Christmas in July Retreat - July 14-18, 2025

It may be 100 degrees in Missouri but we will be breaking out the Christmas decorations and decking the halls just for you. Come join us as we prepare for the holiday season right here at Missouri Star Quilt Company. We will have Hallmark movies on as our background entertainment. Our Classes will include two choices of quilts and many Quick Christmas Gifts we can sew up for our family and friends. If you are a procrastinator, you will be pleased to leave this retreat with a head start on your favorite time of the year. Come to MSQC and enjoy our midsummer festivities.

What to Expect From Us:

Sleeping Rooms - All rooms are upstairs and are shared - there are no private rooms available and a chair lift is available for assistance. There are two ADA rooms available upon request.

Meals - Dinner will be served on Tuesday evening. A continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served on Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday morning, enjoy a hot "farewell" breakfast before you check out and get on the road! Of course, for you early birds Monday evening, a continental breakfast will be served Tuesday morning.

Snacks - We set out a snack table - because sewing definitely makes us all snack-y. We provide light snacks for the group but if there is something particular you crave, feel free to bring it.

Sewing Table Seating - We do have assigned seating for the well-lit 4' sewing tables (personal sewing lamps are optional). If you are traveling with a friend or friends and would like to sit together - no problem! Please just indicate this on your registration form with the names of the people you wish to sit by. We also provide cutting/ironing tables, and power strips and small side tables.

Sewing Machines - As we have said above, you are welcome to bring your own sewing machine (don't forget all your cords)!! But if you want to travel light, you can absolutely use one of our machines at a cost of $75 for the duration of the retreat. If you do need to reserve a machine, please indicate this on your registration form.

We know things happen, but if for some reason you need to cancel after you have booked your reservation, please let us know as soon as possible. The retreat is only fully refundable 60 days in advance of the start date. In the event that you are past the 60-day notice and are unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to someone else or move to another retreat at a later date.

If you need to cancel or have further questions, please email us at [email protected] or call us at (816) 265-1812.

Projects: A selection of short workshops will be offered on Wednesday during this retreat. Below you will find project photos and supply lists. Participation is optional for any or all of the workshops.

Joy Bench Pillow

• Project Size: 16" x 38"
• Block Size: 6 1/2" x 12 1/2" unfinished; 6" x 12" finished
• Project Top: 1 pkg of 5' print squares
• 1/4" yd of accent fabric for the bow
• 1/2 yd of background fabric- includes inner border
• 38" x 16" pillow fordm
• Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker -large

Split Bars Block

• Quilt Size: 47" x 47"
• Block Size: 12 1/2" unfinished; 12" finished
• Quilt Top: 1 roll of 2 1/2" strips- includes piano key border
• Inner border: 1/2 yd
• Binding: 1/2 yd
• Backing: 3 1/4 yd

Room at the Table Runner

• Project Size: 16" x 80"
• Block Size: 16 1/2" unfinsiehd,, 16" finished
• Project top: 1 pkg of 10" squares
• 1 yd of background fabric
• Binding: 1/2 yd
• Backing: 1 1/2 yd

Host or Publisher Missouri Star Retreats