Sewing With Friends: March 11-14, 2025

Join us for four unforgettable days of sewing, laughter, and friendship at the Sewing With Friends Quilt Retreat! This special event is all about connecting with fellow quilters, sharing inspiration, and enjoying a creative escape in Hamilton, MO. Whether you bring your own fabric or shop in Missouri Star’s 16 quilt shops, you’ll have everything you need to dive into the exciting projects we’ve planned. Bring your sewing machine or reserve one of ours online—whatever makes you most comfortable!

Don’t forget to bring a few projects to work on—we can’t wait to see what you’re creating! With plenty of open sewing time, it’s the perfect chance to make progress on those UFOs (unfinished objects) or start something new. Our Thursday night Show & Tell is a retreat favorite, where you can share your creations and hear the wonderful stories behind everyone’s work. Participation is optional, but it’s always a highlight filled with warmth and inspiration.

In addition to all the sewing fun, there’s plenty of time to connect with friends, make new ones, and explore the incredible shopping options. Missouri Star’s quilt shops are packed with fabric, patterns, and everything you need to fuel your creativity. Get ready to sew, laugh, and make unforgettable memories with friends old and new!

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.

Supply List

Carpenter's Square

Quilt Size: 74.5 x 83.5

Block Size: 5" unfinished; 4.5" finished

Quilt Top:

1 pkg of 10" print squares

2.5 yds of background fabric - includes inner border

Outer Border: 1.5 yds

Binding: .75 yd

Backing: 5.25 yds (vertical seam) or 2.75 yds of 108" wide backing

Happy Spring Wall Hanging

Project Size: 37” x 45”

Block Sizes: Various

Project Top:

1 pkg of 10” print squares

1.25 yds of background fabric - includes inner border

Outer Border: .75 yd

Binding: .50 yd

Backing: 1.25 yd

Other: Scrap of black fabric or 1 (½”) black button for duck’s eye

.25 yd Light Fusible

Host or Publisher Missouri Star Retreats