Comments About A Stitcher's Retreat

Nothing speaks to the quality of our dedication to bringing you the best cross stitch experience available than the comments of stitchers who have attended our retreats! (Comments in red are the newest.)

To see a scrapbook commemoration prepared by an attendee of our retreats, click here.

• I had a great time again and I will definitely return. I can't think of anything to complain about except having to go back to reality!
• How do you continue to make our long awaited time of stitching, sharing, eating, and shopping even better each year? The memories are always so positive and warm. I always take away something to make my stitching better and even more, some life experiences your wonderful teachers have shared with us.
• The teachers were great! I came not knowing much about either teacher's designs and am now hooked on both! Not only were they wonderful teachers in class, but both made an effort to talk with all of us outside of class and are delightful people to get to know.
• Everything was absolutely wonderful about the inn. The teachers: Fantastic. Fabulous. Fun. Energetic. Talented. Creative. Wonderful. Personable. Friendly. Helpful. Knowledgable.
• This was my first time to attend one of your retreats and I didn't really know what to expect. This has been a great weekend for me. I loved the stitching and shopping and the friendliness of the other stitchers and designers. I am definitely coming back again next year!
• I was not that familiar with either of the teachers this year but I thoroughly enjoyed them both. I learned so much from them and they were both delightful.
• Loved the teachers. Loved the location. Loved the food. Loved the entertainment. Thank you, thank you, thank you for another GREAT retreat!
• The concert by Tom Scheidt was wonderful. I could have listened to him all night!
• What's not to love? As always, the classes and teachers were wonderful, but I would come to New Harmony again and again to stitch and breathe in the peace.
• Thank you for your work in keeping the art of cross stitch alive!
• The rooms were incredible! The beds super comfy, food terrific, all services A+! The town was very quaint and spiritual beyond description.
• I don't know how you do it! Every year I think, "It can't be better than last year's," but every year it is!
• Thank you, Randy, for a wonderful break from the real world of teenagers and work. I can always count on your retreats to be organized, fun, and relaxing with great teachers.
• What drew me to this particular retreat? The reputation of your retreats itself. The town and its wonderful history. The calmness, The shopping. The chocolate. It's my "me" time, wherever and whenever and with whichever teachers and classes. The camaraderie. And of course, Randy. You do a great job, Randy. Thank you so much.
• Lori of La-D-Da was delightful. Marsha and Elizabeth of Bent Creek were a hoot and lots of fun.
• As usual, another success! Thanks, Randy, for your great organizational skills. I've never been disappointed!
• As usual, you outdid yourself. I didn't realize how much I needed this. This is my third retreat and I have loved them all.
• What a wonderful place the New Harmony Inn is! The grounds were beautiful, the rooms quaint, and the food fabulous!
• Once again, a fantastic, wonderful, relaxing, peaceful experience! You have a special gift for knowing how to treat people and showing everyone a fun time. I can't wait to attend this every year and always hate for it to end!
• Both Bent Creek and La-D-Da were excellent. I had never had either one before and really enjoyed them. It is so nice to meet the designers behind the patterns that I love to stitch. As always, it was a great three days. Your retreats rejuvenate me!
• The retreat was great, as always. Your attention to detail is superb. I will be back.
• I have been to many cross stitch retreats and events. This was easily the best organized event I have ever attended!
• Four great classes with beautiful kits! Two nights in luxurious surroundings! Fantastic meals! A great concert! Time with fellow cross stitchers! What a great value for the money!
• Both La-D-da and Bent Creek were excellent. They provided projects I will actually make!
• The value of attending A Stitcher's Retreat far exceeded the money spent. What better thing to invest in than myself, and my time at your retreat was truly special. You can't put a price tag on such a great experience.
• Your retreat recharged me as a stitcher. I felt very uplifted in a spiritual way by your retreat.
• Worth every penny! The food was spectacular, the classes very informative and enjoyable.
• As usual, the concert was something happy and uplifting!
• What a treat and privilege to actually meet and spend time with the designers one-on-one. They were so open and friendly.
• I really loved Lori's [of La-D-da] personality as much as I love her designs.
• Fantastic retreat as usual. Thanks for another great cross stitch experience. You sure know how to treat a lady!
• I registered for your retreat based on the strength of your reputation alone! I wasn't familiar with any of the teachers and actually chose one at random. What a delight! I learned more about the history of samplers and their importance to the world of cross stitch than I ever imagined!
• Great concert! Both the music and the humor they used were a joy.
• I had a wonderful time. Before coming, I had no idea that such a thing as a cross stitch retreat even existed. I will definitely come back.
• Both teachers were fabulous!!! It was great to have two teachers with such diverse styles. I learned a lot.
• This getaway has been absolutely wonderful! Don't change a thing!
• Randy, you are great and it was a great retreat. Everything was so upbeat!
• Excellent organization and surroundings! Classes were fun, educational, and were great projects.
• I had such a great time at the retreat. All of the teachers and kits were fabulous. I enjoyed the inn and never left a scrap of food because the meals were all so good. Your recommendations for things to see in the area were appreciated. I can't wait till next year.
• Wonderful! Fantastic! You outdid yourself as usual!
• Another great retreat. It's fun to come back and see friends from prior retreats and reconnect. It is always a fun time to be together with the girlfriends and learn what is new in the world of stitching. Thank you!
• Thanks for a fantastic retreat. Everything was great, from the room, food, classes, teachers, and entertainment, you've outdone yourself again. I don't know how you keep up the variety of all your retreats. We will definitely be back!
• The retreat was wonderful. My only complaint: Wish it could have lasted forever!
• What a difference it is to attend a professionally run retreat. It was wonderful! I loved it all!
• Your selection of teachers is always top notch. I believe to grow as a stitcher you always have to try something new, and your retreats enable me to do just that, and in ideal circumstances and wonderful locations. Thank you!
• Excellent on all levels. Not one complaint!
• The whole weekend was exceptional. I have never enjoyed a vacation as I did this weekend!
• Randy, you did an outstanding job organizing the retreat! You are friendly, accommodating, and well organized. Great job!
• After seven years of The Spirit of Cross Stitch, this was phenomenal! Wonderfully relaxing--so peaceful.
• I had a wonderful time. You guys sure know how to throw a party! It was wonderful meeting you and learning so many new things!
• As always Bent Creek was just the best: funny, friendly, knowledgeable, and just so cute together. La-D-da was a joy to meet and she taught so much with her pieces. Her charts and extras were just so beautiful. She did so much work above and beyond the charts; the fabric and alphabets were just over the top!
• Another well organized, wonderful retreat. New Harmony is charming, the food exceptional, and the retreat superb. You have again exceeded our expectations!
• Another great retreat! I really enjoy getting away when I'm not in charge of anything! The food is always superb and your choice of designers is always interesting (and a good mix). Thanks also for your generous plugs for the cross stitch shops!
• The concert was very peaceful. Beautiful voices and very relaxing. A great way to end a long day!
• It was nice to see New Harmony in the fall. This was my fourth retreat with you, so the reputation and quality of your retreats are without question!
• The concert was so uplifting I ended up staying up late to stitch!
• It was a wonderful experience. Great teachers, comfortable surroundings and a well planned agenda. In addition, you gave us the gift of time. We will always remember this escape with fondness.
• What a wonderful retreat! I enjoyed every aspect of the weekend. The classes, teachers, and designs were perfection! Thanks for all the time and effort you put into the retreats to make them so very special!
• Thank you for all of your obvious care and consideration. The work you put into your retreats and your attention to detail are very evident. It makes for a very relaxing experience for the stitchers.
• Randy, you always do a wonderful job of putting these events together!
• Some of the best things about New Harmony: relaxing, no traffic, no phones, no noise!
• I almost didn't come to the concert. I would have missed a truly enjoyable event! It was great and I was delighted it was included in the retreat.
• This was a wonderful retreat!!! The concert was fantastic, as were the classes and the inn. What a relaxing, enjoyable time all around!
• New Harmony is the perfect spot for your retreats. It's quaint, quiet, and good for the soul.
• The teachers were excellent, informative, and very outgoing and friendly. The evening concert was very enjoyable and relaxing. Thank you for such a wonderful time.
• It was a pleasure to learn from such enthusiastic and competent teachers!
• Thank you for one of the nicest few days I've had. I was looking for some time to relax and just "Be"--this is just too wonderful!  

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