Work in Progress January February 2016

I have been working on 2 large projects over the past few weeks.  They are both a combination of applique and thread painting (free machine embroidery).
The waterfall is finished and is being blocked at the moment.  It will eventually be framed. 70 cm x 40 

Waterfall in progress

Before the main falls are added

The finished waterfall

My Lizard, not sure why I started doing a lizard, has been interesting to do.  Totally different to what I have done before. Definitely different to cats and dogs.  He still has some finishing to do so will post a finished shot at a later date. 75 cm x 75 cm 

The back of the lizard showing the stitching.  It is very like a pencil sketch.

Where did 2015 go -- Welcome 2016.

2015 was a very busy year for Russellee BnB both from the BnB side and the Craft Retreat side.  We had the largest number of people staying at the BnB during the year than we ever had in any of the past 13 years we have been operating.  We also had 10 groups of crafters, (card makers, quilters and scrap bookers) as well as our Quilting Cruise in February and Bali Quilting Retreat in July/August.

  

2016 is shaping up to be another busy year.  To-date we have 10 groups booked in with many as repeat bookings and new ones as well.  Unfortunately our 2016 Quilting Cruise was cancelled due to the Australian $ exchange rate with US $.  However, Russellee is having a five day ‘Quilting Cruise without the Boat’ in place of the cruise in February. The teachers and classes are the same as offered on the Cruise.  This retreat has filled very quickly; however, a couple of vacancies in some of the classes exist, with accommodation available in Tumut. Class information can be seen below.

Our Bali Quilting Retreat in September is almost full with only two spots available.  This two week retreat allows for the making of a personal batik fabric, time for sewing, the opportunity to see the culture of Bail and not to mention the fabrics.  Contact me if you are interested in sharing in this wonderful Quilting Retreat.

 

The BnB is also filling up with Easter fully booked.

Tony and I would like to thank all of those who supported us during 2015 with both the BnB and the Craft Retreats.  We look forward to catching up again in 2016.

Five Day Patchwork Retreat Filling Fast

Russellee BnB Craft Retreats Five Day Patchwork Retreat the 22nd - 25th February has been filling very fast.

Russelle's accommodation is fully booked for this. We now have ladies booking accommodation in Tumut which is a 6 minute drive for the Retreat and has several options available. This retreat has two 2 day workshops and a 1 day workshop with a bonus Mystery class on the Wednesday evening.

The cost of the five days is $300 and includes lunch each day. We have ladies coming from Sydney, Canberra as well as locally.

There are vacancies in the following classes.
Two day classes - 'Country Colours', 'The Brumby.', 'Dogwood Rose', 'Cordination and Contrast',.
The one day class - 'Braid Ruler Cover'. 'Baliy Island Hobo Bag or 'Travel Bag'.

Our class numbers are being kept small to allow plenty of individual tuition. If you are interested please contact me. The tutors are Chris Dowell from Toowoomba, QLD, Juanita Bugge, Melbourne Vic and Dorothy Clee of Russellee BnB Craft Retreats

Five Day Retreat at Russellee February 2016

FIVE Day Retreat 22^nd – 26^th February 2016

Monday to Friday

Relax and enjoy your love of patchwork on a five day retreat. The retreat will be in the comfort of a beautiful Ranch Style Bed and Breakfast set in a Parkland Garden only minutes from the picturesque town of Tumut, country NSW.

Options include:
Limited live in shared accommodation, meals, and tutor fees. Optional pre and post nights accommodation with breakfast available.

Day participant places are also available. Tumut has several accommodation options if you are travelling to the retreat.

 Workshop numbers are kept small to allow individual tuition to all participants so don’t miss out! A $50 non- refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your place.  Full payment must be made three weeks prior to the retreat.  Instalment payments are welcome.

We are offering a variety of classes however, you are most welcome to work on your own projects and help can be provided with these projects.

Tutors

Christine Dowell, Art Quilter Toowoomba Queensland

Juanita Buggé,  ‘Sewing Buddies’ Melbourne Victoria - An authorised Judy Niemeyer teacher

Dorothy Clee, Art Quilter and Thread Painter Tumut NSW

 

Retreat Cost

Five days of workshops, most meals and four nights shared accommodation $550.

Pre Retreat accommodation Sunday night with breakfast $55

Post Retreat accommodation Friday night with breakfast $55

Other pricing options please contact Dorothy russeldr@bigpond.com or 02 69474216.

Limited places book early

Sandy's Quilters October Retreat

Sandy's Quilters, eight lovely ladies from Canberra, were at Russellee for a quilting retreat on the weekend. It never ceases to amaze how much can be achieved on a two day retreat. The group worked on their own projects. Some were new and some were UFOs. A lot of larger quilt tops were achieved as well as some smaller projects
Russellee's  Retreat  calendar for 2016 is filling fast. If you have a group of ladies looking for a retreat venue please contact me.
Dorothy

Julie's Quilting Retreat

Last weekend Julie had a quilting retreat at Russellee Bed and Breakfast and Craft Retreats . Julie had nine lovely ladies from Canberra and surrounds. It never ceases to amaze me the variety of quilting projects the ladies work on. They ranged from large quilts, to table runners, fabric bowls and luggage tags. Next weekend I have a group of scrapbookers have a Christmas in July retreat.

Five Day February Retreat Workshops

Workshop No 1 22nd – 23rdh February choice of

Chris Dowell

Country Colours ‘Buddies Strip Quilt’ with optional appliqué Kits include Outback, Australia Bush, The Sea

Dorothy Clee

 ‘The Brumby’
This workshop is designed to teach simple techniques to create a stunning art quilt.
Suitable for the beginner to the advanced quilter. A kit is available.

Juanita Buggé

Judy Niemeyer Workshop. This workshop gives the option of a two day—Bali Fever, Fractured paint Box, Stepping or Five day workshop.– Paradise in Blue, Glacier Star, Mariners Compass

24th February 2016 
Choice of Baily Island Hobo Bag and a 22” Ruler Bag.  Kits available.

Workshop No 2 25th – 26th February choice of

Chris Dowel

‘Dogwood Rose’ This workshop features raw edge appliqué combined with piecing to create a shaped wall hanging. Suitable for the beginner – advanced.

Dorothy Clee
Coordination and Contrast
This workshop is designed incorporate panel prints or large scale prints. Suitable for the beginner to the advanced quilter.

Juanita is again offering the 2 day Judy Niemeyer Workshop and continuing the 5 day workshop. This workshop gives the option of —Bali Fever, Fractured Paint Box, Stepping Stones Kits available.

Mystery Workshop 23^rd February
Kits are provided for this workshop

 

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
14 Feb	Sydney	--	6:30 PM
15 Feb	Cruising	--	--
16 Feb	Cruising	--	--
17 Feb	Isle of Pines, New Caledonia	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
18 Feb	Noumea, New Caledonia	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
19 Feb	Lifou, Loyalty Island	8:00 AM	8:00 PM
20 Feb	Mystery Island, Vanuatu	8:00 PM	5:00 PM
21 Feb	Cruising	--	--
22 Feb	Cruising	--	--
23 Feb	Cruising	--	--
24 Feb	Sydney	6:00 AM	–