Up North

For four days, three of us enjoyed a sewing retreat weekend at a cottage near Oscoda, Michigan. The weather was very crisp at night but glorious during the day. We had a beautiful view of the lake and enjoyed the eagles, the deer and the squirrels. We planned the four hour drive (which took seven hours because of our itinerary) to be able to stop at quilt shops along the way. The best of the lot was the Cotton Patch Shop. For a smaller town, we were amazed at how well stocked the store was with a variety of fabrics and patterns. We learned from the owner that the bulk of her business is internet/mail order. It allows her to carry a larger variety. The day we were there, she had six women working in the store, cutting fabric for the quilts she supplies to quilters around the world. We spent more time talking than shopping. Tune in this week for more on the Sewing Weekend!