I thought you might enjoy seeing some of the pin cushions people made and brought in for the exchange. Each was just as nice as the other.
Mine is on the far right in the picture below. It has a fine chenille trim around the edge. My friend and travel companion, and driver extraordinaire, Linda, got my pin cushion in the exchange.
I wanted that slice of pumpkin pie. I thought it was adorable and unique.
Our first evening was a welcome and the teachers presented their class pieces. Our welcome gift was that cute little necklace. It came with all the supplies and a tiny booklet of 5 different patterns to choose from. I've worn mine quite a few times now and love it. The picture on the right is from the kit we received. The tote bag, the linen piece for the tote bag and all supplies. Each teacher designed a different row of the sampler. The scissors were in a cute little bag and presented to each of us at the start of our first class. The next day the sheath was presented to us at the start of our second class and the acorn fob at the start of our third class. The sheep pin was on the ribbon tied to a Shepherds Bush shopping bag. The wooden ornament was given to me by friends that cooked us a delicious meal. I was floored by the generosity of the Shepherd's Bush team and friends of friends that I didn't even know.
My first class was with Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Designs. She is cute as a button. That's Patti on the right who made the really cool watch necklace.
On the second day, my first class was with Jeanette Douglas. She's fun and funny and her sampler will have lots of specialty stitches and the river part has sparkly thread. I love me some sparkles!
Pat and Pam of Lakeside linens presented this class piece honoring the first Thanksgiving. I learned some good tips such as, press your linen before you start stitching and the wrinkles will come out easier after you're done stitching. Who knew.
On the last evening we had a wonderful meal. Here are my delightful travel companions, Evelyn, Lisa, Patti and Linda.
In front of our plates were these delightful jars. We had made buttons the evening before under the direction of Just Another Button Company. Lots of fun. The buttons were baked far into the night and this is how we got them back on the last evening. Clever.
And this is what was tucked inside. Linen, threads, the chart. What a great retreat. If you get the chance - go. You will be so delighted and pleased.
Marsha
PS. If you know Linda, and even if you don't know Linda, please send prayers or positive thoughts and energy her way. Thanks a bunch.
Mine is on the far right in the picture below. It has a fine chenille trim around the edge. My friend and travel companion, and driver extraordinaire, Linda, got my pin cushion in the exchange.
I wanted that slice of pumpkin pie. I thought it was adorable and unique.
Our first evening was a welcome and the teachers presented their class pieces. Our welcome gift was that cute little necklace. It came with all the supplies and a tiny booklet of 5 different patterns to choose from. I've worn mine quite a few times now and love it. The picture on the right is from the kit we received. The tote bag, the linen piece for the tote bag and all supplies. Each teacher designed a different row of the sampler. The scissors were in a cute little bag and presented to each of us at the start of our first class. The next day the sheath was presented to us at the start of our second class and the acorn fob at the start of our third class. The sheep pin was on the ribbon tied to a Shepherds Bush shopping bag. The wooden ornament was given to me by friends that cooked us a delicious meal. I was floored by the generosity of the Shepherd's Bush team and friends of friends that I didn't even know.
My first class was with Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Designs. She is cute as a button. That's Patti on the right who made the really cool watch necklace.
On the second day, my first class was with Jeanette Douglas. She's fun and funny and her sampler will have lots of specialty stitches and the river part has sparkly thread. I love me some sparkles!
Pat and Pam of Lakeside linens presented this class piece honoring the first Thanksgiving. I learned some good tips such as, press your linen before you start stitching and the wrinkles will come out easier after you're done stitching. Who knew.
On the last evening we had a wonderful meal. Here are my delightful travel companions, Evelyn, Lisa, Patti and Linda.
In front of our plates were these delightful jars. We had made buttons the evening before under the direction of Just Another Button Company. Lots of fun. The buttons were baked far into the night and this is how we got them back on the last evening. Clever.
We got to pick a pin cushion (they were all in a bag so you couldn't see). Here's my pick! I love it. Carol Sure was the stitcher. If you know her, tell her thank you and I love it!
Everything we were gifted with at the Shepherd's retreat was beautifully presented. Pretty packages tied in ribbons and scrapbook paper tags in wonderful fall shapes. Made a person feel so special. I never expected any gifts so they were all such wonderful surprises. This was our last at the end of the evening.
And this is what was tucked inside. Linen, threads, the chart. What a great retreat. If you get the chance - go. You will be so delighted and pleased.
And yes, they did have a shop set up. Here's my stash. Just couldn't help myself.
Marsha
PS. If you know Linda, and even if you don't know Linda, please send prayers or positive thoughts and energy her way. Thanks a bunch.
