Sister Chicks Quilt Retreat - Why Quilt Retrets Are So Much Quilty Fun!

#sisterchicksquilting I wish everyone could attend a quilt retreat with me because they are so much fun! In this video I meet up with subscribers/followers from Youtoube for a quitl retreat! How much fun is that?!?!? Quilters & KZbin watchers getting together!!! If you can't make a retreat I hope you have fun watching this video and thank you for watching my channel!
As you will see in this video there is another Quilter with a KZbin channel attending the retreat. Her name is Lynne and her channel is called Soft Squares. Here is a link to her video that she made at the retreat: • I went on a retreat wi...
Do check out the video, it shows more of what whent on and check out her channel.
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The Gathering Place: [phone]
524 6th St, Rupert, ID 83350
The Gathering Place does not have a website. However if you call them they will ship fabric to you. If you're ever in Idaho they just off the I-84 and are worth your time for a visit!

[@debrameeks7918]

Thank you Di for the beyond incredible time I had. We truly bonded with each other! You four ladies put sew much hard work into the retreat and it definitely paid off! Thanks again and say hi to Hazel's mom for me. I just love, love, love her!!!🤪😎

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It was pretty a great time💕 Meeting you and the rest of the gang was worth the work 😊. Hazels mom still talks about you, her new mom 🤗🤗 We’ll do it again🥰

[@scottydog6539]

What a fabric store. Fantastic. I Love the log cabin blocks on the sides of the panel.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It’s a pretty awesome store for sure 😻. Thanks for watching my channel😍‼️

[@shellcshells2902]

I had such an incredibly wonderful time at retreat! Can't wait until the next one! Thank you Di!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It’s so good to hear from you! How are you feeling about now!!?! I loved getting to know you better, Di!!

[@shellcshells2902]

@@sisterchicksquilting I have surgery this Thursday And will just keep moving forward♡ Loved getting to know you as well.

[@dakin7612]

I can only imagine the fun all of you had. The photos are terrific.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you and no need to imagine, we had a blast 😊.. Thank you for watching my channel Dakin😍‼️

[@elliefox1419]

Looks like a great time! Can't go wrong with a group of quilters😁

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’ve got that right Ellie😊. Thanks as always for watching my channel😍‼️

[@martibarnes4308]

What a wonderful retreat you had! Congratulations! Looks like so much fun!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks Marti, it was the best of time ever. Thank you for watching my channel!

[@mariawells8026]

Di it looked like a great time sewing, quilting, being silly, and just having an amazing time together!! Such fun. I'm really amazed at your panel quilt and how it was coming together! Loved seeing the other projects, meeting the gals, and seeing the quilt shop. Great video!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hi Maria 👋🏼, glad you watched and liked it the weekend, thank you 😍

[@luvmykids21000]

I was at a retreat in Heyburn, ID that week. Some of us jumped in the car and drove to The Gathering Place in Rupert. We had just finished shopping when a bunch of your retreat ladies showed up. I didn't realize it was your group!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

So you were the ones❓ That’s hilarious 🤣😂🤣‼️ I set up with the GP to come at that time, they even brought in extra workers so the lines wouldn’t be that long. When we came in they told us about your group. So you were at Shelly’s, The old house with the big shop to quilt in? I’ve been there before. It’s a small quilty world ‼️ Thanks for watching my channel & I can’t wait to share your story😂❣️

[@scottydog6539]

Such fun photos. What a fun group. I loved this video. Thank you.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

👍🏼 😊

[@abeullah03]

Hi Di, I’m so glad that you and the ladies had a wonderful time. Enjoyed looking at all the different quilt and ideas. I like the collaboration on your quilt. Looking forward to the plus video.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I’m glad you are always there for my videos. I guess we could say we two collaborate on KZbin😂. Maybe one day… You have a great next week, I need to get busy on the plus quilt 😊‼️

[@princessfrances132]

Aloha from Hawaii!!! 🌈🌈‼️. I’ve been watching your retreat playlist tonight and Idaho is a beautiful state!!! 😀😀😀‼️

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks, I appreciate that. Yes, we love Idaho, probably as much as Hawaii🤣. Thanks Princess👍🏼😍🐥

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Good Evening Di, Oh My Gosh, I can see that everyone had such a wonderful time together. 🥰 Thank You Di, for sharing this fun event. 🤩 Have a beautiful week and hello to Mr. Engineer too! God Bless, 🥰 Chris

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hi Chris 👋🏼, glad you enjoyed it. I will have a beautiful week as I’m off to my personal retreat🤣😂🤣😂 You have a beautiful week too 😍‼️

[@lindafederer]

The most awesome pictures and looks like a blast

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Oh it was Kinda 😊 Thank you for watching ‼️

[@debbiedobbins6785]

We all had the bestest bestest time. Thank you Miss Di, Tammee, Joanne, and of course the most amazing chef in Idaho- Miss Michelle. Can’t wait for the next one! (No pressure) 😉😝 Looking forward to seeing your finished masterpiece. Hope the Engineer is gettin better every day. Have a terrific weekend! 🤗🤗

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Your comment just make my day😊‼️ I’m looking forward to getting the panel art quilt done too and believe me when I do I will gladly show it off 😂🤣‼️ The Engineer says hi 👍🏼

[@lisahenderson2993]

Retreats are the best aren’t they! I sew on a Singer 301 also, great machine. Thanks for sharing your fun! 😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Yes and how neat about your Singer 301. I’ll have to tell Tracy😊‼️ Thank you for watching my channel 😍

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Oh looks like so much fun. Wish I could come. Thanks for sharing your retreat and all the fun projects

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I know not everyone can go, it was fun to share. Thanks for watching my channel Jeanette😊‼️

[@joanmcfadyen]

You gals had such great fun! Thank you so much for sharing❤

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome Joan, thanks for checking in to w watch my channel😊‼️

[@kathymorgan8453]

I can appreciate the help you got with your panel art quilt. I often bring projects to retreat, that I’m not quite sure how to finish. Many opinions are so helpful! I end up with a better finish than if I had done it alone.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It really helps so much with our quilting. I always learn from other quilters. Thank you for watching my channel Kathy😍‼️

[@helenpeddycord2241]

Wow! A beautiful and spacious venue for the event!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It was pretty awesome 🤩. Thanks for watching my channel Helen😍‼️

[@lyndagodin3712]

Oh my gosh, what a great video. Thanks for sharing, Di! What an awesome way to meet new quilting friends along with a weekend away at such an historic venue. Can't wait to hear what you have in store for next time.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks Lynda, I’m so glad you liked it 😍 I can’t wait to hear what I have in store other 🥴😂. Have a wonderful week & I appreciate you watching ‼️

[@doloresnash287]

Looked like loads of fun!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It was, loads and loads 😊 thanks for watching 😊‼️

[@paulaneary7877]

Glad you got help with your art quilt. I am sure it is gorgeous!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Me too, it’s on the looking for a backing list, and thank you for watching. 😊❤️🐥

[@njbyrd1617]

Y'all look as if you had such a great time! Sure wish I lived closer. Still want to see that beautiful log cabin quilt when it's all together. Thanks for sharing! Have a great week.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It’s coming Nj, I’m going to get it finished and make sure I post it. I wish you lived closer too, we need a smaller quilter 🌎 world. 😍

[@paulaneary7877]

AWESOME! "going on a FART!" HAHAHAHA! Jeez, I lived in Idaho for 20 years and quilted. Sure wish I could have mer you awesome ladies before I moved away! Would have been fun to know you!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

🤣😂🤣😂 I’m sitting next to Patricia/Blue Block right now and your comment has us both laughing. It sounds like you should move back😁🤣 thanks for watching❤️😊🐥

[@jankubillus7157]

Oh the retreat looked like sew much fun! Such beautiful quilts and beautiful place to be. It was really inspiring to see the paper pieced quilt blocks and tee shirt quilt. Thank you for sharing all the pictures and video Di. 💕

[@sisterchicksquilting]

H hi Jan 👋🏼👋🏼, and thank you for watching. It was such a beautiful setting.

[@jokelly1762]

Looks like a great time. Sorry I missed it. Maybe next time…

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That would be fun Jo😍 Thank you for watching my channel 😊‼️

[@francesrivera3569]

How fun. My friend went to that haunted house last year. She's into that stuff. I'm in east central Nevada and would love to be able to attend a retreat. I need to hit my daughter in law up again for a serious retreat discussion 😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

there was a lady who drove from Reno to attend. If you want to be on an email list please email me through the contact button on my website after you have that serious discussion, lol. Thanks for watchign my channel.

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

How fun! Idaho is so quilter friendly. I sure miss the quilting groups and retreats I was used to attending prior to COVID.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re correct about Idaho being quilter friendly. I hope you can start up a quilting group soon. Thanks for following my channel Dovie😊‼️

[@lisareed5669]

Tracy! I have old machines and am teaching myself to repair! I have a Japanese clone I restored. I have two 201s, a 101, a 66 (I think), and many others. I have 12 all together. I LOVE IT. I live in eastern Kansas.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I’ll tell Tracy about your machines😊. She’ll smile. Thanks for watching my channel Lisa😍

[@heidilehnig3099]

Thanks for sharing!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome, thanks for watching 😊‼️

[@laurabridson1795]

I would love to go to thee next retreat. Living in Montana so not to far to travel😊. So glad I found your site.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I’m so glad you found me too, Laura‼️ yes MT is close and thanks for watching my channel😊‼️

[@mineminemine6991]

Such an amazing video. It looks like you all had so much fun. glad I found your channel, and I'll be watching!\

[@sisterchicksquilting]

My quilt retreats are a blast, I’m glad you found my channel and thank you for watching 😊🐥

[@dianassewingadventures5059]

I loved it. I wish I could go to one of your retreats. Maybe some day. I just wanted to say that I saw one of your videos showing the alphabety pins and I had to make some and I am using them already. Thank you for that idea!!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Keep on quilting then and I’m so glad you like the alpha pins. Thanks to for watching my channel😍‼️

[@marlapavelzik9766]

I made some alpha pins also!!

[@AnitaSouthall]

I spied the long yellow pins at my craft store 💛 😍

[@ritaholverson5260]

Love the video of your quilt retreat. So much fun, thanks for sharing!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Of course! It was much fun to share and in do appreciate you watching 😊‼️

[@AnitaSouthall]

What a talented and fun bunch of new friends and a great place to take time out to enjoy the company of like minded people. How far away did anyone come from? As in distance? I could be tempted but no way to bring a machine from Australia lol. One day I will get back to the USA 🇺🇸 🙏 Next week I'm doing a market stall for a visiting cruise 🛳 ship 🚢 to Geraldton's Port. Sew much to get finished. Great video and pictures 📸 🇦🇺💜🇺🇲💚👍😊🖐🌸🌼

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Quilters came from Washington, Utah and Nevada and it was the best time. If you make it to America, don’t worry about a machine, I’ll make sure you have something to sew on.‼️ you have a great next week at you booth😍‼️

[@sandradummer4726]

How much are the retreats to attend? And where do folks go to this retreat? I’m a new quilter of 2years and 5 months. So wish I could go to a retreat,but..have a difficult time walking, without my walker, and tools I’d need. I’ve learned somewhat about quilting from U-tubers, I’m disabled to a degree, pinched nerve in my lower back, makes it hard to move around. I would always feel I’d be in someone’s way. But..at this point I’ll keep watching you all to learn. Thanks for listening.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hi Sandra, it’s nice to hear from you and I’m happy that KZbin has such a great format which allows us to learn from one another. I’m so sorry about your condition, however, how wonderful that you can still sew. Retreats can cost from $500 to a couple of $1000 depending on the amenities and time you’re gone. Thank you for watching my channel 😊‼️

[@AnitaSouthall]

Wish I could figure out a way to support others with disabilities as I use a walking stick and any venue with stairs is not my friend either. Keep in touch and message me at BEYONDAWESOMEDESIGNS on instagram. I personally promote disability awareness as part of my sewing ethos.

[@darleenross710]

Loved this.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Maybe you can come one day😀❤️🐥 Thanks you for watching my channel ❣️

[@maryannecadd796]

I am ne!w to your channel, but I am a fan! I have never been to a retreat and this is one I would have loved! I used to live in Emmett, ID and work in Boise and Albion is one of my favorite places to visit. This will be on my bucket list for sure!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Do you know how to see my community posts on my page? There is a sign up form so you can be notified when the retreat information and signs start. There are only 20 spaces. Now…WHAT? You lived in Emmett and work in Boise?!?! It’s a small world. If you can’t find my community page email me through my website. Thanks for watching my channel😊🐥❗️

[@maryannecadd796]

@Sister Chicks Quilting thanks, I'll definitely check out your community posts. I live in Sparks, NV now, so this would be doable. I used to work at St Luke's in Boise. So glad I finally found your channel!

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Thank you

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome 😊

[@donnakimball3822]

❤❤❤i loved seeing the retreat. I would love to go to a retreat. But i would have to bring my husband. He is my cutter and organizer. So i don't travel. We are good at home. TThanks for sharing.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks we have a good time retreats are great. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@melanietannertaylor0401]

OMG ! Yall had a Great time together ❤️. Can't wait till next week to see the Plus Quilt. I've had that in my 'Want to Do ' list. great video !!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I’m glad you’re looking forward to the Plus Quilt. This one will be my second one. Thanks for watching my videos 😍‼️

[@chouse5011]

Retreat looks so fun! Definitely on my list for next year. Can you tell me where you purchased the pencils for the gift bags? My daughter is going to have a booth at Quiltcon, and I know she would love to sell them there. Thank you!!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hey Cherri 👋🏼. I bought them from Riley Blake. I want to go to Quiltcon but I’m afraid to leave The Engineer 🤣😂

[@chouse5011]

@@sisterchicksquilting After his terrible fall I can understand! Thanks for the info on the pencils.

[@vangiebrake2295]

What a great video Di! Have been waiting all week to see it. Looks like a good time was had by all. Wish I lived closer so I could come next year. I live in Canada so it would be a bit of a trek. Have been to a couple of retreats but it's been a while. Back to more great videos eh.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hi Vangie👋🏼 🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦 Too bad you don’t live right at the Idaho border. I hope you find one in your area so you can go a soon. Thanks for watching my channel😍‼️

[@bevwarnock]

I just found your channel! I have fallen in love with your videos! Keep doing what you’re doing, when I watch your videos it’s like sewing with my Nana! For the record you are much nicer than she was!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you so very much Bev👵 , I appreciate your comment.. 😊❤️🐥

[@natfrisby-smith9640]

What is the name of Leslie's Robin Pickens quilt pattern and the fabric line she used. It looks awesome 🤩 Looks like you all had a wonderful time 🤗 Thanks for sharing. 💜 Hello 👋 from Australia 🇦🇺

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Nat it’s called tight rope, I saw it on her website. Leslie put together her own selection of fabric from her stash as she’s making it for her son so it’s a little more Masculine looking. Thanks for watching from over there and down under! Di, from the Pacific Northwest, USA😊

[@SoftSquares]

This retreat was so fun! You made it great and put a lot of effort and hard work into it. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It was a blast and it was good to get to know you. Thank you for coming and good luck with your channel😍‼️

[@conniesoares157]

Looks like you had a great time! I just got back Sunday evening from a quilt retreat up at Hartland Christian camp! I also worked on quilt blocks that has a disappearing pinwheel in it. I had started it at the last spring retreat and will work on it more at next Spring retreat that we are planning to stay for the full 5 day, 4 night of the retreat! Loved the fabric store you guys visited! They had so many great quilt samples hanging up! At the retreat I was at we had a store on site, plus we all bring fabric that we no longer need or want and have a “give and take” table. One last thing…Is there a place online to find directions for the Fat 8 Lollipop?

[@sisterchicksquilting]

And it sounds like you had a great time too at your retreat. They’re the best! We had a give and take table too😂. I just folded and pressed the F8 into a 2 inch strip then rolled it up and used a ribbon to tie it on a heavy skewer. Keep retreating, Di

[@marlapavelzik9766]

Looks like fun!! Di you didn’t show your art quilt at the end.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I didn’t finish it Marla🥴. But I’m planning on some sewing time next weekend to get it done and believe me , I will definitely show it!! Thank you for following my channel😍‼️

[@lisareed5669]

I've "heard" of peacocks. ;)

[@sisterchicksquilting]

LOL

[@reneesmith2665]

I am a beginner and I think I have the wrong idea about quilt retreats. I thought everyone works on the same project. Does everyone bring there own project? I have to admit I am afraid to go to one because everyone will discover how much I really do not really know. But you guys all look like it is so fun.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

At some retreats people have the same project and a guest designer. Are just bring your own projects. Dive in and go to a retreat, they’re not a place to show off great quilting skills. Rather one meets wonderful people’s with your same love of quilting. It is about lot of fun. Thanks for watching my channel‼️

[@diannplatt-roberts8692]

So wish I lived closer, but Michigan is a long ways away. At the quilt store there was a Christmas tree quilt hanging up, any chance you have that pattern.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I think it was the Plaid Pines pattern by Lori Holt. Since you are so far away I'm glad there is youtube and thanks for wathcin DiAnn!!

[@jimsavage1857]

Tricia Savage (thats my Hubby Jim in photo), Loved seeing your retreat -it almost feels like i was there! BTW what glue did you use to glue the alphabet letters to the pins???I,m trying to make some for Xmas gifts.I thought the charm pak & Moda pattern were an awesome gift you gave everyone! You did great Di !!!PS How Cold was it way up Northin Idaho? I would Love to attend your retreats, but am a pansy- its 46 degrees outside & I,m wearing double silk layers top & bottoms ,ust to stay warm.So how Cold was it???fondly Tricia

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hi Tricia 👋🏼, I used super glue and should have wore gloves 😂. We were in South Central Idaho. It got in the 40’s at night but the days were beautiful and in the high 60’s & 70’s. I don’t like the cold either but it comes every winter 🥶 darn if! Thank you for watching my channel 😊

[@bobbijovaverchak7929]

I would love to come to a quilt retreat but I am a beginner and really do not have any friends that enjoy quilting. Is it crazy to want to do this all by myself???

[@sisterchicksquilting]

No, not crazy at all. Once you came to the quilt retreat you would have a bunch of friends. I’ve become great friends with quilters across the US all because of quilting. T her fact that you’re a beginner doesn’t mean anything. You always learn so much from others at a retreat. Thank you for watching my channel Bobbi Jo. Hope to see you at my retreat ❗️😊😍 🐥

[@Colorful_Nest]

Looks like tons of fun!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Yes and that’s why e we quilters retreat 😍‼️ Thanks for watching my channel😊