SPRING QUILT & CRAFT RETREAT 2025
A WOMEN'S MINISTRY EVENT
REGISTRATION OPENS IN JANUARY
DATES
Session 1: March 20-24, 2025
Session 2: March 27-31, 2025
No stay over option between sessions.
Rates: Prices Coming Soon!
Discounts:
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Discounts are honored when you register by calling the office.
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25% off – First time quilter to LBBC
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10% off – Person inviting a new quilter
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10% off – Returning quilter (been away 5+ years)
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MEET YOUR QUILT COORDINATORS
Sue Dukes – Spring Quilt Retreat Coordinator Host
Molly Fae Nash – Spring Quilt Retreat Co-Coordinator Host
Since retiring after 28 years as an Air Force nurse, Sue Dukes is embracing the role of Pastor’s Wife. She shares her passion for quilting with her mother and daughter and is often found quilting with or for her quilting friends and family in Minnesota, Ohio, and the Bahamas. Sue grew up 7 miles from Lake Beauty Bible Camp but now calls Fairborn, Ohio home. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from the University of Minnesota before transitioning into nursing. She is a certified APQS Longarm Quilter and claims her sewing studio to be her “happy place.” She has been attending LBBC Quilt Retreats for over 10 years and always looks forward to catching up with family and friends and meeting new people while quilting. Molly is a passionate creative. When she isn’t working at an international educational nonprofit, she can be found preforming in community theatre shows, traveling, and quilting. Molly Fae grew up all over the United States as the proud daughter of Air Force veterans. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Liberty University where she studied Visual Communication Arts and spent 5 years as a missionary after graduating college. During her time with the mission organization, she met her now husband, Tyler. Together they travel the world, recently having spent the second half of 2023 experiencing South America. The first quilt Molly Fae ever made was at 9 years old for a Girl Scout project, guided lovingly by her grandmother and donated to a veteran’s hospital. Molly Fae loves incorporating her arts background into her quilt designs and finds the most joy quilting when she is able to do it alongside her mom.
RETREAT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
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Check in begins at 10:00 AM. Lunch is served at 12:30 PM.
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Departure: Guests must be out of lodging by 12:00 PM on the last day but are welcome to sew until 4:00 PM.
QUILT ROOM ACCOMMODATIONS
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Experienced quilting instructors
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One 8-foot table, shared by 2 quilters
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Chairs available, or bring your own
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Comfortable sewing area, open 24 hours
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Valet service - Help unload/load your sewing supplies
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Several cutting and ironing stations located around the room
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Snack Table: Bring your favorite treats/snacks to share
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2 back up sewing machines are available if yours has issues
RETREAT FEATURES
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Sunday Show and Tell
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One-Stop Shop Hop
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Morning chapel and worship
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Complimentary hot beverages
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Easy access between lodging, sewing area, and dining hall
DEPOSIT
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$50 non-refundable deposit per person is required to register (online or by phone). Balance is due at check-in.
MEALS
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All meals are provided by our excellent kitchen staff.
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Please communicate any food allergies when you register or at least two weeks in advance.
HOUSING & LINENS
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We provide dormitory-style housing with rooms that accommodate 2-7 guests, more if upper bunks are used.
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The bathrooms are just down the hall.
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If you have mobility needs, we have eight main floor rooms that are set aside for guests with mobility needs.
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Linen sets are an option for those staying in Loon Lodge or Edlund Retreat Center for $25. Must be reserved in advance.
FOOD OR LODGING NEEDS
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Please communicate any food allergies or lodging needs when you register, or at least two weeks in advance.
CANCELLATION, REFUNDS, & TRANSFERS
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In case of cancellation, the $50 deposit is non-refundable. The registration is transferable if you are able to fill the space with a new guest for the same session. All other monies paid become non-refundable starting on the first day of the retreat.
FREE CLASSES FOR RETREAT GUESTS!
Information coming soon!
QUILT PROJECTS
Quilt Projects to be announced soon!
What Lake Beauty Quilters Love
Delicious meals: no cooking or dishes for you
Experienced quilting instructors
Comfortable & spacious sewing room
Friendly Lake Beauty staff
Encouraging morning chapel sessions
Show & Tell - Sharing your projects
Complimentary hot beverages
Easy access between buildings
Other Information
Capacity of 48 quilters.
Equipment and supplies
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2 back up sewing machines are available if yours has issues
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several side tables
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6 large ironing stations
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Irons, mats, and rulers
All recreational audio (music, podcasts, etc.) must be listened to through earbuds or headphones.
Smoking is permitted only outside of the buildings and in your personal vehicle.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted at any time on the grounds.
Please refrain from using perfumes, lotions and oils, and scented fabric starch.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Mobility needs? There are eight main floor rooms, which are held aside for guests with mobility needs. Guests may be asked to share a room.
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Food allergies? Help us help you by indicating food allergies when you register. Feel free to give our office a call before you arrive, as they are happy to answer your questions. 320-732-3218
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Roommate requests? When you register, list the first and last names of everyone you’d like housed in your room.
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Do I need to bring bedding? Yes. Bring pillows, bedding, towels and washcloths from home. Or you can register for a linen package which includes all bedding and a towel set for an additional $25 fee.
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Can I sew next to my friends? When you register, list the first and last names of everyone in your quilting group. We will do our best to accommodate your table assignments.
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Can I bring a small side table, pressing table or machine table? Yes.
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Who can attend? Women and girls, grade 7 through adult. We are not able to accommodate babies or children at quilt retreats.
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Will massages be offered? Yes! Offered on Saturdays. Choose a 30 minute ($40) or an hour long session ($80). Sign up a few days in advance by calling 320-732-3218 or when you arrive at camp. Payment by check or cash directly to massage therapist.
ONE-STOP SHOP HOP
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Saturday morning we will carpool to The Old Creamery Quilt Shop in Randall, MN arriving at 10am when the shop opens.
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Explore samples and check out the beautiful displays.
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Find something you just can't live without, and use your coupon!
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Lunch will be ready when we return.