Retreat Happenings ...

I don't even know where to begin.

There are so many things happening right now.

So let us get started.

 

First up - and the deadline is rapidly approaching.
Remember this post?
YOU could win a free weekend just by
submitting a 12x12 layout.
June 1 is the deadline so hurry, hurry, hurry!

Next up is Greater American Scrapbook Convention.
Look for Whitworth Ranch Retreat
on Thursday, June 18 through Saturday, June 20.
Bring this 20% off coupon to book a retreat.
Stacy is offering you a discount on your first retreat.



20% Off If you book a full retreat during GASC 2015. Offer expires on Saturday June 20, 2015. Deposit of $250 is due at time of booking.  Thank you!  Whitworth Ranch Retreat *full booking is 8-18 guests*  Can only be used on remaining 2015 dates

Stacy has started THREE new retreat blogs.

Be sure to check them out:

The first one will give you a peek into some of the memories out at the ranch.

http://ranchmemories.blogspot.com/

 

Everybody loves Stacy's cooking!

She has been diligently working on her first retreat cookbook.

You will get to see some of her favorite recipies

as well as a glimpse into some of the food served at art events.

http://myretreatkitchen.blogspot.com/

 

And speaking of art events,

I highly recommend this blog.

http://ourartevents.blogspot.com/

 

Whitworth Ranch Retreat offers workshops, classes and special art events.

If you are interested in learning new techniques,

learning how to repurpose items,

meeting new friends with your same passion, then this is a must.

 

Karen Hillman has hosted several events out at the ranch,

the most recent being Serendipi-TEA.

 

This blog showcases upcoming art events.

Check them out and get with Stacy as soon as possible to sign up.

Seating is limited and open spots will not last, I guarantee it.

 

Wicked Tea, hosted by Cindy Mayfield from Paper Cowgirls,

will be held on October 15-18.
Tammy Lee will be teaching you how to create an Explosion Box.

Vicki Stevenson will also be teaching.

A full list of projects and details to be announced soon.

 

Shanna Noel with Illustrated Faith and Tracy Pounds with The Little Blue House

are coming to Whitworth Ranch Retreat October 22-25.

Shannon will be teaching several classes.

You will learn how to journal in your bible, scripture, worship and more.

Tracy will hold two great technique workshops as well.

 

Speaking of The Little Blue House,

the Holiday Pickers Retreat

will be November 12-15.

Projects will be announced soon.

 

Vintage Christmas Art Event will be a four-day workshop

with several projects and many techniques being taught.

The dates are December 4-8.

This is a Canton First Monday Trade Days weekend.

 

Details, photos, supply lists and costs for all projects will be published soon.

Instructors for this event are:

Julie Watkins - details coming soon

Marie Whitworth - details coming soon

Sarah Hemphill - needle keep

Stacy Seely - altered silver service pin cushion

Me, Sue Kosec - Christmas ornament and cards - details coming soon

Tracy Pounds - altered old world Christmas clock

 

Stacy will serve High Tea at each of these Art Events

and the retreat will be decorated to the nines.

Oh - and you just know the food will be wonderful!

 

Looking forward to seeing you at these events.

I just know you'll have the best time and create memories.

Lastly, have you retreated at Whitworth?
I would love to have you be a Featured Guest right here.
Please let me know if you would be interested.

 

Remember one thing:  YOU matter.  See you next time.

Hey, hey, hey. We have a CONTEST going on!!!!!!!!!!

That's right.

A contest.

 

Know what that means???????

 

That means you could WIN a FREE weekend retreat

for you and one friend.

 

Here's all you have to do.

 

Submit just one 12x12 layout of you

or your friends/family

while you're having fun crafting.

 

The photo can be taken at your home,

your friend's home, while on a retreat, a class,

or while at a convention crop.

 

Mail your entry to:

Whitworth Ranch Retreat

11582 Willis Lane

Scurry, TX  75158

 

The deadline is June 1

and the winner will be announced right here.

 

Oh - and while you visit the Facebook page,

be sure to "like" it

because we'd sure appreciate it.

 

All entries will be hung at the retreat for inspiration

so book now so that you and your friends can see your work on display.

(Click on 'Available Retreat Dates' above to schedule YOUR retreat date!)

 

Are you receiving the retreat newsletters?

If not, send Stacy your e-mail address

so you don't miss out on updates, retreat specials

and future contests.

 

One more thing ...

Are you planning on going to Greater American Scrapbooking Convention?

If so, please look for us because we'll be there
on Thursday, June 18 through Saturday, June 20.
Bring this 20% off coupon to book a retreat.

Save 20% Visit us at Great American Scrapbook Convention. Book a remaining retreat date in 2015 and receive a 20% discount on groups up to 18 guests.  Must be used between 06/18-06/20.

Within the next week, I'll be featuring one more guest.
You'll enjoy meeting Susan Hahaj
and seeing the wonderful photos of her creations and her happy place.

Remember one thing:  YOU matter.  See you next time.