Upcoming Events
Registration Opening Soon!
Open Paper Piecing Retreat with Michael Davison
November 5th -- 8th | 3 night stay | $440
Spend a long weekend doing what you love with someone who loves it just as much!
Michael Davison is coming to Maxine's Manor this November for a paper piecing retreat you don’t want to miss.
Whether you're a seasoned paper piecer or finally diving into that pattern you've been saving, this is your chance to sew alongside a friendly expert who loves his craft! Bring your favorite patterns/projects, like a Judy Neimeyer, Jen Kingwell, or Jacqueline De Jonge, and get ready to make serious progress with expert advice and great company. Come piece the weekend away with us!
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The Haunted Manor Sew-In - October 29 - November 1, 2026
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Join us at the Manor for a weekend of stitches, laughter, and spooky fun! Our Haunted Manor Sew-In is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween—quilter style. Pack your projects, your favorite fall treats, and maybe even a costume or two!
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Throughout the weekend, enjoy festive activities including:
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🎃 Trick or Treat Swaps – bring small wrapped goodies (fat quarters, notions, or treats) to share in our trick-or-treat table exchange.
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🧵 Costume Contest – prizes for the Most Creative, Best Handmade, and Funniest costumes.
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🍬 Spooky Snack Bar – snack on sweets and sips from our candy buffet, popcorn cauldron, and “witch’s brew” punch.
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🌕 Pumpkin Decorating – no-carve fun with fabric scraps, trims, and buttons! *kit will be provided*
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Spaces are limited, so gather your ghouls and reserve your spot at this frightfully fun retreat before it disappears into the night! REGISTER HERE
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November 27-30, 2026 ***The Great Holiday Sew-In!🧵***
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Join us at the Manor for a joyful post-Thanksgiving tradition! Escape the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and settle in for a cozy weekend of stitching, laughter and friendship. Bring your projects and your holiday spirit as we kick off the season surrounded by creativity, comfort and community. REGISTER HERE!
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Sew Year's Eve at the Manor! Wednesday, December 30, 2026 - Saturday, January 2, 2027
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Ring in the New Year with stitching, laughter and friends at the Manor! Join us for a relaxing retreat filled with creativity and quilting time. Party hats, exclusive t-shirts and tumblers included! REGISTER HERE!
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OPEN RETREAT WEEKENDS
Hosted by Box Car Ranch
Round up your best friend or 2 or 3 and load your car with all of those unfinished projects! Enjoy a weekend away to laugh, eat and hopefully sew a stitch or two! There are no rules for this weekend...just to have fun!
Click HERE to go to the Open Retreats page.