Join the fun at the Fall 2007 Serger Retreat!!!

October 20 & 21, 2007

at the Holiday Inn Express, The Eastonian

90 Kunkle Drive, Easton, PA

(Early-Bird Discount available -- see details below)

Email the studio to register, ask questions, or to receive the new serger newsletter, full of tips and retreat updates.

 

Fall 2006 Retreat A Success

While some last minute cancellations meant a small group this outing, it didn't keep Susan from spreading her serger magic. "If you ever get the opportunity to attend one of these retreats, I highly recommend it," says Katherine, one of this year's attendees. "We had a great time and learned lots of really cool stuff! I even learned how to do serger lace... Susan is a wonderful, intelligent, funny and highly knowledgable individual and I enjoyed being her student for the weekend."

Who Can Attend a Serger Retreat?
We have space for 10 participants.To get the most out of this retreat, you need to know the basics of serging. You must know how to set up a rolled edge, as well as a three- and four-thread overlock stitch, on your machine. You also need to know how to thread your machine and set up a balanced stitch.

You don't have to be a list member to participate in the fun.

How Do you Sign Up?
To reserve your spot, please send your name, address, phone number, email address (if available), and a $50.00 deposit (non-refundable if you cancel) to:

The Sew'n Tell Studio, P.O. Box 1412, Easton, PA 18042.

We'll send you a confirmation just as soon as you're signed up. Questions? Email Susan at sewntell@ptd.net or call 610-252-0299.

How Much Does This Retreat Cost?

Entire Event, Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon: $175.00

You need to pay for the following items on your own:
* Accommodation
* Airfare or other transportation to and from the retreat (you'll need to make your own travel arrangements)
* Meals (there are plenty of local restaurants)

EARLY BIRDS! Anyone who registers with a $50 (non-refundable if you cancel) deposit postmarked by December 1, 2006, gets a $50 discount off their Fall 2007 Retreat fare. That means, you get the whole retreat for $125. Sorry, this discount cannot be combined with the buddy discount.

Bring A Serger-Buddy Special! Anyone who has attended before who brings a friend at regular price gets a $25 discount!

What's This All About?
This serger retreat started as a wish voiced by several people on Yahoo's serger list. Some of the gals said it would be wonderful if we could get together in person. At about the same time, several people said that I should consider setting up an event for people who want to get the most from their sergers. The two ideas collided and I came up with this event.

The goal is to make the event affordable and fun. In the planning stage, I kept thinking "serge, share, and socialize." I've tried my best to include activities that past participants and people on the serger list say they like. Complete details for the Fall 2006 Retreat will be posted soon with a retreat itinerary, updated accomodation and travel information, and a resource guide full of tips for good shopping and eating options.

Retreat Accommodation

We recommend that you book a room where we will be playing so that you might take full advantage of the retreat space.

Holiday Inn Express, "The Eastonian"
90 Kunkle Drive
Easton, PA 18042
610-923-9495 / www.hiexpress.com/eastonpa

Smoking and non-smoking rooms available. Tell them you are with the Huxley Serger Retreat when you call. There is a pool; all rooms have coffee pots and ironing boards, cable tv and continental breakfast is included.

Things To Bring

Extra tracing paper (optional: Susan will supply enough for you to trace one size of your skirt or cape pattern)
Sewing machin
Serger, power cord, and foot pedal for your machine
Fabric scissors
Paper scissors
Hand sewing needle
Thimble (optional)
Task lighting
Hand sewing needle with eye large enough to thread serger chain thread tail
Fabric and other supplies for pattern of choice
Supplies for independent project, if you plan to work on your own
Pictures of--and even the actual--finished projects to show everyone
Fabric that you'd like to swap
surge protector for electrical cord
Bobbins
Camera
Chalk wheel
Cords for machines
Decorative threads
Directions to destination
Fabric scraps (ones you want to use and ones you're willing to trade)
Foot pedals
Fray stopper
Pins
Jacket or sweater (in case the air conditioning is too much)
Kleenex
Label all your supplies
Sewing machine! (Make sure it's in good working order before you come so that you don't miss out on all the fun)
Marking tools
Money for meals
Needle threader
Needles for hand sewing
Needles for your machine
Notebook
Owner's manual
Pens or pencils
Photos of projects
Point turner
Scissors
Seam gauge
Seam ripper
Serger (Make sure it's in good working order before you come so that you don't miss out on all the fun)
Thread
Thread snips

Susan will provide for sharing:
ironing board
iron
fabric scraps to practise stitching (but bring own for testing as well)
see-through gridded ruler
tracing paper
hip curve ruler
tape measure
electrical extension cord
clear tape for pattern alterations
coffee
tea
dressmaker's chalk

Exploring Easton

www.easton-pa.org lists local attractions, addresses, and links.

www.statetheatre.org is a spectacular live theatre in downtown Easton. The interior is a visual treat.

www.freebridge.net offers local news and events.

 

Getting to Easton
This city is on the New Jersey/Pennsylvania border, almost directly west of New York City. Poised on the edge of the LeHigh Valley, it's a short drive to Bethlehem, Allentown, and many Pennsylvania-Dutch towns. You can drive to Philadelphia in 2 hours, or take a day trip south and west to the heart of the Amish region.

Flying
The closest is the Allentown-Bethlehem International Airport. Its abbreviation is ABE.

The Newark, New Jersey, airport is also very close, and practically every airline flies into it. (You can see New York City as you arrive because it's just across the water.) In many ways, Newark is the most convenient destination if you plan to spend some extra time in New York City.

From the airport, catch a Trans-Bridge bus for a one-hour trip to downtown Easton. We'll meet you and make sure that you get to the hotel. You need to let us know in advance when you'll be catching the bus. CALL OR EMAIL US BEFORE BOOKING YOUR FLIGHT.

Driving
You can obtain directions and a map by visiting http://maps.lycos.com or www.mapquest.com.
Just type in you departure locations and the place in Easton where you'll be staying.

Busing
From New York City catch a Trans-Bridge bus at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

 

Everyone who attended had a WONDERFUL time, and learned a lot . . . We serged non-stop for five days. We sewed together, learned together, laughed together, shopped together and had an absolute ball. I have had lots of fun weeks in my life, and this has to rank with the best. Susan is just the most superb teacher, friend, and guide.
Kay J. from Central New York State

Everyone was very nice and a lot of laughs were had by all. . . Susan shared her knowledge, inside tips and a ton of her time...she is very professional, yet very down to earth and approachable...and with a great sense of humor, too. And you should see her samples!! They are really something up-close and personal.
Blondie from New Jersey

I had a great time at the Serger Retreat! Everyone shared so many ideas, and we had fun trying new things together.
Karen from Western New York State