Oh my goodness! We are so incredibly lucky! Carrie Martin is having a rug school right here in Beautiful Cody Wyoming!
It is called Old Faithful Rug Hooking Getaway from May 27-June 1,2018. It will be held at the Historic Irma Hotel! Buffalo Bill built the hotel for his daughter Irma. There is so much history in this hotel and now we can add rug hooking retreats to the list.
Carrie Martin and Diane Stoffel are the two teachers. They are both amazing teachers and a lot of fun. Be one of the first to join this yearly event! Here is a copy of the sign up sheet.
Hotel Address:
Irma Hotel
1192 Sheridan
Ave. Cody WY 82424
Cody,
Wyoming
“Old
Faithful
-
Rug Hooking -
Getaway
May
27-June 1, 2018
Four
Full Days + of instruction
Instructors:
Diane Stoffel
Carrie Martin
Cody, Wyoming
“Old Faithful”
Rug Hooking Getaway
May 27- June 1, 2018
Workshop Registration
__ $250.00
Commuter Fee
If not staying at the Irma Hotel
__ $125.00 Total _____
Pay to order of
one rug two rug
Due with registration form sent to
Nancy Frantz, 18799 Hosmer Mill Rd Covington, LA 70435
No refund after 1-1-2018
Teacher Selection
Mark 1st and 2nd choice
__ Diane Stoffel __ Carrie Martin
Name
Address
City, State, Zip code
_________________________________
Phone Number
Email
Emergency Contac
Cody, Wyoming is steeped in colorful tradition and has a rich historical background. Fascinating exhibitions like the Cody Firearms Museum display artifacts from yesteryear and Old Town Trail bring the history to life before your eyes, creating a unique and enlightening experience. Cody has its roots firmly in the Western lifestyle and rodeos and state fairs include visitors and the community alike.
Cody has a wealth of breathtaking scenery right on its doorstep and makes seeing the American wilderness incredibly easy. Scenic drives such as the Beartooth Highway are a convenient way to see the surrounding nature and wildlife and with numerous wilderness areas and Yellowstone National Park accessible it couldn't be easier to explore. The areas facilitate an enormous range of outdoor activities or just relax in incredible surroundings.
Airport Transportation:
Fly into Cody; Taxi Services
Cody Cab Phidippides Shuttle
307-272-8364 866-527-6789
Sponsored by
one rug two rug,
Wool Rich
Cash Poor,
ATHA
Chapter
Join us in Cody, Wyoming
Cody is home to an inspired community of
Western artists, a growing number of fine art and photo galleries, and the
renowned Buffalo Bill Center of the West.
The
varied landscape surrounding Buffalo Bill's town in the Rockies, the abundant
wildlife, the quality of light and atmosphere all continue to inspire painters,
sculptors, and craftsmen working in a variety of styles and media. Located in
close proximity of Yellowstone.
Lodging:
We will enjoy the hospitality of The Irma
Hotel; located on the historic surrounded by shops, galleries museums and
fabulous restaurants. At this favored time in Cody, WY the group rate of $99.
under the one rug two rug block.
Class Times:
Sunday Registration and Welcome 2-4, 7-9; your
teacher will make introductions.
Monday-Thursday 9-12, 1-3; room will be open
for evening hooking; teacher will pass through.
Friday 8:30- 10:00 Drawing for next years
choice of teacher and free registration.
Meal Plan:
The Irma has a wonderful restaurant in house and we are hoping that we
show our appreciation by choosing to patronize it.
Loaner Cutters and Frames:
Each class will have cutters for your
use. For those flying upon request we
have a few frames to loan.
INSTRUCTORS
Diane Stoffel,
Brewster, MA
Diane’s color sense makes this a great
class. She is most comfortable color
planning and is more than willing to share her knowledge with you. Her
enthusiasm is contagious and you will have a rug you love when finished. She is
a McGown certified teacher and ATHA member who is at ease with all cuts from
fine to wide and with all types of designs or patterns. Her talent shines with
all rugs.
Carrie Martin,
Covington, LA
Carrie’s enthusiasm will make the class fly
by. She makes color planning easy to
understand. She will be sharing her secrets to putting together handbags and
dolls. Her mini lessons are a hit. Your
needs will be her needs. Another McGown certified teacher that will work on any
project of your choosing, but loves those wide cut floral, geometrics,
orientals.
Wool Rich
Cash Poor: Events
Auction:
Monday afternoon
Wool Rich Cash Poor is gracious enough to
continue the tradition of having an Auction; the money raised is used to give a
helping hand to rug hookers to attend our workshop and for the end of camp and
through the year scholarships. If you
wish to contribute to the auction we would be most grateful.
City Tour of
Cody: Tuesday
Yes, learn the history of Cody enjoy a
trolley tour of the city as a group.
Ghosts, Gunfights and Buffalo Bill and tales of the west come alive on
the tour. Take this trolley tour in the late
afternoon and you just may see a resident of the early years of Cody.
Flea Market:
Wednesday afternoon
Do you make something or have something that
you think others would like? We will have tables set up for you to sell your
goods and hopefully pay your way to Santa Fe.
There is no charge for this lagniappe.
We all love to shop.
More information
Carrie Martin
mart3285@bellsouth.net
- 985-893-3285
Dorothy Delaune
Nancy Frantz
Hope to see everyone there!
