In August I posted about a wonderful getaway with my friends. We had such a good time Laura decided to host another one.
I’ve been so craving the company of quilting friends and this weekend has been such a blessing. We’ve stitched,
enjoyed great food at the retreat center (prepared by the participants – these are just the snacks!),
As well as a delicious lunch on the shores of Lake Wisconsin.
We did a bit of shopping in the quaint town of Lodi,
and stitched some more. I put together a quilt from a bag of donated fabrics I picked up at guild. Thanks for the pattern Jo! It’s turning into a lovely charity quilt.
I also had a blast making Christmas table toppers as gifts for dear friends.
We laughed a lot (during our white elephant gift exchange – I think Cathy likes the dachsund planter I found for her at an antique store 😊!),
took in beautiful scenery on frozen Lake Wisconsin,
and out our back door.
Quilting friends are the best! Thank you Laura, Cathy, April and Jo, for a delightful weekend!
Julie Higbie says
I used to spend summers on Lake Wisconsin as a kid. Awesome memories water skiing, tubing, fishing…. My grandparents lived in Lodi, would love to visit the area again.
Janet Sabol says
That’s a really nice charity quilt with a few fabrics. Is it a pattern you can share? What fun to get together and see. I’ve really missed not having the one or two in early fall.
clkquilt says
The pattern is my friend Jo’s variation on a pattern, but it’s really a version of the log cabin/lover’s knot. Perhaps you’ve given me an idea for next week’s post 😊!
Cindy says
Looks like a great weekend!!! You were right down the road from my cottage when you were by Fitz’s and luckys in Okee/Lodi!!!
MaryAnn says
Oh, I have been to Cattail twice and can’t wait to go back. I love your picture of the pond and sunset. I’m hoping to make some table toppers this week.
Kris J says
Have participated in several retreats at Cattail and loved each one. An evening out to dinner at Fitz’s is such a nice treat with a great view to accompany the wonderful food. So nice to shop in Lodi and sew with quilting friends for a few days. I miss spending time with fellow quilters in this time of COVID. Glad you were able to go.
Laura says
Thank you my dear friend. We had such a good time. And got a lot of sewing done! I can’t wait until the next one and the next one and the next one….hugs!
Karen Moore says
Lucky you! Sorry that we weren’t there before you to leave you some of our extra treats! Looking forward to going back to Cattails in a few months, if not before! Have been thinking of where we would be if not for Covid!!
iris says
Eeewww, I, too, would be interested in some set of directions for the charity quilt! The scenery pictures are stunning and the friendship among this group just oozes. iris
Jill Carriveau says
Looks like fun! I am so missing my quilting buddies! All the quilts are wonderful! I have a question on the beautiful bull’s-eye quilt. Are her circles top stitched on?
clkquilt says
Yes, April top stitched them on and every fabric is from Moda’s “Grunge” line. It is gorgeous!
Dotty / Cattail Retreat says
Thank you for coming! I love the pictures. Can’t wait until the next time you come.