea -Registration is Open

NeedleArts Adventures presents

Sewing by the Sea

March 2012

at the Grand Hotel,

2100 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, Maryland, USA 21842

A retreat for textile and mixed media arts enthusiasts who enjoy

                    - quilting

- clothing design and wearable art

- cloth doll making

- paper arts (journaling, book arts, scrap booking etc.)

- beading

- knitting & crocheting

    

Wednesday March 21 (8 AM) through Sunday March 25 (6 PM)

Wednesday is a BONUS DAY for those who can come early. 

The retreat “officially” begins Thursday (March 22) evening.

WHAT: Treat yourself to several days away from the distractions of home. We have reserved a spacious room in which to work and enjoy the company of other textile/paper artists. Make connections with old and new friends. Share ideas, advice and inspiration.           

Bring your equipment and supplies, and all those projects you have been meaning to work on! Relax and have fun. The schedule is designed to give you maximum flexibility so you can work non-stop, or take a break and enjoy a walk on the beach, shop, swim in the pool, or whatever YOU like.

Overview of Activities:

All activities are in the Grand Ballroom

Wednesday

 8:00 AM – 2 AM   Bonus Day for those who can come early

 Thursday

     8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Bonus Studio time for “Early Birds”

     8:00  PM - 10:00  PM  Opening Program

    10:00 PM – 2 AM Studio Time 

Other days

      6:00  AM – 2 AM  Studio time

Sunday     

      6:00  AM – 10:00 AM Studio time 

      10:00  AM - 11:00 AM  Share your accomplishments

    11:00  AM -  6 PM Studio time

WHO:  This retreat is designed for sewing and paper arts enthusiasts. People interested in quilting, beading, crafts, clothing design and construction, and hand- or machine-sewing activities are welcome. Scrap booking, altered books, collage, book making, knitting, crocheting and similar activities are welcome. There are always people engaged in some of these activities.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Space is limited.

Registration is $80 per person. It includes:

A full banquet table of work space for studio time (you don’t have to share a table)

A simple project for an opening activity on the first evening

On the last morning sharing of accomplishments (show and tell)

Registration does not include lodging, meals or travel expenses.

Register soon to avoid disappointment. Registration is on a first paid, first served basis.

A minimum deposit of $10 is required. Registration is refundable, except for a $10 processing fee, until February 15. After that time we cannot make refunds. You may send someone in your place.

LODGING - FOOD - TRAVEL: You are responsible for your lodging, meals, travel and things not specifically covered by the registration fee.

The Grand Hotel is a beach-front resort hotel on the boardwalk. Our entire group’s sleeping rooms are “premier view” oceanfront, with balconies. Each room has 2 queen beds, a microwave, a bar sink, some counter space and a small refrigerator.

Our special group rates are:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday the rate is $92 (plus taxes) per night.  Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday it is $74 (plus taxes) per night.  

This is single or double so sharing a room with a friend means even greater savings.  Participants must stay at the Grand Hotel; we cannot provide studio space for those who stay elsewhere. Many people will arrive early and depart the morning after the last day.

Please make your hotel reservations directly with the Grand Hotel by 5 weeks before the retreat (Feb.15) to receive the group rate. You are responsible for making your own reservations. Identify yourself as part of the NeedleArts Adventures Group. 

The hotel’s reservation number is 1-800-447-6779 / 410-289-6191.

You can find travel directions and information about the hotel, its policies, and facilities at their web site: www.grandhoteloceancity.com. There is a 24-hour coffee shop in the hotel and there are many restaurants and grocery stores near by.

Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Ocean City is an easy two-and-a-half-hour drive from Baltimore or Philadelphia. There is plenty of free parking at the hotel. You can fly to Philadelphia, PA,  Baltimore, MD,  or Salisbury, MD, and rent a car. (Salisbury is 30 minutes away.) There is sometimes commuter flight service to Ocean City. We will help with carpools and roommate referrals.

To register send your name, address, phone nr., e-mail, whether you are registering for fall or spring, & check to: NeedleArts Adventures, PO Box 331, Crownsville, MD 21032-0331. One person per registration check, please. Make checks to NeedleArts Adventures.

Questions: Contact Sandy Sapienza. Phone - 410-923-6133. E-mail - sandra@annapolis.net

NeedleArts Adventures, PO Box 331, Crownsville, MD 21032-0331

Fall 2011 Last Minute Notes

SBTS Last Minute Notes – November 2011

It is getting close to time for our sewing and arts retreat Thursday afternoon November 3 through Sunday November 6, 6 PM March.  The studio will be open at 8 AM on Wednesday, November 2, for early birds. The retreat Opening Program will be at 8 PM on Thursday, November 3. Here is some last minute information that may be useful to you.

MEETING ROOM: We will be using the Ballroom on the 4^th floor.

HOTEL:  You should have made your hotel reservations. If you have not, call the Grand Hotel immediately. The hotel’s reservation number is 1-800-447-6779 or 410-289-6191. (When you make your reservation you must identify yourself as part of the NeedleArts Adventures Group to receive the special group rate.) Check-in is assured by 4:00 PM. Checkout is 11 AM.

Remember, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means if your plans change you MUST cancel your reservations at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival or you will be charged for the first night’s lodging. It is the hotel policy to charge for the total nights originally reserved by guests when they check out earlier than scheduled. If your departure date is changed by 24 hours prior to arrival there is no early checkout charge. There is an additional charge for more than 2 in a room. We hope there are no family emergencies and no one gets the flu, but these things DO happen so please be aware of the hotel policies.

CLOTHES: Casual clothing is appropriate. The weather can be changeable so plan accordingly. Bring a bathing suit; there is an indoor pool.

BASIC EQUIPMENT: Bring the sewing, beading and art supplies and equipment you need. You will have one 6-foot banquet table for your workspace.   You may wish to bring a chair cushion for added height and comfort.  A long heavy-duty extension cord and a work light may also be useful.  It is a very large room so we will need lots of long power strips. If you have one it will come in handy. We will have one or two irons and ironing boards set up for all to share.  A “wheelie” (a carry-on bag with wheels) or collapsible rolling box is handy for transporting your supplies and equipment.

We can leave supplies in the ballroom overnight. (Note: Some people use small chains or computer security cables [wire covered with plastic, with a lock] to secure their sewing machine to the table when they leave the studio area. You may want to do this.)  The hotel will lock the door when the last person leaves the room. We have never had a problem, but you don’t know what may happen.

OPENING EVENING PROJECT:  Our project is a surprise. Come to the Ballroom. We will begin at 8:00 PM. If you arrive later you can catch up easily. We will provide most of the supplies. BRING white thread for your bobbin. Bring your sewing machine (or share with a friend.)

SHOW-&-TELL:  We will have our traditional show-and-tell of our weekend’s accomplishments on Sunday morning 10:00 to 11:00 AM. We must keep Show and Tell to 1 hour. Please do not take photos during Show and tell. We have a lot of really interesting work to see and a very limited amount of time in which to do it. So, if you want a photo of something please arrange to take it before we do Show and Tell.

          

INFORMAL SHARING:  Carrying on our tradition of sharing, we are planning several informal workshops during the retreat.  You should have already received workshop descriptions and schedule. If you have not already pre-registered for the workshops and you want to take a class you may sign up at the Opening – if there is space available. Kit fees are paid to the session leader in cash at the workshop.

The workshops are:

1.  Kansashi Fabric Flowers        

2.  Fluffy Fabric Flowers                        

3.  Journaling Round Table

Remember there are kits for some classes so you will need to bring whatever is on the supply lists ----- or make a run to WalMart or Michael’s  :-)  !

Soaps and Toiletries Needed: Lois  is still collecting soaps and personal hygiene items   --- like the shampoo, lotion and soaps you get in a hotel room.  Bring whatever you may have at home to share and save what you do not use at the hotel during the retreat.

          

“GOOD STUFF” EXCHANGE:  We all have a lot of fun sharing “good stuff” we no longer need. If you have some fabric, books, sewing, art or craft supplies, patterns, etc. that need a new home please bring them to share. We will have “Give Away” tables in the Ballroom. These must be things you’re willing to GIVE away --- no sales. We will put out these treasures on Friday morning.

NEW HOBBY LOBBY: There is a new Hobby Lobby in SALISBURY at

Dagsborough Rd and Rt 13. If you are traveling along Rt. 50 you might want to stop and check it out.

SOUND CONTROL REMINDER: If you want to bring a tape or CD player or a TV, it should be small enough to fit in your work area and MUST have earphones so it does not disturb others.  

SPA:  The spa is giving a 10% discount to our group on services over $20. You may make appointments before you arrive. (The massage and facial appointments often fill quickly.)

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARRIVE: When you arrive check into your hotel room and get settled. I know a lot of us are coming a day early and departing on Monday morning.

Our studio space is on the 4^th floor in the Ballroom.  The room will be set up by 8 AM Wednesday for Early Birds. Someone from NeedleArts Adventures will be in the area sometime Wednesday. Stop by the Ballroom and pick up your nametag and table marker; they will be on a table. Put your table marker on the table at which you wish to work.  

    You can set up and start working when the room is ready. We strongly recommend that you do not leave your sewing machine unattended. While the hotel is safe and secure, one never knows what can happen. (Remember: Some people use small chains or computer security cables to secure the machine to the table when they leave the studio area. You may want to do this.) 

This is going to be a wonderful, relaxing and productive retreat. We are looking forward to seeing one another!  There are several new people joining us. In the mean time, if you need more information, please call me at 410-923-6133 or e-mail at sandra@annapolis.net.  

FYI: I will be off-line, not checking e-mails, !0/14 thru 10/21.

Sandy

Fall 2011 Workshops

  WORKSHOPS


To register for a workshop simply e-mail us at sandra@annapolis.net with the name of the workshops you wish to take. Workshop registrations are due by October 20.


Reminders: 
          You should have made your hotel reservation.  The hotel’s reservation number is 1-800-447-6779 / 410-289-6191.  
           Final registration payments are due.

1. TITLE OF CLASS: Kansashi Flowers in both fabric and crepe paper.

DESCRIPTION    Fabric and/or paper folding to make beautiful Japanese style flowers...the finished flowers can be used as hair decorations, lapel pins, purse decorations, flip flop decorations...just about anything that needs a lovely flower on it and the paper ones can be flattened and used for paper crafts.

CLASS SIZE:  12-15  

KIT:   No

BRING: Scissors, 1/8th yd of cotton or other firm non wiggly fabric, straight pins, sewing needle and strong thread, a pretty, large sized button and preferably hot glue, but good tacky glue works too.

 .

WORKSHOP LEADER: Judi Ward

  

DAY & TIME   Friday  2 PM – 3 PM

2. TITLE OF CLASS: Fluffy Fabric Flower

DESCRIPTION  Learn to make a very easy, and very fun, fluffy fabric flower. These versatile flowers can be used for any embellishment you want. They can be flower pins, put on head bands or barrettes, decorate flip flops, cover pillows  ---  anything goes. You will see the basic version and a clever variation in which a heat gun magically transforms the flower. Once you know the basic process you can make the template in different sizes to make different size flowers. We will make one that is about 3” across.

  

CLASS SIZE:  Any

KIT:   The leader will provide reusable patterns/templates and directions. Kits will be available for  $1. When you register let us know if you want a kit(s).

BRING: Hand Sewing needle

A long straight pin

Strong sewing thread - coordinate color with fabrics

Scissors  (Pinking shears are optional)

A bone folder or dull knife and a ruler (to prepare your template)

If you do not want to purchase a kit you will need the following supplies for each flower:

Fabric for flower:

18  4.75 inch squares of firm (not floppy) fabric 

Note: You want a crisp fabric that will hold its shape like cotton, organza, or taffeta. You do not want drape-y fabrics like knits, charmeuse or a soft satin. Your squares can all be the same or you can use a combination of colors and types of fabric. Choose fabrics that look good on the right side and wrong side, since both sides will show.( IMPORTANT - For the heat gun variation you must use all synthetics such  as synthetic organza.) Consider  combining “prom dress” fabrics and sparkly sheers.  You will get a totally different look using cottons in solids, small prints and batiks.

A 1.5 inch circle of felt (for backing)

A sew-on pin back if you want to make a pin

Warning: This project is addictive; most people cannot make “just one”!

WORKSHOP LEADER:  Merrily O’Hara

DAY & TIME:  Friday 10 AM to 11 AM

3. TITLE OF CLASS: Journaling Round Table

DESCRIPTION: Do you keep a journal or art journal or studio journal/sketch book? Do you make travel journals or artist  books? Do you want to learn about or try some of these things?  Join us for a round table discussion where we can share ideas, inspiration, techniques, tools  ---- anything thing goes. If you have one, bring a journal to show. No experience needed. This is a time for sharing and perhaps beginning a new and fulfilling activity.

CLASS SIZE:   Any

KIT:  no 

BRING: Your ideas and enthusiasm.  A  journal, if you have one.

FACILITATORS:    Sandy Sapienza & Jane Gordon

DAY & TIME:   Friday 11 AM to noon

Jon Us This Fall

There are still several spaces open for the Sewing By The Sea Fall Retreat. The details are below in the flier.
If you would like to come, it is time to register. New folks are always welcome!

Submit Your Ideas for Mini-Workshops for Fall 2011

Sewing By The Sea Fall 2011

Call for Mini-Workshops

It is time to start planning for our free mini-workshops. Carrying on our tradition of sharing, we would like to offer several informal workshops during the retreat. Is there a technique or project you would like to share?

 We need your input!  What short classes would you like to offer?

As a workshop leader you choose the day, time and duration of your class. You can set a minimum and a maximum class size. Several people can lead a class together. You volunteer your time. You can offer a kit with a kit fee, and/or have a supply list for participants. The class can be hands-on or a demo.

In the past we have done things like learn doll-making techniques, make bubble bracelets, felt bars of soap, make altered board books, explore foiling on fabric, see demos of lace making, decorate glass Christmas balls, and try yoga. Anything goes!

Send your ideas to Sandy by September 20th.  We will send out the offerings in early October so you can register for the classes you want.

 For those of you who are attending for the first time, these are free workshops of 1/2 hour to 4 hours duration that are led by volunteer teachers. The only expense to participants is the supplies. The purpose of the workshops is to share our expertise and interests, and to explore new techniques and materials.  And, of course, to have fun together.

Here is the basic information we need:

            TITLE OF CLASS

            DESCRIPTION    

CLASS SIZE: Minimum, Maximum  

KIT:  If any. What is included. Cost.
BRING: Supplies /equipment participants should bring.
WORKSHOP LEADER:  Can be more than one person if you want to work with a friend. One or two sentences about yourself.

PROPOSED DAY & TIME: What works for you? How much time do you need? Remember, you can do a demo and get people started then they can work on their own to finish. 

A PHOTO of the project, if available (at least 100 dpi, .jpg)

Sewing By The Sea Fall 2011

NeedleArts Adventures presents

Sewing by the Sea

FALL 2011

at the Grand Hotel,

2100 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, Maryland, USA 21842

A retreat for textile and paper arts enthusiasts who enjoy

- quilting

- clothing design and wearable art

- cloth doll making

- paper arts

- beading

- knitting & crocheting

    

Wednesday November 2 (8 AM) through Sunday evening November 6

Wednesday is a BONUS DAY for those who can come early.

The retreat “officially” begins Thursday evening.

WHAT: Treat yourself to several days away from the distractions of home. We have reserved a spacious room in which to work and enjoy the company of other textile/paper artists. Make connections with old and new friends. Share ideas, advice and inspiration.           

Bring your equipment and supplies, and all those projects you have been meaning to work on! Relax and have fun. The schedule is designed to give you maximum flexibility so you can work non-stop, or take a break and enjoy a walk on the beach, shop, swim in the pool, or whatever YOU like.

Overview of Activities:

All activities are in the Grand Ballroom

Wednesday

     8:00 AM – 2 AM   Bonus Day for those who can come early

 Thursday

     6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Bonus Studio time for “Early Birds”

     8:00  PM - 10:00  PM  Opening Program: Special Project. 

    10:00 PM – 2 AM Studio Time 

Other days

      6:00  AM – 2 AM  Studio time

Sunday     

      6:00  AM – 9:30 AM Studio time 

      9:30  AM - 10:30 AM  Share your accomplishments

    10:30  AM -  6 PM   Studio time

WHO:  This retreat is designed for sewing and paper arts enthusiasts. People interested in quilting, beading, crafts, clothing design and construction, and hand- or machine-sewing activities are welcome. Scrap booking, altered books, collage, book making, knitting, crocheting and similar activities are welcome. There are always people engaged in some of these activities.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Space is limited.

Registration is $80 per person. It includes:

A full banquet table of work space for studio time (you don’t have to share a table)

A simple project for an opening activity on the first evening

On the last morning sharing of accomplishments (show and tell)

Registration does not include lodging, meals or travel expenses.

Register soon to avoid disappointment. Registration is on a first paid, first served basis.

A minimum deposit of $10 is required. Registration is refundable, except for a $10 processing fee, until September 1. After that time we cannot make refunds. You may send someone in your place.

LODGING - FOOD - TRAVEL: You are responsible for your lodging, meals, travel and things not specifically covered by the registration fee.

The Grand Hotel is a beach-front resort hotel on the boardwalk. Our group’s sleeping rooms are  premier view and oceanfront, with balconies. Each room has 2 queen beds, a microwave, a bar sink, some counter space and a small refrigerator.

Our special group rates are:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday the rate is $ 74    (plus taxes) per night.  Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday it is $ 60    (plus taxes) per night.  

This is single or double so sharing a room with a friend means even greater savings.  Participants must stay at the Grand Hotel; we cannot provide studio space for those who stay elsewhere. Many people will arrive early and depart the morning after the last day.

Please make your hotel reservations directly with the Grand Hotel by 5 weeks before the retreat (09/25/11) to receive the group rate. You are responsible for making your own reservations. Identify yourself as part of the NeedleArts Adventures Group. The hotel’s reservation number is 1-800-447-6779 / 410-289-6191.

You can find travel directions and information about the hotel, its policies, and facilities at their web site: www.grandhoteloceancity.com. There is a 24-hour coffee shop in the hotel and there are many restaurants and grocery stores near by.

Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Ocean City is an easy two-and-a-half-hour drive from Baltimore or Philadelphia. There is plenty of free parking at the hotel. You can fly to Philadelphia, PA,  Baltimore, MD,  or Salisbury, MD, and rent a car. (Salisbury is 30 minutes away.)  We will help with carpools and roommate referrals.

To register send your name, address, phone nr., e-mail, whether you are registering for fall or spring, & check to: NeedleArts Adventures, PO Box 331, Crownsville, MD 21032-0331. One person per registration form and check, please. Make checks to NeedleArts Adventures.

Questions: Contact Sandy Sapienza. Phone - 410-923-6133. E-mail - sandra@annapolis.net

NeedleArts Adventures, PO Box 331, Crownsville, MD 21032-0331