KS Retreat

A beautiful spring day!

Blossoming tree

The magnolia tree was magnificent this year!

Another deck picture

It wraps around the south and east sides, and is just perfect for sittin' a spell!

Now for the dirtwork!

Deck is completed!

The deck is up!

Nearby Quilt Shops!

Shops a short drive from Alice's:
Common Threads, in Syracuse, NE. "When you arrive at Common Threads you'll step back in time. Through our doors you'll see a restored 1880's bank building complete with vault and safe. This charming atmosphere sets the stage for our unique shop. We offer beautiful quilting fabrics, homespuns, over dyed felted 100% woolens, books, patterns, notions and gifts. "

The Fabric Fairie in Auburn "A small shop with a big creative spirit. We have lots of batiks new patterns, novelty yarn and cozy atmosphere."

Needles I in Auburn: "Bright and Cheerful! Fabric aand ideas in every direction. Always carrying the hot, new notions, patterns and books. Make sure you set aside plenty of time to take it all in! Our staff is always ready to help you start and complete a new project! Sewing machine repair and scissor sharpening available."

Heavenly Treasures in Pawnee City: "A quilter's paradise in a charming 1905 church building. Spacious shopping for your favorite fabrics and so much more! Local featured quilt of the month."

And not so far away, (about an hour's drive) Lincoln is home to The Quilted Kitty, The Calico House, Back Porch, Cosmic Cow, and Hooper Creek . . . Omaha (also about an hour's drive) is home to Country Sampler and the Log Cabin Quilt Shoppe, while Plattsmouth has Seams to Be Quilt Shoppe. For more information about these shops check out Southeast NE Quilt Shops.

Contact Info

For rates and availability; please contact me (Bette) at ksretreat@jagwireless.net or
by phone 402-264-4055

Cozy Beds

Eight bunkbeds = sixteen bunks. Each with a cozy quilt.

Future Plans

Lots of big ideas abound!

First, a deck for the South side! It will be a great area for watching the sunrise and sunset, for breakfasts and suppers, and beautiful fresh clean air. Not to mention a little wildlife watching!

Next, that big white barn! Wouldn't it be great to have it all finished up and ready for larger groups and larger activities? For quilt sized tables for basting, and full sized quilt frames for quilting?

And of course, gardening! Alice loved her flowers and we can't wait to get more of the landscaping finished, and have a nice little kitchen garden so our ladies can get their vegetables!

Nature trails and hayrack rides will also be available, as well as opportunities for the kids to come stay, with their parents or in a group, and enjoy the simple pleasures of haybale forts and bug chasing.

History

We started renovating Alice's Little Blue House in 2005 and had our first guests in April of 2006. Since then we've had several groups of quilters come enjoy the opportunity for a peaceful get-away.

Accommodations

Kindred Spirits is a cozy little home that features eight bunk beds. Sixteen beds and sixteen welcoming quilts. A shared bathroom with shower, bed and bath linens provided.

Snacks are also provided. Whether you like coffee or you like sodas, just let us know and the fridge will be stocked and the coffee pot on.

The meals; Friday supper, Saturday continental breakfast, noon sandwich lunch, and hearty Saturday supper, Sunday morning waffles, are delicious and homemade. We will be happy to accomodate your dietary preferences.

Upstairs in the Great Room, work tables await. The windows open out to great views of the Nebraska countryside. Another bathroom with a bathtub. A design wall and computers with internet access to assist in your planning.

Bring your tools and your friends and get ready to relax and play.

Kindred Spirits Retreat

Kindred Spirits Retreat: a gathering, sharing, relaxing kind of place for quilters, crafters, and friends.