Better than Black Friday! Retreat Sale
Get Ready for Our Better Than Black Friday Sale! At Camellia Palms Quilt Retreat Center, we believe that quilting retreats are more than...
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Taylor Smith
Sep 124 min
Quilting Notions and Tools: What Do Quilters *Actually* Need?
Quilting is a beloved craft that combines creativity, precision, and patience. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out,...
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Taylor Smith
Aug 12 min
2024-2025 Fall & Winter Quilt Retreats for Individuals!
Want to come on a retreat at Camellia Palms but you don't have a group to come with? (If you do have a group, start here instead!) We...
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Taylor Smith
May 283 min
Craft Retreats for Beginners: Craft, Connect, and Create
Craft retreats have been popular for a long time, but they're experiencing a new rise in popularity again among enthusiasts who want...
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Taylor Smith
Apr 245 min
Quilt Retreats 101: Everything You Need to Know
Quilt retreats are a fantastic way to meet fellow quilters, learn new techniques, and work on projects without distractions!
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Taylor Smith
Feb 157 min
30+ Ways to Make Your Next Quilt Retreat More Fun!
Are you planning your next quilt retreat and looking for ways to make it more enjoyable and memorable? Whether you're a seasoned quilter...
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Taylor Smith
Jan 93 min
Sew in Full Bloom: Spring Theme Ideas for Your Next Quilt Retreat
Ah, spring—warmer weather, blooming flowers, buzzing bees, and the unmistakable scent of fresh pollen in the air. While some may be...
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Taylor Smith
Nov 12, 20234 min
A Beginner's Guide to Quilting Terms and Abbreviations
If you're new to quilting, you may find yourself feeling a bit overwhelmed by the jargon and abbreviations that seasoned quilters use....
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Taylor Smith
Nov 12, 20235 min
Try these Tips for New & Beginning Quilters
Are you a new quilter eager to embark on a creative journey with fabric, but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you're a beginner looking...
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Taylor Smith
Oct 18, 20236 min
11 FANTASTIC Tips for Managing Back Pain for Quilters
Introduction - learn about back pain tips for quilters! Quilting is a beloved pastime for many, offering a creative outlet and a sense of...
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Taylor Smith
Sep 25, 20234 min
Alabama-Florida State Line Becomes Vibrant Quilting Destination
It started with one quilter & a dream. Tabatha Smith, a quilter for more than 20 years, always dreamed of owning a quilt retreat center...
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Taylor Smith
Aug 28, 20234 min
Delicious Snack Ideas for Your Next Quilt Retreat
We’ve hosted over 300+ quilt retreats since 2019 at our retreat center, and we’ve noticed a few things about quilters & snacks,...
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Taylor Smith
Aug 12, 20234 min
Connecting Threads: How to Find Quilting Friends
Quilting is not just a craft; it's an art form that weaves together pieces of fabric, creativity, and stories. Whether you're a seasoned...
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Taylor Smith
Aug 12, 20232 min
Fall Quilt Retreat Ideas: Themes, Recipes, & Group Projects!
Fall will be here before we know it, and it's one of the BEST times to go on retreat because it's cooler and drier here in the South, and...
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Taylor Smith
Aug 12, 20233 min
How to Plan A Quilt Retreat
Crafting Connections: A Guide to Planning a Quilt Retreat in 2024 Quilting is not just a creative outlet; it's a form of therapy, a means...
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Taylor Smith
May 24, 20233 min
Inspiring Quilt Studio ideas
As a quilter, having a dedicated sewing studio can make all the difference in your creative process. A well-designed studio can inspire...
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Taylor Smith
May 7, 20233 min
How to photograph your quilts!
As quilters, we pour countless hours into creating our masterpieces. So, it only makes sense that we want to capture them in all their...
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Taylor Smith
Mar 29, 20233 min
Easy Quilt Retreat GAMES + IDEAS!
Do your quilty friends like to play quilt-themed games? While the jury may still be out on whether or not to play games at your retreat,...
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Taylor Smith
Mar 7, 20233 min
Quilt projects using leftover scrap fabrics
Are you a quilter with piles of scrap fabric left over from your projects? Do you hate the thought of throwing them away but aren't sure...
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Taylor Smith
Mar 2, 20233 min
texas Quilt Shops
If you're looking for quilt shops in Texas from Austin to Dallas, and from Abilene to El Paso, we've got the entire list! Whether you're...
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