Name tag ideas

People have been asking about the name tags and if we had some ideas for them.  We have collected some pictures of a few of the name tags from last year to show you what people did.  Some of the name tags were very simple and other one's a little more complicated.  It is up to each person what they do for their name tag and it's nice to see all the different ideas people come up with.

Last year one lady did her entire name tag in french knots and another lady did "Hello my name is" tag in cross-stitch.  So here are some pictures of some other name tags.

There is a contest for name tags at the Getaway so time to start thinking about what you are going to do for yours.  The name tag doesn't have to be fancy it's up to each individual what they do. Last year my name tag (Darlene) won the name tag contest.

Let's see what everyone comes up with this year.

Getting Closer

Was just sitting and looking at the calendar and realized that the Getaway is getting closer and closer. 

Have you started designing or stitching your name tag yet? 

In 8 weeks everyone that has signed up for the Getaway will be getting together and renewing old friendships from last year and establishing some new ones.  During that weekend everyone seems to be friends and share lots of laughs.

If you haven't signed up yet for the Getaway and are thinking about doing it, I can say as someone that was there last year it's a great time and you end up with wonderful memories.

The Early Bird Winners

Barbara came in this morning to help draw the names.  What a stressful job it was;  I want everyone to win.  But since only 3 can, we made it very official and drew names.

So, drum roll please!!!!!!!

The winners of the 2 Deluxe King Suites are:

Anne-Marie A. of St.Lambert, Quebec
Lorene S. of Auroroa, Ontario

And the winner of the 1 Bedroom Penthouse Suite is:

Samantha C. of Milton, Ontario

Congratulations Ladies!!!!!

But, of course, we are really all winners, because we're going to have a fabulous weekend.

 

Early Bird Draw

This coming Monday is the deadline for the Gitta's Getaway Early Bird Draw.  Tuesday morning we will draw 3 names from all those who are registered for the Getaway as of Midnight January 31st, 2011.  These lucky winners will have their rooms upgraded to a 1 bedroom Penthouse Suite or a Deluxe King Suite. Good luck everyone.

Remember to visit the website Gitta's for the registration form or contact the store.

Difference between Retreat and Marketplace

People have been asking us to explain the difference between the Retreat and the Marketplace  so here it is.

Gitta’s Getaway

Location : Waterside Inn,

Port Credit(Mississauga), ON

Date: Friday April 1^st, Sat. April 2^nd & Sun. April 3^rd 2011

Gitta’s Getaway is an all-inclusive stress free weekend of 2 nights luxurious accommodations, meals, stitching, games and prizes, and fun.

An exclusive Round Robin workshop with 4 Canadian Designers.

Pajama Party, Sneak Peek of the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace, Welcome Package goodies, Banquet Dinner, help from 2 experienced Stitch Wizards, and shop at the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace.

Free access to the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace

Workshops held through the NWMP will have extra fees

For more information please visit the Events page at www.gittas.com or http://gittasgetaway.blogspot.com  

Location : Waterside Inn,

Port Credit(Mississauga), ON

Date: Saturday April 2^nd & Sunday April 3^rd 2011

A needlearts show for designers to exhibit their designs and product lines, and stitchers to meet the designers, see what’s new and shop.

One Day and Two Day passes available

(you don't need to be attending the retreat to attend the MarketPlace)

Collaboration 15 sided Biscornu: Collect a free “thank you” design from each designer, and the finishing instruction will be your reward

Attend workshops held by some of your favourite designers.

For more information please visit

www.needleworkersmarketplace.com

Round Robin Stash

I was in the store today and was able to get a picture of the stash that is being considered for the Retreat Round Robin.

Here are the colours that Kathrin, Jeannette, Laura, and Brenda are considering.
The hand -dyed silk will be Blue Grass by Gloriana, the solid colours are not yet confirmed.  All of these colours look so nice and now to see what colours are decided on.  The theme for the round robin is still being bounced back and forth so hope to hear soon what the final decision on the theme is.

Another spot has also been sold for the retreat so there are now only 17 spots remaining.

People have been signing up for the workshops and buying tickets for the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace.  Anyone attending the Getaway doesn't need tickets for the MarketPlace as they are included in the Getaway price.

More information when I hear some.

Retreat and MarketPlace news

The cold weather that we have been having here in Toronto hasn't spotted people from visiting the shop and signing up for the Retreat.  The number continues to grow and there are only 18 spots left for this year.  If you haven't signed up yet why not do it before January 31st when the room upgrade draw takes place.

For those of you waiting to sign up for the NeedleWorkers MarketPlace workshops, the page is now available.  Remember space is limited for each of the classes so the earlier you register the better chance you have of getting into the workshops that you would like to attend.

One item did come up at the store and it was noticed that the Project Parade form was not in the envelope we received when we registered, but don't worry.  The form is available at the store and will also be available when you arrive at the Retreat.