Yes, Rokiratukina is the winner of the Mary Ellen’s Bet Press 5 pack – Congratulations Vicki!
Don’t you think it’s time for a breather? It seems like we’ve been going at light-speed since about Thanksgiving … with the End-of-the-Year craziness, Christmas, New Years, inventory (thhh), taxes (thzz), plus the addition of more than 37 new BOMs so far this year, it’s been quite the whirlwind here at Homespun Hearth! We’ve got just a couple of weeks before our May Customer Appreciation Month begins – which will be quite the crazy month … again … for us!
Super Bright Portable LED Lamp
So, I’ve been thinking, if I were to get away for a few days, where should I go? Do I laze on a beach somewhere tropical, go camping in a remote area with the serenity of nature all around, or perhaps visit an exotic land far away? I Could Sure Use Some Help … and would love to know what your Dream Getaway would be! And, because I always want you to know how much I appreciate you, all of you who let us know what your perfect getaway would be, you will be entered into a drawing to win a Super Bright Portable LED Lamp!
To make it easy, just fill in the blank in the comments section:
“If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me _________________________.”
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I would head to the Amish Country in and around Lancaster, PA browsing in quilt shops and enjoying the tranquility and beauty of that area and the Amish lifestyle.
I do love the Amish Country – haven’t been there in a while. Although, I did watch them on TV a bit last year… 🙂
sitting at my sewing machine sewing my London quilt
Sounds relaxing … unless there’s a lot of triangles! 🙂
If I had a few days I would go to Montana to see my granddaughter and visit the quilt shops with her.
You know, when I was young I had to do a weather report/presentation for Montana — that’s when I decided I wanted to live there someday! At this point I’ve only been to the Big Sky state once, and it was beautiful!
Quilt shop hopping to stores I have never been to.
That could be fun … I do kinda ‘live’ in a quilt store, though. But, never-the-less, I still love that feeling when I walk into a wonderful undiscovered treasure of a quilt shop!
I would love to go to Germany & Ireland. I was born in Germany when my father was in the military & my husband is Irish, so it would be a dream for us to go to these places.
Ah yes – I love both countries! My youngest son was born in Germany, and I still think that’s one of the more enchanting places we’ve ever lived! And, the greenery of Ireland can’t be compared – both definitely on my list of places to visit again!
At the beach! No doubt about it! 🙂 Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Yes – We’re pretty landlocked here in the White Snowy Mountains of Colorado .. so you can bet that the thought of soaking up some sun is VERY appealing!
I would go to the beach–but, gotta take my machine. Then I could sew the days away watching the beautiful ocean.
Can you just imagine a cabana on the beach .. completely equipped with all your sewing necessities? And .. don’t forget the cabana boy with large frons keeping you fanned! 🙂
You would find me cruising down the Mississippi River on the American Queen.
For some reason that reminds me of Tom and Huck 🙂 What a fun adventure that would be!
You would find me camping by a stream in the Allegheny National Forest! That’s where my heart’s desire is right now.
There’s nothing like the sounds of a stream nearby – I always loved dipping my toes in the cold water after a hike!
A quilters retreat or an appliqué/embroidery retreat. I’ve never been to either!
Now that sounds relaxing! I find hand work very therapeutic! And, to just kick back with new friends at a retreat would add to that therapy, too!
You would find my husband and I driving the back roads of Wisconsin in our 1960 MGA that he restored. Relaxing driving, stopping to check out the sites and find a new places to eat..
What a great way to get some fresh air! I would want the top off (of the car that is!), and would probably add a few stops to find some antique treasures!
Alaska
Need one say more? I’ve always wanted to take an Alaskan cruise with an excursion to Denali!
I would be taking long walks in the mountains. Enjoying the tranquility of it all!!
Yes, that does sound lovely. Of course, around here right now you’d need snowshoes! We just received another 20″ this past weekend … so hoping this is the last snow dump of the season!
I would head up to the Northern California coast and the beautiful redwoods and the elk.
That sounds lovely. I’ve spent many wonderful days in this area of the world … I can smell the damp path around those redwoods now!
Kayaking in Glacier Bay in Alaska!! Fantastic!!!!
Now that sounds like a peaceful place to practice those Ekimo rolls!
“If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me in Chicago or North Carolina, visiting with quilting friends.”
I do love North Carolina – The Outer Banks was such a wonderful place to be when the boys were little. Now, I’ve never been to Chicago, but that where my ‘kin’ were from — that should be on the list for me!
If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me in London.
Ah yes – Picadilly Circus, Soho, The Tube .. all fond memories. We even attended the 1000th show of Phatom of the Opera there .. way back in the late ’80s!
Hawai’i because that is home… (I’m in Northern Virginia)
Ah, Hawaii.. Just because it’s Hawaii. But, Northern VA isn’t too bad – lived there, loved it!
You would find me at a rented beach house reading quilting magazines while lying on the beach.
Yep yep — that sounds relaxing!
I wolf be visiting your quilt shop!
That sounds awesome! Although, I do visit it each and every day … but I love it, too! 🙂
Floating in the pool with a good book.
That sounds so nice … anything to soak up some rays always sounds good to me!
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I’d choose a trip to the beautiful Texas Hill country, I’d rent a peaceful cabin there for a few days and take my machine and a quilt project to work on. Some books and magazines that I haven’t had time to read, and a good bottle (or 2) of wine to enjoy. I’d visit a few antique shops and a winery. Thanks for the chance to win, and enjoy YOUR getaway, wherever you go !!
I don’t know what I’ll do just yet, but this sounds VERY enticing .. and I definitely would say to take the 2 bottles!
You’d find me going to a Christian Woman’s retreat in the Mountains.
It’s always so nice to spend time with those who make us feel so wonderful!
I’d love a few days with my family, camping in the hills or mountains. Walking, fishing, reading, visiting, just getting away from the internet and have some peaceful days.
Now, while the internet is the life-line for Homespun Hearth, I do believe that no access would force me to relax!
I believe I would go to Scotland. It has been on my bucket list for a while and I can hear the bagpipes already. Just hiking and enjoying the scenery sounds wonderful to me.
I love Scotland! I took a 3 week Scottish Culture immersion course there and it was one of the best experiences of my life. And now, I would just be keeping an eye out for Jamie Fraser .. 😉
If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me in North Carolina..spending time with my Daughter! A trip to see the ocean again..and then into her sewing room to sew & laugh together! PRICELESS Get-a-way for Me!! (Miss her soooo much!)
Thank you for chance to win your Give-a-way too! 😀
NC is such a lovely place .. and it always seems to be up there with places to visit or a great place to retire!
If I could go anywhere for a few day it would be wonderful IRELAND!! There are definitely more than 40 shades of green and some of the most wonderful people. It is the place to relax.
The coast of Ireland has such spectacular views – and you are right about all those greens!
I would try to finish some of my UFO’s before I start on any new projects. Then go to the beach to hunt for shells and watch the sun set over the water while sipping a margarita. I would love to travel to Japan to visit Mt. Fuji and some temples or maybe Ireland to visit some castles.
Wow — so many fun ideas! I don’t know about finishing the UFOs .. I’ve always said I can’t pass on until I finish all of my projects, so I have a pile a mile high! I love seashell hunting, too. But, you had me at Margaritas!
At home sewing and ignoring housework!
Likey Likey – so easy peasy!
“If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me not cooking or cleaning, that’s for sure! I’d be working on my quilts for our new house in the mountains.”
Hmm, Rhonda – be sure to stay tuned … we have the perfect Mountain throw coming soon!
If I could get away somewhere different, it would be to Argentina! I’ve always wanted to visit there. It is my husband’s (other) favorite country after the USA.
Oh, now that sounds so foreign and fun! I’ve never been anywhere in South America, so what a great place to start!
In a chair in the shade of a tree, with a big glass of iced tea reading an exciting mystery novel! Pure heaven!
My kind of heaven, too!
I would head to the Upper Peninsular of Michigan on Lake Superior
That would be a totally new spot for me — sounds wonderful!
A villa in Tuscany.. near a small town but with some lovely small restaurants… mmmm
That sounds heavenly! I just saw a report on the 10 most charming villages in Italy — and I love love love Italy!
You would kind me on the beach of Honolulu, Hawaii. It would be a beautiful iew. Thank You, Vicki
You are right … it’s always just a beautiful view!
A hotel in Hawaii on the beach. There would be quilt classes at a nearby quilt shop for the afternoons. 😊
There’s a cute little quilt shop on Maui that I’ve really enjoyed!
I would be in the countryside of Holland, where the tulips and bright color trims on the houses and the traditional dress of the townsfolk would inspire me in designing my quilts. I would of course spend part of my days quilting and the rest just soaking up the atmosphere.
Ahh, the Keukenhof Gardens would be a wonderful little spot to visit! I’ve been there a couple of times – one time it was right when they opened, before lots of busses showed up, and it was so beautiful and peaceful!
I would take a road trip, taking the back roads, enjoying the views, seeing new things, and visiting a few quilt stores along the way.
Marty, I would love to join you! 😉 I think when you come down to our retreat, you need to take a back road or two!
At a Pacific Ocean beach. Worst day at the beach is better than most days anywhere else.
Funny and oh-so-true … If I’m going Pacific, I’ve always wanted to go to diving in Bora Bora … where the waters are warm!
I would rent a cabin in one of Minnesota’s State Parks away from all the telephones, noise of the television and in and out of people coming to the house.
Only a few days? Hmm… not enough time to tour Ireland 😦
Somewhere with a spa, that’s for sure!
Now, why didn’t I think of a spa??? That’s a perfect little get-away .. even if just for an afternoon!
I would love to be at a quilting retreat with nothing to do but quilt and meet new friends.
That’s sure a wonderful thing about retreats!
One day I would love to be able to attend the Paducha Quilt show and all the places to visit in the area.
Sounds like fun!
I’d be someplace warm, sitting on the beach with a good book!
My kind of VACA for sure!
If I just had a few days, I wouldn’t want to go far, because traveling would take up all my relaxation time! I think that I would want to hire someone to do the cooking and cleaning, and just stay home and curl up with a good book and my sewing machine!
Love that idea … just hire a bunch of people to take care of my every whim 🙂
I would rent a cabin with a porch in the Blue Ridge Mountains, drink lemon water and
read.
I would head to a cabin in the woods where I could enjoy the peace and quiet of nature and rock on the porch sewing my crazy quilt squares.
This sounds so peaceful!
If I had a few days to go or do wherever I pleased, you’d find me with Sherri quilting/sewing. This would be even better if we were on a quilting cruise or a New England bed and breakfast on the coast.
I would head to New Hampshire and sit by a lake or to Maine and sit by the ocean. Would bring a good book and some hand work!
I would love to go to Gulf Shores, Alabama for some soft shell crabs and big red shrimp. It would be nice to warm my feet on the warm sand. They have a couple of nice quilt shops there that I would like to visit too.
We always enjoyed this same quick getaway – we lived in Montgomery for several months, and we loved the coast!
I would take an Alaskan Cruise ship to hopefully see the Northern Lights first hand, and to do NO cooking or cleaning chores!
This sounds so wonderful! I’ve never been to Alaska, but it is certainly up there with wanna-dos!
You know, I always think it would be so fun to sit on the beach or travel somewhere exotic but I’ve done that and it’s a lot of work to get ready and to come home and honestly, last time I was on the beach, it was hot, and lots of flies. Today I sewed all day and I enjoyed it more than anything I’ve done this whole month. As long as the phone doesn’t ring and not too many people drop in, I’d like a sewing day more than a trip. Have fun.
Home Sweet Home .. it goes without saying!
You would fine me in Greenwood, Indiana visiting my good friend, so we could shop, sew, quilt, garden and cook together.