Patchwork & Quilting Activity Holiday
- Some finished projects
- Quilt made using the 'Card Trick' method
Our Patchwork & Quilting Holidays will appeal to both the seasoned and novice quilter. From our studio, with its panoramic views, you can enjoy the comforts of this beautiful house while receiving expert tuition and guidance from your tutor.
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Patchwork and Quilting Holidays
| 2 - 6 April 2012 | Hidden Treasures - Marvellous Medallions, UFO's or WIP's | £499pp |
| 15 - 19 October 2012 | Hidden Treasures - Marvellous Medallions, UFO's or WIP's | £499pp |
2012 Hidden Treasures - Marvellous Medallions
Using designs based on the tiles in the entrance hall of Gartmore House, incorporate your blocks into cushion covers, wall hangings, table toppers, lap quilt or repeat to make a larger quilt or to form the centre of a medallion quilt.
All projects can be worked by hand or machine and are suitable for all abilities.
Or - try your hand at reversible quilts of any size, ideal for using up fabrics from your stash! Suitable for all abilities, especially beginners. Choice of designs and techniques. Not to be missed!
Alternatively or additionally, bring along your U.F.O's! (unfinished objects) or WIP's (work in progress) to work on.
Whatever you choose to do, you will be given lots of helpful friendly advice and encouragement. Enjoy the time and space to complete those unfinished works!
Your Week
Arrive late afternoon on the Monday to afternoon tea in the lounge and a warm welcome from your tutor.
During the week you will work on your project at morning and afternoon sessions in the studio at Gartmore House. By the end of your holiday you will have completed your chosen small/medium project or be well on with a larger quilt (or finished that if you are very speedy!)
Wednesday afternoon gives free time to explore on your own or enjoy just relaxing in the comfort of the house.
Spend the evenings in our lounge where we provide a variety of entertainment which could include a talk on the history of Gartmore House with its wonderful tale of politics poetry and passion, (you may be interested particularly in the Cayzer Room freize, which past quilters have used in their designs), DVD night or quizzes, or if you choose, continue work on your project.
Departure is after breakfast on the Friday.
What do I need?
A list of equipment/materials to bring will be sent to you on booking. We do ask that you bring your own sewing machine. If however this is not possible, we are able to provide one for use during your holiday at a small charge.
Your Tutor
Clare Workman runs Thistle Creative Textile Arts and Crafts Studio, from her farm a stones throw from Gartmore House. She is a creative quilter who loves to spread her passion for fabric and textiles. Clare has been a member of the Quilter's Guild for more than 25 years, studying City and Guilds in Creative Textiles. She regularly gives talks and workshops to quilting groups and others nationwide and exhibits and sells her work through galleries and exhibitions.
Accommodation
Your four night stay will be in the comfort of Gartmore House, all rooms are ensuite with tea and coffee making facilities and many have wonderful views over Flanders Moss towards Stirling.
All meals are freshly prepared by our chef's, using some of our garden produce, enjoy a glass of wine as you relax in the dining room looking out over the views and discussing your days work.
We may be able to help with pick ups from Stirling Train Station by prior arrangement.
If you would like more details, a brochure, or to book, please complete the online enquiry form by clicking on this link, or call us on;
Tel 01877 382991, where we will be delighted to take your call or email: info@gartmorehouse.com
