Quilting Adventures - Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: When can I register for one of your 2008 seminars?
	A:Registration for our 2008 seminars opens on March 28, 2007.

Q: How do I send an email to Quilting Adventures?
	A: At the bottom of every page is our business card. If you click the card, you'll be presented with an email form that allows you to send us an email without even having an email account. Or, if you'd like, just make a note of the email address shown on the card and send us an email from your own email account.

Q: How do I reach the Quilting Adventures webmaster?
	A: Click the business card at the bottom of any page. You'll be presented with an email form. Select "webmaster" as the recipient, provide your return email address, and type your message in the comments field. Or, if you'd like, just make a note of the email address shown on the business card and send an email to that address.

Q: Do I spend all my time with just one instructor during the seminar?
	A: Yes, you will have an in-depth five days with the teacher of your choice. This allows you to work at your own pace without pressure and yet learn a wealth of information from your selected instructor while you accomplish much. Just think, no cooking, cleaning or making of beds!

Q: What other activities are available to me?
	A: T Bar M offers a swimming pool and hot tub (bring your swim suit!), an exercise room, tennis, basketball, ping pong, horseshoes and paths to stroll through 100-year-old oaks.

Q: What should I pack?
	A: Bring very casual clothes, a small sewing light (Ott or similar), your bathing suit, jacket or sweater, items on your supply list and anything else you want to have for your experience.

Q: What is there to do in the New Braunfels area if I come early or stay late?
	A: We suggest that you go to the T Bar M Resort and Conference Center website, www.tbarm.com, choose ‘Location' and then ‘Neighborhood Attractions' to see a wealth of ideas.

Q: Which airport should I use?
	A: San Antonio is a brief 25 minutes away with Austin farther away at 45 minutes.

Q: Are the wildflowers actually in bloom during the seminars?
	A: We can tell you that the Texas mountain laurels are in full bloom at the end of February and the bluebonnets begin showing their blooms at the start March. Many other wildflowers come out during March and the quantity depends on rains and temperature from year to year. No, we're not doing deceptive marketing!

Q: How are roommates assigned?
	A: Randomly, unless one of you has requested to room with another. Preferences for type of roommate (e.g. non-smoker) or handicapped room are also honored.

Q: How early can I sign up for one of Quilting Adventures seminars?
	A: The first opportunity is given to current students during the previous seminars. Open registration begins when we are on-site at Creations of Kerrville during the annual Bluebonnet Patchwork Trail Shop Hop, usually scheduled for early April.

Q: Is there a day rate?
	A: Quilting Adventures includes many evening events, as well as the opportunity to quilt late into the night. A day rate is not available.

Q: What does the price include?

A: The price is all-inclusive – room, lodging (double occupancy with a single supplement available), your teacher and class, evening activities, access to resort facilities (tennis and bikes are extra), all except for the temptations of the on-site fabric store (Creations of Kerrville) and happy hour purchases. Each seminar Quilting Adventures will draw one student's name on the last evening and pay their entire shopping spree at the on-site Creations store, excluding any sewing machine purchases.

Q: How do I rent a sewing machine?
	A: Creations of Kerrville does the renting and they have a training and service person on-site during each entire seminar. Details for arranging rental or shipping of your own machine will be sent with your registration confirmation.

Q: How do I get from the airport to T Bar M?
	A: Both airports have multiple car rental companies or you can take a cab or shuttle service.

Q: If I stay for more than one seminar, what are my weekend lodging options?
	A: You may arrange with T Bar M for lodging to continue through the weekend or stay elsewhere as you explore the region.

Q: When may I have access to my sewing machine?
	A: All during your class (9 to noon and 1 to 4) but also any other time you wish, even during the dead of night. There is 24/7 security and other staff on duty at all times.

Q: What accommodations are available?
	A: Your fee includes double occupancy in a well-appointed room with either two double or queen beds (single occupancy king is also an option with a supplement), coffee maker, hair dryer, telephone and TV, private bath and individual climate controls. Wi-fi is available on campus for those who bring laptops.

Q: Can I get special meals?
	A: All meals are buffet style with many options, so items are always available for vegetarians. Any food allergies can be accommodated if we know ahead of time.

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