Highland Lodge: Caspian Lake - Greensboro, Vermont Vermont Quilt InnCam and Kira's Wedding Quilt (c)1994 Judy B. Dales
Every fall, a small group of quilters gathers in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont to study the art of quiltmaking with Judy B. Dales, one of today's best known quilters. Quilt Inn is held at Highland Lodge, a charming country inn in Greensboro, VT that was Judy's childhood home, and is now run by her cousin, David Smith and his wife, Willie. The Lodge is the perfect setting for this special quilting opportunity. It overlooks a crystal clear lake, and offers wonderful views of the Vermont landscape. The dining experience is exceptional, and guests can choose a room John Grob shown above right with "Stars Over The Serenghetti" in the Lodge itself, or one of the cottages.

Judy is a teacher of many years experience and is best known for her distinctive color style, innovative designs and unique curved-seam technique which is described in her book, Curves In Motion. Judy's relaxed attitude and wonderful sense of humor are combined with a serious  commitment to the art of quiltmaking which provides a unique opportunity for students to challenge themselves in a nurturing classroom environment.

Quilt Inn class size is limited so that each student receives individualized instruction. Students may ship supplies and/or sewing machines to the Lodge in advance, if necessary. Judy presents a new class each year and topics have included five-pointed, modular star designs, circular designs with curved seams, landscapes, free-form curved designs, and transparent overlay collage quilts.
  Quilt Inn 2006   Not A Calico Chicken

Other Worlds (c)1996 Judy B. Dales

 

 
 
First Session: Sept. 8 - 13, 2006
Second Session: Sept. 15 - 20 200
 
SUBJECT
First Session:

Students will bring a photograph to be interpreted in fabric. First, students will create an abstract color study using simple shapes, then a more realistic interpretation will be made, using the method of your choice, curved seam piecing, applique, fusing, etc.

Second Session:

Students will do a series of design exercises which will produce a curved seam design. Pattern making, fabric choices and precision machine piecing will be covered and emphasis will be on effective use of color, adventurous fabric use and the importance of interest in background areas.
 

Non quilters are welcomed and will discover boating, swimming, hiking, antiquing, golf and tennis in the area. The cost of Quilt Inn for quilters, which includes the class, lodging, meals, taxes and gratuities, is $750 for shared occupancy, $775 for a single room. Non-quilters pay$565. Three months notice required for deposit return. Deposit returns carry a $50 cancellation fee.

Exploring the beauty of Vermont's Northeast Kingdom and the special charms of Greensboro are one of the added attractions of Quilt Inn. We picnic on the beach beside beautiful Caspian Lake one day, and there is enough free time to enjoy hikes, walks and beautiful drives in the area. One afternoon is set aside as "sneak-away" time when students are free to visit local shops, craft stores or just rest and relax.

Quilt Inn offers a unique opportunity to engage in serious quiltmaking, work with one of the most popular teachers of our times and enjoy the unique beauty and atmosphere of Vermont. Judy's is traveling less and less, so this is one of the few opportunities to work with her.

 

 

    
Judy & Bonnie Adams at Quilt Inn show & tell with Studio View Dining
Cindy Williams machine quilting at Quilt Inn
 

The airport in Burlington, VT is about 2 hours drive from Greensboro, but Logan airport in Boston, or Manchester, NH and Hartford, CT are also options. Montreal airport is a possibility for international travelers.

To reserve your place, a deposit of 50% is required. Send to:
Quilt Inn
Highland Lodge
Greensboro, VT 05841

 

* Please indicate first or second session and include your address, phone number, e-mail address and preference for roommate. Let us know if you have dietary restrictions.

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Contact:
The Lodge at 802-533-2647 or highland.lodge@verizon.net
Judy at 802-533-7733 or jubda@aol.com
link to The Lodge website: www.highlandlodge.com

Quilt Inn Class Photo, Oct. 1992
Quilt Inn class photo October 1992

Room

Cottage

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