It’s a New ERA for Stitch and SightSee in Montana.

 

Laura Taylor invites you to participate in the ultimate blend of needlepoint, friendship and spectacular scenery!

June 8 – 15, 2024
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Whitefish, Montana

Here’s the situation:

After my long awaited, in person return to needlepoint market, I was incredibly excited and inspired by so many new designs. Bottom line, I couldn’t pick just one!
I came home with a case full of great canvases and not enough time to schedule classes and teach them all.

Now, here’s the “swift” solution:

I’m making the call to offer not one, but four different canvases during the 3 days of class during the retreat. That’s right – You now get to choose between four absolutely fantastic designs!

Retreat Canvases

Poppies Revisited
From PLD Designs

On 18 or 13 mesh

Fresh Flowers in Blue Vase
from Alice Peterson Co.

Fritham Mill
from Maggie Co.

Cock a Doodilie Doo
from Zecca

Class will be taught by Laura Taylor.

Laura is a nationally acclaimed Needlepoint Instructor with over 20 years of experience in teaching project workshops, canvas embellishment and technique classes. Her reach extends from in-person workshops to weekly classes and project events held virtually, on Zoom.

Classroom assistance by Fay Haverly

Talk about a great experience! Here’s what you’ll get to enjoy:

Inspired by the grand lodges of bygone days, with all of the conveniences of a modern day resort, the Lodge at Whitefish Lake has returned a sense of leisure and grace to the Montana travel experience. The Lodge, with its glorious views of the mountains and Whitefish Lake, provide the perfect setting for our stitching retreat. Guest rooms in several categories including single bed, double bed and condos, have been blocked at reduced rates for our event.

The Lodge will honor these rates both before and after our event to extend your vacation. Book the room that’s best for you!

A block of rooms has been set aside at the Lodge at Whitefish Lake.

Room rates range from $289 to $949 per night, depending on room type (single, suite, condo, etc), location, bed type and view. Tax and local accommodation taxes are additional. The Lodge is ready to accept reservations. You will be given the reservation code when your deposit is received. Don’t delay in making room reservations. Rooms are booked first come/first served.

You will need a special code to receive the discounted room rates. I will provide that only after your deposit is received.

What’s included in the Stitch and SightSee package:

  • Stay at the gorgeous Lodge at Whitefish Lake in Whitefish, Montana
  • Welcome Reception on Saturday June 8
  • Kick off Breakfast on Sunday, June 9
  • 3 days of needlepoint class with Laura Taylor teaching all four canvases as shown
  • Hand-painted needlepoint canvas mounted on stretcher bars
  • Complete thread and materials kit to stitch the project
  • Stitch guide, printed on high quality paper with clear diagrams and precise instructions for every area on the canvas
  • ½ day Canvas Embellishment or Trouble-Shooting with Laura Taylor! Stitcher’s Choice! Send a photo of the canvas you want to work on to Laura. She will suggest threads for you to bring to Montana. During class you will work on stitches and thread placement for your individual piece.
  • Catered Lunch on each day of class
  • Goodie bags and surprises!

Most important, we will enjoy another over-the-top needlepoint experience and getaway!

We are going to SightSee!

The SightSee activities for 2024 have not yet been confirmed. In the past, activities have included a tour of Glacier National Park aboard the Historic Red Buses, a night at the Rodeo, a visit to a local Clydesdale Sanctuary, a Sunset Cruise on Whitefish Lake, just to name a few. Information about the optional events and activities will be sent to each registered participant at a later date.

Cost for Stitch and SightSee in Montana 2024:    $2625.00

This includes all teaching fees and expenses associated with needlepoint class, meeting space, welcome reception, kick off breakfast, lunches and dessert on class days for one participant.
Guests may join for non-needlepoint events at an additional fee.

Not included:
The SightSee activities for 2024 have not yet been confirmed. In the past, activities have included a tour of Glacier National Park aboard the Historic Red Buses, a night at the Rodeo, a visit to a local Clydesdale Sanctuary, a Sunset Cruise on Whitefish Lake, just to name a few. Information about the optional events and activities will be sent to each registered participant at a later date.

Also not included:
Airfare, ground transportation, hotel and associated charges, gratuities, meals (except Welcome Reception, Welcome Breakfast, Lunch and Dessert on 3 class days), tours and additional events.

Please note: In the event the retreat cannot take place due to government restrictions on travel or group events, the stitching class will take place virtually on Zoom. In that case, all materials will be mailed to each participant.

Due to the custom nature of many of the items that we order for this event, refunds cannot be given if you decide not to attend. However, should Laura Taylor cancel, your payment, less fees for needlepoint supplies and costs, will be refunded in full.

Canvas selection must be made by December 15!

Can’t make it to Montana but don’t want to miss out?

Synchronized Stitching!
Synchronized Stitching! Once again, Laura will teach the retreat canvases in person, in Whitefish and simultaneously on Zoom for the ultimate integrated needlepoint class experience.

Cost to participate in Stitch and SightSee in Montana on Zoom 2024: $1575.00

This includes the canvas, complete thread and materials kit, stretcher bars and tacks, custom spiral bound stitch guide written by Laura Taylor, all teaching fees, all of the amazing goodies and gifts we give to on-site participants and shipping.

Want to attend? Sign up right away!

Here’s what you need to do:

Email your confirmation to Laura@LauraTaylorAtHome.com
Indicate whether you would like to join on Zoom or join us in person, in Whitefish, Montana
Tell me which canvas you want to work on ~ Canvas selection must be made by December 15!
Please include your shipping address
Send your non-refundable $900 deposit

Electronic payments: Please say reimbursement for travel in the memo!
Payments may be sent via:
Venmo: Laura-Taylor-333
Zelle: (818)746-7290
or Mail a Check:  Laura Taylor, 4343 Natoma Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Your spot is not guaranteed without receipt of your non-refundable deposit!

The balance of the participation fee is due by April 1, 2024