Retreat photo needed

I have included this as a group photo as it is the only one I have anyone have a total group please email me ... will bring my tripod to next retreat.

Our first FABulous retreat was held in a gorgeous little cottage ????? 

The rain throughout the weekend meant that little time was spent enjoying our surroundings and instead we chatted,  ate, laughed and yes even managed to make some quilts.  

Some real gems were made during the weekend and photos will be added as soon as I get them.

Chris was extremely pleased with her two day effort and as you can see it was a real beauty.

MM's 55th - photo needed

To celebrate MM's retirement and reaching the wonderful age of 55 a Girlz Stuff quilt was made.  This was our first quilt made following this design and everyone found it quite a challenge as the instructions were so free / vague.  

The background fabric was purchased in Hawaii and so there was no chance of going back for more.  It had been purchased without any idea as to how much would be needed and the guesstimate was pretty good .... about an A4 page worth of fabric remained when the quilt was completed.

Because MM is a soft and feminine person a floral basis was decided for the main fabrics.  Chris and Cheryl spent one day 'in hell' (according to Paul) making their blocks under the guiding hand/ bull whip of myself making their blocks, while Melitta made hers with a bit of help a while later.

The quilt top was joined together and spaces left for MM to add her own touch of individuality.

Xmas 2005

Our first Xmas get together.  Secret Santa was decided by some confusing system that I followed well and explained as clearly as I usually do ... consequently there was a lot of confusion.  

Little gift bags were made beforehand in which we were to place our gifts.  Perfect instructions guaranteed that most of us had difficulty with the drawstrings, the stitchery or something else.

Who still has their bags?