Handwork in the Smokies

A new seminar designed to bring you back to handwork at its best. The seminar will be held at the beautiful Valley View Lodge in Townsend, TN. Townsend is located on the “Peaceful Side of the Smokies” just 30 minutes (20 miles) from the Knoxville Airport.

Surrounded by the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, you’ll be inspired to quilt as you never have before.

Walk among towering trees and flowering plants. See wild flowers on the grounds and at the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The beauty of this place will capture your imagination and bring peace to your hurried life.

Come early and visit nearby historic Cades Cove. Bring your camera to capture the abundant wildlife and scenic views.

There are nearby antique and craft shops to visit and we’ll even provide you with a map to the local quilt shops.

Once the seminar begins, every detail will be taken care of. You’ll be delighted with everything we have planned for you.

We are very pleased to have a special guest quilt historian this year, Merikay Waldvogel. Merikay co authored the book, “Tennessee Quilts”. She will be lecturing and sharing her information on Tennessee Quilts on Thursday evening.

“Bears and Berries” is the second quilt designed by Cindy to celebrate her new home near the mountains. You will get a copy of the this exclusive pattern to work on for the two full days of the seminar.

You will have your choice of a traditional bear paw quilt arrangement with alternating embroidered blocks or a strippy version with rows of “paws” and rows of embroidered vines with berries.

Either quilt will become a treasured heirloom.

A detailed supply list for the quilts will be sent out to all attendees. A notions bag will be provided with Cindy’s favorite notions and goodies.

The Valley View Lodge is located on 7726 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN, 37882. The lodge sits on 15 acres of pristine grounds. There are abundant water features and the lodge boasts a 4 mile walking trail.

We have blocked rooms at the lodge at the special rate of only $55.00 per night. These rooms have just been renovated and are conveniently located near the pavilion where the classes will meet and meals will be served. Please call the lodge directly to book your room at 1-800-292-4844. When booking, please mention “Handwork in the Smokies” to secure the discount rate.

The lodge also has suites available if you are bringing your family or are coming with a group. Contact them directly for costs and availability.

All lunches and dinners are included in the cost of the seminar. Complimentary light continental breakfast is served at the lodge. We are proud to have Apple Valley Café, a local caterer and eatery, catering all of our meals. Contact us if you are on a special diet.

Registration will be on a first come, first served basis and is limited to twenty students. Your payment in full will hold your spot. You will be responsible for making your own hotel and travel arrangements. Your fee will include all your meals during the seminar, exclusive pattern, notions, surprises and 2 days of teaching by Cindy.