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Find all the news and views about Gitta's Getaways!Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.comBlogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-84194657454961421392013-05-10T23:17:00.001-04:002013-05-10T23:23:09.627-04:00Another successful RetreatToday was the first day that I have had off in the many weeks following Gitta's Getaway Retreat (I need another getaway already). It was raining all day; I couldn't have asked for better weather to stay at home and work on posting the photos from this year's retreat.<br />
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Upon arriving at the Hotel, our attendees were greeted with smiles and their Welcome Package filled with many goodies from our sponsors and a souvenir kit as a reminder of an awesome weekend.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOXS21NdM0Qu5_LJL0MoeKp14Zma6QeedCw9fqZDbKABGYafKDi3rEd7xU90HicftFhEkzpqNSYBQL7D6NYSIBXuGb-nIpAQi9H0FQq98z1tmPhhs9ONRf2sHx1hr7F-z5nSOYDPgbdBvP/s1600/57.Souvenier+gift.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOXS21NdM0Qu5_LJL0MoeKp14Zma6QeedCw9fqZDbKABGYafKDi3rEd7xU90HicftFhEkzpqNSYBQL7D6NYSIBXuGb-nIpAQi9H0FQq98z1tmPhhs9ONRf2sHx1hr7F-z5nSOYDPgbdBvP/s200/57.Souvenier+gift.JPG" width="200" /></a><br />
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Everyone had also been asked to bring a stitched item that we could display for everyone to enjoy, as part of our "Project Parade". They were all beautifully finished and all held special meaning to their stitcher.<br />
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This display of the Project Parade was set up by the time all the attendees arrived in our stitching lounge for the Pajama Party. <br />
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The Pajama Party, Friday evening, was the start of another awesome weekend.<br />
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With all the fabulous donations from our suppliers we were able to play many games, both for an opportunity to get to know each other and to win prizes of course.<br />
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On Saturday we began our day with a delicious breakfast in the Hotel's Breakwater Restaurant. The sun was shining and we had beautiful views overlooking the Credit River.<br />
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Once back in our stitching lounge we started the day with our Exclusive workshop.<br />
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After lunch we continued with the workshop, working on the scissor case. First was a lesson on the Continental (Tent) stitch, as the scissor is stitched in the Continental stitch. The remainder of the case was then also stitched in Bargello.<br />
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portion of the case would have to be completed at home. Since the
weekend I have heard from 2 of our attendees. They have competed their
stitching and have even restitched the case pattern minus the scissor
motif for the backing of the case.<br />
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Saturday evening began with our Banquet Dinner. The food was delicious as always, the prizes were numerous, and the company was wonderful. But this by no means was the end of our weekend. </div>
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I thoroughly enjoyed myself this year. By holding only the Retreat, the weekend was truly relaxing, and a wonderful opportunity for all of us to bond and chat with one another.</div>
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The weekend would also not be as much fun without all of our games and prizes, and these would not be possible without all the donations from our generous sponsors. All the prizes were made possible due to these suppliers:</div>
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Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-3490247995038295172013-04-05T06:05:00.000-04:002013-04-09T19:42:54.528-04:00Welcome !!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today is the DAY !! Welcome ladies to a fabulous weekend of stitching, luxury suites, good food, games, prizes, and meeting new friends.<br />
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When you arrive at the hotel, Gitta's staff will greet you with your Welcome package. The Welcome package is a Maggie B bag filled with lots of goodies. Some of these items have been donated by:<br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c;"><b>H.A Kidd (DMC, Gutterman, Klasse), Kreinik, LoopyLou Designs, Sue Hillis Designs, Riolis, Weeks Dye Works, Zweigart and Gitta's.</b></span><br />
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In this Welcome package you will also find a kit, "Stitching Friends", that Kathrin designed as our special Souvenir gift to you. She has finished it into a needlecase with beaded trim. All instructions and finishing supplies are included. Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-11428308695678764792013-03-27T17:57:00.005-04:002013-04-01T22:23:00.483-04:00Getaway Goodies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I received a wonderful surprise in the mail today. Having thought that all the supplier donations had arrived, you can imagine my delight. Gloriana Silks has always been very generous every year, and this year is no exception. She has sent several fibre packs, each with a collection of her various fibres. I generally use these beautiful fibre packs as the prizes for our Name Tag Contest.<br />
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So I hope you have all worked hard on your nametags!! Good luck to you all. <br />
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There are so many other wonderful prizes to be won, and as our attendance is low this year everyone is sure to go home with a nice stash.<br />
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Our suppliers have been <span style="font-size: small;">soooooo</span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"></span></span> generous !!!!</div>
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Those suppliers that have donated to make our Getaway memorable are :</div>
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Alessandra Adelaide</div>
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Caron Collection</div>
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Ehrman Needlepoint</div>
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Elizabeth Bradley Needlepoint</div>
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Gloriana Silks </div>
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H.A. Kidd ( Canada's DMC distributor)<br />
Hearthside Craftworks </div>
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Hoffman Distributor</div>
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Ink Circles </div>
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Linda Meyers Designs</div>
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LoopyLou </div>
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Notions Marketing (Laurel Burch bag)</div>
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If anyone would still like to join us for a weekend of fun and stitching, there's still time!!! </div>
Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-16420850673175191002013-03-15T21:10:00.002-04:002013-03-15T21:10:31.791-04:00The Weekend's Meal PlanAll our meals at Retreat are prepared by the chef of the Breakwater Restaurant. The Breakwater is the only restaurant in Mississauga to have a 3.5 star rating from <i>Toronto Life</i>, the <i>Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator</i> and a <i>CAA 4 Diamond Award.</i><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Friday evening</b></span></span> during our Pajama Party we will enjoy chicken skewers, stuffed Mini Pitas, Spring rolls, Hummus, and more. Also brought back by popular demand are the warm home backed cookies at 10pm.<br />
<i><br /></i><span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Saturday </b></span></span>morning we will enjoy a "Farmers breakfast" in the Breakwater Restaurant<i>. </i>With it's floor to ceiling windows we will have great views of the Port Credit marina and the Credit River.<i></i><br />
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For Lunch we will have a market fresh soup, salad, and a selection of assorted Paninis. The dessert is my absolute favourite and brought back by popular demand - <span class="st"><em>Crème brûlée</em></span>.<br />
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Afternoon Tea will be held in our Stitching lounge.<br />
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For <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Saturday's Banquette dinner</span></b> </span>you will have some decisions to make.<i></i><br />
There is a choice between French Onion soup with french baquette and gruyere cheese OR Caesar Salad with crispy bacon, shaved parmesan cheese and anchovy dressing.<br />
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Then there is a choice between Thyme & lemon marinated Grilled Chicken Supreme, Veal Tenderloin medallions, OR seared Atlantic Salmon.<br />
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And lets not forget dessert - Cranberry Cheesecake.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #76a5af;">Sunday Morning</span></b></span> we will awake to hot coffee and fresh muffins. Just something light to tide us over until 10:30am when we will enjoy the Breakwater's fabulous Sunday Brunch lasting 4 hours.<i></i><br />
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<i>Delish, can't wait...</i>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-22110421572004114102013-03-08T19:51:00.000-05:002013-03-08T19:51:54.620-05:00Room Upgrade Winners<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Winners of the Early Bird draw this year are </div>
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Linda C. and Catherine B. </div>
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Congradulations ladies your rooms will be upgraded to either a Penthouse or King Suite.</div>
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If you would like to view more photos of the luxurious accommodations at the<br />
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Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-42412512077521236062013-02-26T22:28:00.000-05:002013-02-27T10:37:57.753-05:00Exclusive Workshop<div style="text-align: center;">
Here is a sneak peek at the fibres used in this year's exclusive workshop</div>
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Moreover, as in previous years, guessing the workshop is our first game of the weekend. Two techniques will be covered during the workshop. Guess the techniques and you could win a prize. One winner will be drawn from all the correct ballots submitted. Ballots must be submitted at check-in on Friday, April 5th. Good Luck!!</div>
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This Friday is our <b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #134f5c;">Early Bird Draw deadline</span></span></b>.</div>
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We will draw winners Saturday morning, from all those registered by midnight Friday.<br />
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So if you have not yet registered there is still time.</div>
Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-24048579190462477712013-02-13T16:15:00.001-05:002013-02-13T16:15:56.823-05:00Best of both worlds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have had many inquiries from those living close to the Waterside Inn, wanting to attending Gitta's Retreat, but sleep at home. My first thought had been how can you have a true relaxing weekend if you go home each night. After giving it another thought, and of course checking with the hotel, this year Gitta's Getaway will evolve to a new level.<br />
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For those of you wanting to participate in a pampered weekend of stitching, relaxing, playing games, winning prizes, great food, attending an exclusive workshop, and making new stitching friends, but sleep at home - No Problem. At the end of the evening as some of us will retire to our hotel suites, you now also have the option of heading home and then rejoining the rest of us in the morning for breakfast and all the day's activities.<br />
This of course will also save you the cost of a hotel suite. The new Registration Form reflects this third option. Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-72527547238027945192013-01-23T13:10:00.000-05:002013-01-23T13:10:11.953-05:00Not much longer!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I can't believe 2 months have gone by since my last post. As we get closer to the Getaway, I am getting a little frantic even though I have been busy preparing and planning. Much has been accomplished and many of the very generous donations from our suppliers are arriving. So far, we have received goodies from<br />
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Sue Hillis Designs, Collonial Needle, Beth Russell Needlepoint, Ehrman Needlepoint, Needlepoint Inc Silks, Caron Collection, and Wichelt. Plus many more have promised to send something for Retreat. Yeah !!!<br />
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If you have not yet signed up, don't forget that the Early Bird Draw is Friday March 1st.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-12694979360504777852012-11-12T22:43:00.000-05:002012-11-12T22:43:21.930-05:00Registration now open!!Over the last few months several events have greatly weighed on me. Having put much thought into and worked through some of my concerns regarding next year, I am happy to announce that Gitta's 4th Annual Getaway Retreat will be held over the weekend of April 5th - 7th, 2013. It will follow much of the same game plan as previous years - games, prizes, great food, luxurious accomodations, wonderful company, an exclusive workshop, and surprises for which you will need to be patient. It is however, with heavy heart that the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace will not be held in conjunction with the Getaway next year.<br />
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<span class="st">Do not </span>dispare, this will in no way dampen our fun. Many of my plans are already in the works, and the donations from Needlepoint Inc have already arrived.<br />
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See you in 4 months, 3 weeks, and 3 days. Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-44716616612606107622012-07-11T22:02:00.000-04:002012-11-12T22:18:28.714-05:00Plans for 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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2013 will be Gitta's 4th Getaway, and I have been trying to think of a theme to make this Retreat as memorable as the others have been. This theme will inspire the designs for our exclusive workshop, and souvenier fridge magnet/ornament kit (that has always been one of Gitta's gifts to our attendees). As the Waterside Inn is located by the Lake, one of the obvious themes I have been considering is "Water". What makes this such a wonderful theme, is that so much can be found on the surface and even more below, so don't assume the designs will only be blue, or filled with sailboats. Remember, lily pads and frogs live in water too (and green after all is one of my favourite colours). But before I get locked into one mindset, I would love to hear from you. If you love the theme or have another in mind, please leave a comment.<br />
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During our Getaway's exclusive workshop Carol Arsenault, our instructor, had commented that if even just one of us gets hooked on Stumpwork she will have been successful. Well, Monika J. finished hers during the week after Retreat. She has even bought several Stumpwork books and has incorporated stumwork critters into her "Nature" quilt. <br />
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Kim B. also finished her Tea Cup upon returning home, and has sent photos of her finished pincushion. Kim even elaborated on the design to make it her own.<br />
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If anyone else has finished their Tea Cup Pincushion and would like to share it with the rest of us, email a photo and I will post it.</div>
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This year's Getaway once again followed a very successful and proven agenda, but with it's own unique surprises to make it another memorable year. On Friday all our retreaters were welcomed with a MaggieB bag filled with wonderful treasures donated by Gitta's very generous suppliers. We later started our evening with a Designer Meet & Greet, pizza & chicken skewers, and playing "get to know each other" games. We played Bingo, completed a Designer matching game, and ended the evening with a "Guess the Teddy Bear" Trivia and a Pajama contest - and all winners were rewarded with prizes. But in between all the games, we had our "Teddy & Me Tea Party" workshop.<br />
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Our workshop project was a Tea Cup pincushion. The floral top was embroidered with some of the flower's petals done in stumpwork. Carol was an excellent instructor and made it all seem very straight forward and easy. She stayed for the weekend, answered all our questions, and finished her workshop on Saturday at afternoon Tea. Thank you, Carol, for all your wonderful insight and tips. You took the "stumped" out of Stumpwork!!!!!<br />
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Every year we have had decadant warm cookies later in the evening for that sugary boost. This year, with Gitta's Birthday being on the Friday we all enjoyed decadent Birthday cake - Blueberry Cheesecake and Chocolate Fudge. I had to have one of each - absolutely to die for!!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmRd36mRQ-_EKtJedI6-JRhuoKGM4hXqg7VCE4XoC2fhmR4uNjmbXfn0gTn-4DAuPdbdBSl_tC8S4bjdnM6BLc6mP7s3NiOS1FDVjfdevcioNY33Gu4PzHw386bRE5Mqt5j-1vtePMHQ0m/s1600/4aIMG_0520.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmRd36mRQ-_EKtJedI6-JRhuoKGM4hXqg7VCE4XoC2fhmR4uNjmbXfn0gTn-4DAuPdbdBSl_tC8S4bjdnM6BLc6mP7s3NiOS1FDVjfdevcioNY33Gu4PzHw386bRE5Mqt5j-1vtePMHQ0m/s320/4aIMG_0520.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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The rest of the weekend was worry and chore free - stitching, chatting, playing more trivia games, winning prizes, and enjoying free access to the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace. </div>
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Saturday evening, at our Banquet Dinner, Carol once again held our complete attention with her inspiring words, encouraging us all to devote our time to those projects we feel most passionate about.</div>
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During dinner we played our traditional word game - this year's phrase was "Collaboration Sampler" - the winning table found 514 words contained within the phrase. Congatulations ladies.</div>
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The winners of our Nametag contest were also revealed after the dinner, names were drawn for 5 Grand prizes, everyone received a gift package, and someone at each table won the table centre piece - a Bouquet of needleart Goodies. </div>
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There is much work that goes into a weekend such as this, and I want to take this chance to thank everyone involved in making this weekend the success that it was. </div>
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First off, I would like to thank YOU, all our attendees; </div>
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Next I would like to thank the Waterside Inn. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1Nb9U3RAsTRGy36A7p4tgC3s8oEhDVW4OPnuIidLMcmmFoqlVGzbvnTOrh_hmtulOsFACLlcWxukRY8Z1J0l4xoZ8XT9fFmu5WjMuVXIq8uX81LyugvPo5dcuaqJG4J35wv86vZExZv2G/s1600/19.+Tony.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1Nb9U3RAsTRGy36A7p4tgC3s8oEhDVW4OPnuIidLMcmmFoqlVGzbvnTOrh_hmtulOsFACLlcWxukRY8Z1J0l4xoZ8XT9fFmu5WjMuVXIq8uX81LyugvPo5dcuaqJG4J35wv86vZExZv2G/s200/19.+Tony.jpg" width="131" /></a> The staff goes well beyond their job description and service expectations to ensure we are all happy and want for nothing. Tony the night manager, was our evening contact again this year. He put on quite the show for us, when we asked him to once again take our group photo. He had us laughing so hard we were almost in tears. <b>Thank you again for a wonderful experience. </b></div>
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And lastly a much appreciated thank you goes to our suppliers. I was blown away this year with their generousity and the wonderful products they donated for our Getaway, making this weekend even more memorable. And these generous companies & designers were:</div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7ulOwuzW25S4b4aVNVCc-_iyAosCdvtOlMMdsBgCr16r-TjkwIPb6I8JkzMn1lOtjshLL_kus14qP1HZjtiqBzbix6IjbMqW1o9ZwG_D1ZMjj786c1Q_v20MXH0d_HE53JziKd6HQcqvR/s1600/T&M+Stumpwork+-finished.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-40064131453161778232012-04-06T19:01:00.000-04:002012-04-06T19:01:48.559-04:00See you next week<div style="color: #b45f06; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Only 7 more sleeps until Gitta's Getaway retreat. </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">I thought a final check list might be a great help while packing for the weekend.</div><br />
<b style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;">1)</span></b> What is a Pajama Party & sleep over without your favourite Teddy Bear. And being that this year we also have a Teddy & Me Tea party workshop, why not bring your favourite Fuzzy Wuzzy. But that is not to say, it specifically has to be a Teddy bear. Here are my two! But sadly one will have to stay home. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #b45f06;">2)</span></b></span> You will also need some awesome PJ's or flannels, fuzzy slippers, and anything else you would like to wear for Friday night's Pajama Party. Each hotel suite has luxurious bathrobes, just incase you do not want to be seen in your PJ's as you make your way to the stitching lounge. So no excuses!<br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;"><b>3)</b></span> Your Project Parade item. Every stitcher has a special project that they are extremely proud of or has special meaning. They will all be on display in the stitcher's lounge for all to enjoy and appreciate. <br />
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<b style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;">4)</span></b> Your Random Act of Kindness exchange item(s), if you wish to participate in the exchange.<br />
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<b style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;">5)</span></b> Your "Guess the Instructor" guess must be handed in at 6pm, at the start of our Pajama Party. So go through all the clues again, put them all together, and submit your best guess. Good Luck!!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">Have a Happy Easter and see you all next Friday.</span></span></div>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-20616100890479537552012-04-01T11:49:00.001-04:002012-04-01T11:54:46.773-04:00Guess the Instructor Clue #4<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdXuBBI5Vm2z0R9D3ti7g3TV2IiAwFlpIP-tamFHZwcbayMbk2htx6sn8sjIjfTRE5ASuC2BYYB-_zJiT2swBwAHla_dQpQ6VRuI_zAMyXwQtS0aKoS4hcBxKlJ8Q1bwO9UKWPTThEjwjC/s1600/workshop+clue.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdXuBBI5Vm2z0R9D3ti7g3TV2IiAwFlpIP-tamFHZwcbayMbk2htx6sn8sjIjfTRE5ASuC2BYYB-_zJiT2swBwAHla_dQpQ6VRuI_zAMyXwQtS0aKoS4hcBxKlJ8Q1bwO9UKWPTThEjwjC/s320/workshop+clue.jpg" width="76" /></a>Only 12 more sleeps and another Gitta's Getaway begins. How exciting! And this year will prove to be the best one of them all. Our suppliers have out done themselves this year, with fabulous gifts for everyone and others that will be drawn at random and used as game prizes. And, oh the games! The games will already begin at check-in. Speaking of that, here is your next clue for our first game, "Guess the Instructor" for our exclusive GG Workshop on Friday evening.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Clue #4: Not an Exhibitor</span></span><br />
Although, she has attended other shows and taught at guilds, she is NOT one of the exhibitors at the <a href="http://www.needleworkersmarketplace.com/">NeedleWorkers MarketPlace</a>. We will also have the pleasure of her company all weekend; she will stay over and join us as a Gitta's Stitching Wizard on Saturday.<br />
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The photo is a little snippet of her workshop project.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-65645843378256759102012-03-23T19:56:00.004-04:002012-03-23T20:01:57.081-04:00Guess the Instructor Clue #3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5ys6uxNS8CJReLs4QlK_hvoeaREke_IaF-Xjz9AIEZdke42WcbAz2biZGii269NJoTU-N8V5WZ0K7IvniDL5Ikw6BVWhxfAxZ39vrNzEEtGrwUa7tgUbewILE9isoSAjLot7FfmL7YPti/s1600/Cherry-Blossom-sprig1-300x187.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5ys6uxNS8CJReLs4QlK_hvoeaREke_IaF-Xjz9AIEZdke42WcbAz2biZGii269NJoTU-N8V5WZ0K7IvniDL5Ikw6BVWhxfAxZ39vrNzEEtGrwUa7tgUbewILE9isoSAjLot7FfmL7YPti/s320/Cherry-Blossom-sprig1-300x187.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Clue #3: Inspired by Nature</span></div><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;">Taking her inspiration from nature, she makes her blossoms everlasting with needle and thread. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;">This picture is also a clue as to one of her most recognizable designs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Still stumped? Then you'll have to wait for Clue #4.</span>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-18348832705533366552012-03-17T15:03:00.000-04:002012-03-17T15:03:53.502-04:00Guess the Instructor Clue #2<div style="color: #351c75;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZ7hIiRNQaV9QYi3aGiOmDz5hE3sM9pTHfa-NjCMhsl2B7ws9fsO0_y9_vIDYAgM8EX-4dY7RjZEd-wYF6kwvreE5_Rr_r48s1Ur2HPkQ9ndVxSM_VDfKSNSRe8P9cvO_JRDgjPlq0itj/s1600/2012+workshop+CLue+%232.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;"> Clue #2: Tools of her trade!!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7MnFFPPTFjO6SDHVVqjmPD53bpKCRVBcwS7nh7Y-dRadG-zU5kec2r82HUA9TIs3ER3LbwbUvtRoXBXp-Di4RSv5czyxhECIg5QHtnMEOKP6nU5rOZAe0qoog0yp2k18curcwSw8I3MIt/s1600/2012+workshop+CLue+%232.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7MnFFPPTFjO6SDHVVqjmPD53bpKCRVBcwS7nh7Y-dRadG-zU5kec2r82HUA9TIs3ER3LbwbUvtRoXBXp-Di4RSv5czyxhECIg5QHtnMEOKP6nU5rOZAe0qoog0yp2k18curcwSw8I3MIt/s320/2012+workshop+CLue+%232.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>She requires more than just needle, fabric and thread to complete her craft; two scissors, one to cut thread and another to cut "cloth covered wire". Also necessary will be a hoop and tweezers. No symbol chart to follow, just an outline brought to live through free style creativity. Guess her specialty, and this combined with last weeks clue may help in solving her identity.<br />
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Don't forget your guess must be submitted at check-in on Friday, April 13th.<br />
Good luck, another clue will be posted next week.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-18847075115745758092012-03-09T20:59:00.000-05:002012-03-09T20:59:29.686-05:00What's for Dinner?<div style="text-align: center;">As last year, you have a choice of appetizer and Entree for the</div><div style="text-align: center;"> <u><b><big>Saturday night Banquet Dinner</big></b></u>.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Your selections must be in to us by March 20th. </div><br />
<b><i>Please choose a soup or salad:</i></b><br />
- Soup: Fire Roasted Red Pepper - with shaved Parmesan and chili<br />
- Soup: Potato and Leek - with chive sour cream and bacon lardons<br />
- Salad: Caesar Salad - Romaine Hearts, Crispy Bacon, Shaved Parmesan Cheese and Anchovy Dressing<br />
- Salad: Baby Spinach - Toasted Almonds, Fresh Black & Blueberries, Blue Cheese and Red Wine Vinaigrette<br />
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<b><i>Please choose an Entree:</i></b><br />
- Pork Tenderloin Medallions<br />
- Thyme and Lemon Marinated, then Grilled Chicken Supreme<br />
- Seared Atlantic Salmon<br />
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<span style="color: #009900;"><b><big></big></b></span>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-61259321152264884722012-03-09T20:42:00.000-05:002012-03-09T20:42:26.174-05:00Guess the Instructor Clue #1It's only 35 more sleeps until the Getaway. How exciting is that! Are you all packed? Or at least finished your Nametag?<br />
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The Getaway Exclusive Workshop will be held on the Friday evening. By guessing the identity of our workshop instructor/designer you can win a prize. Your guess must be submitted to us at Check-in on Friday, April 13th. One winner will be drawn from all the correct guesses. <br />
<span style="color: #6600cc;"><big><u><b>Clue #1:</b></u><br />
Born in England, living in Canada for the past 30 years, this designer has been published in several issues of A Needle Pulling Thread.</big></span><br />
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Drop by next week for Clue #2.<br />
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We may even open the doors and enjoy the fresh spring air.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">Only 7 more weeks until another great weekend. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">A weekend spent stitching with friends, and no cooking or cleaning.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">Is there anything better? See you there!!</span></div>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-52575486076515159582012-02-07T20:21:00.001-05:002012-02-09T09:18:27.310-05:00Stash, stash, and more stash !!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgxFBym-Eu88kcayi0ja8re8S7_keyxeHoj1OMHb-Iez9AMAQv9Uv0p-spGq0qDY5Vr0zgRiyx-fvRNWOWH6MO2PmII5db525rf0svmrI7XGFgy3f6iS0tF49PhE6FQt-bO_mNPu6XlhyR/s1600/Stash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgxFBym-Eu88kcayi0ja8re8S7_keyxeHoj1OMHb-Iez9AMAQv9Uv0p-spGq0qDY5Vr0zgRiyx-fvRNWOWH6MO2PmII5db525rf0svmrI7XGFgy3f6iS0tF49PhE6FQt-bO_mNPu6XlhyR/s320/Stash.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Every year I am blown away with the generousity of our suppliers. Part of our goodies from<span style="color: #134f5c;"> <span style="color: #741b47;">HAKidd</span></span><span style="color: #741b47;">,</span> the Canadian distributor for DMC arrived today. They sent so much stuff; and everything they sent they sent for each retreater. I was so thrilled that I just had to share some of the surprises that await Gitta's Getaway 2012 attendees. The gifts and prizes will not disappoint. Other designers that have already sent goodies are - <span style="color: #741b47;">Rosewood Manor, Ink Circles, Lizzie Kate, Vervaco, Gloriana Silk, Kreinik, Kelmscott, Gentle Art, Just Another Button Company and Silk & Ivory.</span> And there is still more to come from <span style="color: #741b47;">Zweigart, Threadworx, Victoria Sampler, Sweetheart Tree, Weeks Dye Works, Threadworx, and more. </span><br />
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Tomorrow I'm off to meet with our Events Co-ordinator at the Waterside Inn. This year's menu is now available and we will be finalizing our meals for the weekend.<br />
The Waterside Inn has a 5 star rating from the Toronto Star. The executive chef takes great care to provide a unique and exciting taste experience in an atmosphere of elegance and comfort. How devine !!!Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-673361318973247372012-01-16T19:37:00.000-05:002012-01-16T19:37:12.673-05:00And the Winner are . . .<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagWCFoFkpk0bGzM_P8icxAnFwix9LImfvzmZLpjTdFrgm83W4w0ukK9ZauPwqKf7C_zaTwwjdGf2vFv3gtdHHhqlDtgvt4zJpXicmvaiamWoGhh8M900cSVwSGy8hZ048afsOPUZ20WM_/s1600/Early+Bird+Draw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagWCFoFkpk0bGzM_P8icxAnFwix9LImfvzmZLpjTdFrgm83W4w0ukK9ZauPwqKf7C_zaTwwjdGf2vFv3gtdHHhqlDtgvt4zJpXicmvaiamWoGhh8M900cSVwSGy8hZ048afsOPUZ20WM_/s320/Early+Bird+Draw.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>Darlene came into the shop on Saturday and helped with the Early Bird draw. We had 20 people that had already registered for the Getaway. <br />
All 20 names were each written on a slip of paper and then with those in the shop at the time as witnesses, the names were drawn. Drum roll please!!<br />
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And the winners are ...... Barbara Salmon<br />
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Jean Clinton<br />
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Bonnie Hockings<br />
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Congratulations ladies, your rooms will be upgraded to either a 1 bedroom Penthouse or King suit.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-3587739375454107842012-01-07T23:36:00.000-05:002012-01-07T23:36:30.690-05:00The luxurious Penthouse Suit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEW9S1wvFWioaj-2DfR_dICuArdakYo1OjpBFg51lryryN7RUk0oPCXwUumXPs0dA57AgsADaBt-OXpGt14Fpe5to9lKV0pAvAXBMlrwQGExI7TBnomRU8L2pBQEpRLFDOkK98qLy0DiH/s1600/penthouse+suit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEW9S1wvFWioaj-2DfR_dICuArdakYo1OjpBFg51lryryN7RUk0oPCXwUumXPs0dA57AgsADaBt-OXpGt14Fpe5to9lKV0pAvAXBMlrwQGExI7TBnomRU8L2pBQEpRLFDOkK98qLy0DiH/s320/penthouse+suit.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;">Only 6 more days until the Early Bird Draw. </span></div>Everyone signed up for the Getaway by midnight on January the 13th will be entered into the draw. 3 lucky winners will have their rooms upgraded to either a Penthouse or King suit. <br />
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We had another sign up today, so as of today we already have 18 attendees, 17 of which are returning Retreaters. Remember there are limited spaces available.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-7728152501512610512011-11-24T12:12:00.002-05:002011-11-24T12:20:37.555-05:00Teddy & Me Tea Party Workshop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's about time that I post something again. The shop (<a href="http://www.gittas.com/">Gitta's</a>) always gets busy in the fall and this year is no exception. Although for the last few weeks I've been busy thinking and preparing for our Christmas Open House on December 3rd, I have also been working on the Getaway and the Needleworkers MarketPlace. I know its still 4 months 2 weeks and 6 days away, but great things can't be left to the last minute.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd44Un9-AbJ1IUH27NZIrwsB0NEwPv3gAGf2hmGdJhvRXYyQ-dOTvzl76JKRRmzUq2zjphzWAFurDaUV3T3mR9PdA7-f4DuKQdCxV-WVDkPvgOXgFrkr80fQ4EDIn4uVrsPOh4SFMUWAre/s1600/Tea+cup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd44Un9-AbJ1IUH27NZIrwsB0NEwPv3gAGf2hmGdJhvRXYyQ-dOTvzl76JKRRmzUq2zjphzWAFurDaUV3T3mR9PdA7-f4DuKQdCxV-WVDkPvgOXgFrkr80fQ4EDIn4uVrsPOh4SFMUWAre/s1600/Tea+cup.jpg" /></a>I'm very excited about the exclusive Teddy & Me Tea party workshop that will be offered to our retreaters. For the workshop, I wanted to offer a technique that not all of us have much experience with and then uniquely finishing it, other than simply framing it or turning it into an ornament. Not having much experience myself with this needleart form I have invited an expert to help in both the design and teaching. So not only will the project be a surprise, the instructor will be as well. She will join us for the pajama party, and take part in the Designer Meet & Greet displaying her own designs.<br />
For those of you that were at Gitta's 1st retreat in 2010, you will remember that guessing our Secret designer will be rewarded with a prize. We will start posting clues in March of 2012.<br />
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<b style="color: #274e13;"><u>Please note:</u> that the Early Bird draw has been extended to January 13th, 2012. Everyone that has signed up for the Getaway by that date will be entered into the draw. The lucky 3 winners will have their (already luxury accommodations) upgraded to either a Penthouse or King Suite.</b>Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-1277010571846611882011-06-02T13:18:00.001-04:002011-06-07T17:04:30.906-04:00What's in a name?During a conversation with a returning Getawayer, I called our weekend the Retreat. She thought this word gave the wrong image of what our weekend is all about. Although it has been officially baptized Gitta's Getaway, I do say Retreat a lot. Possibly because other shops or guilds generally refer to them as such. We came by Getaway by playing on the G in Gitta's, even though we only go as far as the West Village of Port Credit.<br />
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Retreat, I was told, makes it sound like a religious- spiritual- finding yourself kind of gathering. She felt our weekend was more of a gathering of old friends and family; a fun sharing of times and laughter with other stitchers. So then I commented, maybe we should call it Gitta's "<u>G</u>et Together" as a better description of our weekend.<br />
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But what is in a name anyway? Although for us, the Gitta's <u>G</u>ang, and those joining us from Mississauga and Toronto the hotel is only "down the road", we also have friends travelling in from Ottawa, Montreal, Aurora, Barrie, and Gravenhurst, to name a few, who are getting farther away.<br />
But in essence aren't we all getting away from something?<br />
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As for the religious aspect associated with the term Retreat, after thinking about this I thought, Retreat is actually not an incorrect reference, as the weekend allows us to reconnect with like minded people, to share our love of stitching, and to make new friends. It is truly a mind cleansing of our everyday stressors - isn't that soul fulfilling?!Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620462385133365003.post-40970477747135889752011-05-26T15:38:00.001-04:002011-05-28T10:04:03.396-04:00Looking Forward to 2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzsu2soozko5x4_XxT-6nEEBRo1L9YQ4hj963W4av3AAFn7hrt8RUG7YpI62JeOSHpH-EBtZAxX3MsT4nN0aqy4KcU4l9gTQqu-8Ryg3bg0yvtRzvUscTD9_3K91giyknXX95duh1H_U9T/s1600/Daisy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzsu2soozko5x4_XxT-6nEEBRo1L9YQ4hj963W4av3AAFn7hrt8RUG7YpI62JeOSHpH-EBtZAxX3MsT4nN0aqy4KcU4l9gTQqu-8Ryg3bg0yvtRzvUscTD9_3K91giyknXX95duh1H_U9T/s320/Daisy.jpg" width="136" /></a></div>Plans for Gitta's Getaway 2012 are being finalized. Our plan, once again, is to pamper all our attendees; with the luxurious atmosphere of the Waterside Inn, the fabulous gourmet meals, and time to stitch and mingle with other stitchers. The stage is set for a stress free weekend to enjoy and relax.<br />
Much of the schedule and weekend events will be unchanged, but we are always thinking of ways to make the weekend fresh and exciting.<br />
But just how much can you improve on perfection? <br />
Kathrin is busy designing her exclusive workshop, to be held on Friday evening during our first <i><b>Teddy & Me Tea Party</b></i>. As in past years, we'll post clues to the design as the weekend approaches, but for now consider the title your first clue.<br />
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So mark April 13th-15th, 2012 on your calendar.<br />
This is your weekend to be pampered and getaway from it all !!!<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Registration will begin June 1st, 2011.</span></b><br />
Be sure to register in time for the early bird draw.Kathrinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13554326160878406780noreply@blogger.com0