NATURE’S POLYGONS
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Norah Gaughan and Emily O’Neil
Brooklyn Tweed
August 9-12, 2019
Norah Gaughan found early inspiration for a knitwear collection on the Northern California Coast in and around the Point Reyes National Seashore. We are delighted to welcome Norah back to the Coast in August 2019.
She is joined by her associate and friend, the multi-talented artist and designer, Emily O’Neil.
Brooklyn Tweed is the yarn sponsor for this Retreat in support of Norah’s valued association as a member of their Design Team.
Pacific Knitting Retreats returns to the Marconi State Historic Park on Tomales Bay - a location of great beauty and comfort - to host this inspiring team.
Retreat Itinerary
Friday august 9, 2019
3pm Arrive and settle into the beautiful Marconi Historic State Park.
4pm until bedtime: Welcome gathering for all in McCargo Hall (our 'home base for the duration of the Retreat) for an introduction to the weekend and the curriculum details of Nature’s Polygons by Norah and Emily.
This session will be intersected by a wonderful shared meal at 6pm
saturday august 10, 2019
7-9am Enjoy breakfast at your own pace
9:30am - 12:30pm Knitting Polygons
An introduction to the geometry, the long tail cast on, multiple triangle polygons, joining polygons and swirled polygons
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm We hike into the natural world to ‘see with an artist’s eye’ and begin our notebooks by executing water color exercises with our teachers.
6pm Dinner
After dinner gathering to enjoy a presentation about color
SUNDAY august 11, 2019
7:00am-9:00am Enjoy your breakfast!
9:30am A morning photo taking walk near the ocean — followed by a color mixing class
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Building Garments and Accessories with Polygons
6:00pm Dinner
After dinner knitting circle
MONDAY august 12, 2019
7:00am - 9:00am Breakfast
Swatches, projects started and idea sharing
12noon Lunch together!
WHAT'S INCLUDED? EVERYTHING!!!
Lodging for 3 nights
McCargo Hall for our group throughout the Retreat
Three full meals per day
Fine wines
Full use of the park and common spaces at the Marconi Conference Center
Brooklyn Tweed Arbor and Peerie yarns prepared for all Retreat Learning Sessions
Journal and watercolors
All instruction
For full booking terms and conditions please click here.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Payment in full is due at booking.
Cancellation by 9 June, 2019 for a refund (less $50 processing fees)
Cancellation by 9 July, 2019 for a 50% refund
No refund for cancellation after 9 July, 2019 - unless filled from wait list.
Choose the accommodation that suits your needs best
Marconi offers a lovely variety of room options to accommodate any needs. Rooms are individually appointed and reminiscent of being in a country inn. Rooms may be occupied in single, double or even triple occupancy. There are 2 twin bed, 3 twin bed*, king bed, queen plus twin* bedrooms, as well as deluxe rooms with two queens or one queen and a twin*.
All rooms have full baths and coffee makers, are located in quiet buildings around courtyards for relaxation and in close proximity to check in and parking. Deluxe rooms are spacious suites and include a seating area, small refrigerators and microwaves. Please enquire directly for costs in the deluxe rooms if you are interested in one of those: gayle@pacificknittingretreats.com and we will be glad to help you.
These rooms all have one LOFTED twin bed
The price options are:
$1,950 for single occupancy
$1,500 for double occupancy per person
$1,400 for triple occupancy per person
Prepare for your trip
Comfortable, casual clothing is perfect - include walking shoes. The weather on the coast in August is typically foggy in the morning and evenings, and warm temperatures during the long, light filled days. It is always good to observe the Bay Area mantra and dress in layers and also to pack a wind and water resistant jacket. A headlamp or flashlight is a good idea. There is no TV and limited wi-fi, so reading materials are suggested - and your knitting of course! No candles, incense or pets please.