Quilt and Create Camp at Blue Lake - 1st Annual

A four-day event at Blue Lake Camp and Retreat Center, 8500 Oakwood Ln, Andalusia, AL

 

We've found a very special place for our first ever quilting and sewing camp! Lodging will be in the Oakwood building with linens provided.  Hotel-style bedrooms have an en suite bathroom and accommodate two per room.  Dorm-style rooms accommodate three per room and share a bathroom on each hallway.  Please specify your room-style preference and roommate on registration form.  

Print Registration for Camper or Day Visitor HERE

Download Flyer to share or print HERE

Day campers are also welcome but have a day-camper fee that is required by BLC.

All campers must be registered in advance.  Choice of classes is subject to seating capacity.  We will not be using individual kitchens, and all meals will be available in the lodge dining room.  Please choose a meal plan that suits your planned time at campground.

All classes are 2-day or 4-day, allowing plenty of time for detailed instructions and completion of most projects. There will be a daytime option for a proctored Sewing Lounge to work on projects of your choice among friends and a proctor to assist with beginner-level guidance.  Evening to midnight sewing will also be available on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings.  All classes require that you bring your own machine and basic sewing tools.  Check each class supply list for specifics on fabric and notions required.

Registration for classes can be done online or by calling the store at 850-864-4555.  Link to classes - see below.
All campers must also register and indicate desired meal plan and accommodation requests by filling out registration form and mailing or bringing to Stitcher's Quest with payment.   Click HERE to print registration form.

What to pack:  Comfortable clothes and shoes - layers if necessary if you would like to walk the grounds and enjoy the refreshing country air.  The temperature will tend to drop in the evenings, so bring a jacket and check the forecast.  Our classes will be in Vickers Gym, a short walk from the main lodge, so bring an umbrella if the forecast includes rain.  Bring the sewing supplies for your class and the required machine(s) (sewing, serger, embroidery).  Don't forget power cords!  Add what will keep you comfortable - snacks, beverages, or packaged personal food.  Alcoholic beverages and personal cooking in the lodge are not allowed.

Schedule:

Sunday
Arrive at the campground between 3pm and 5pm.  Sign in and get your room assignment, unpack and take a look around.  Take your sewing machine and supplies to the assigned class space for Monday's first class.

Dinner at the Dining Hall at 5pm.
Assembly at 6:30pm - location TBD

We'll have introductions of instructors, games, announcements, and special prizes.  

Monday
Breakfast in Dining Hall starts at 7:30am
Classes start at 9am
Lunch is at Noon
Back to class at 1:30pm for the afternoon, ending at 4:30
Dinner at the Dining Hall at 5pm

Assembly at 6:30 for announcements.  We will have a Quilter's Garage Sale.  Tables will be provided for free and discounted items. If you would like to sell something in the Garage Sale, bring an envelope with the item's name, the price, and your name to place with the item.  When purchased, buyer can put cash in envelope and turn it in to an assigned staff member.  The envelopes will be returned to you the next day. Optional games will follow announcements. You may elect to return to the classroom and sew or do your own thing. Classrooms will be open until midnight or until unoccupied, whichever is earlier.

Tuesday
Breakfast in Dining Hall starts at 7:30am
Classes start at 9am
Lunch is at Noon
Back to class at 1:30pm for the afternoon, ending at 4:30pm
Dinner at the Dining Hall at 5pm

Optional games begin at 6:30pm
Classrooms will be open until midnight or until unoccupied, whichever is earlier.

Wednesday
Breakfast in Dining Hall starts at 7:30am
Classes start at 9am
Lunch is at Noon
Back to class at 1:30pm for the afternoon, ending at 4:30pm
Dinner at the Dining Hall at 5pm

Assembly at 6:30pm
Show-and-tell of finished projects.  Discussion of proposed and requested classes for next year.
Classrooms will be open until midnight or until unoccupied, whichever is earlier.

Thursday
Breakfast in Dining Hall starts at 7:30am
Overnight campers should remove belongings from room prior to class as rooms must be cleared by 10am
Classes start at 9am
Lunch is at Noon
Back to class at 1:30pm for the afternoon, ending at 4:30pm
Final announcements and departure by 5:30
 
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