because we love to knit . . . and knit with love
because we love to knit . . . and knit with love
2025 Project Gallery
Tulip Loop Vest by Other Loops
Nouverie by Melissa N West
Up & Up Hat by Melissa Nemitz
Illusion Shawl by A la Sasha
more on the 2025 k1love1 retreat
Location: Courtyard Marriott, 2 E Main, Bay City, Michigan 48708, (989) 778-1800
Check out the pictures, map and further details on their website:
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mbscb-courtyard-bay-city/
You will be e-mailed a reservation link upon receipt of your registration.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 through Sunday, September 28, 2025
Fee:: Arrival Thursday or Friday: $250 (before 8/1/25) $270 (after 8/1/25)
(registration fee includes all classes)
To attend classes only and not participate in the rest of the event:
1 class = $20 2 classes = $35 3 classes = $50 4 classes = $60
Deadline: September 1, 2025
Check-in: As early as 3:00 p.m. Thursday (Welcome gathering at 7:00 p.m.)
Check-out: Sunday, 11:00 a.m.
Rooms:
There are doubles and singles blocked out for our event. The doubles will allow up to 5 guests, and the singles will allow up to 3 guests (the 5th and 3rd guests would be on a pull-out or roll-away. Doubles: $125/night Singles: $115/night
Area:
The Courtyard is right on the Saginaw River at the south end of downtown Bay City. There are beautiful views and 2 restaurants across the street, in addition to the lovely Courtyard Bistro. It is a short 20-minute walk to the charming downtown or an even shorter 3-minute drive—plenty of shopping opportunities and places to munch. Also, there’s YARN!: A Piece of Ewe, a lovely yarn shop just a 15-minute walk up the street, Dragonfly Quilt and Yarn is about a 10 minute drive, and The Little Yarn Shop, a less than 20-minute drive.
Food:
Your registration fee includes dinner Friday and/or Saturday. Because of the many options available in the area and our personal morning preferences, breakfast and lunch will be up to each individual. Also, each room is outfitted with a small refrigerator for added convenience. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages, however, we are not permitted by Courtyard to bring our own food and beverages into the conference room.
what to bring
Knit and crochet projects
Weather appropriate outer wear
Swimsuit, optional
Mad Money
Patterns
Casual clothing
Comfortable shoes
Needles/Hooks/Notions
Work-out attire, optional
Some of your favorite projects to show and tell
And, of course, a friendly attitude!
SAMPLE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
THURSDAY
3–7 Arrival & Check-in
7 Meet & Greet in the Conference Room
7:30 A Few Words from Lori
7:45–11 Conference Room Open for Knitting, Socializing, Shopping, and final class preparations,
Group Activity or Project
Light Snacks, Wine and Soft Drinks
FRIDAY
10-Noon 2 Classes Offered
Noon–3 Break for Lunch & Free Time
3–5 2 Classes Offered
6 Dinner in the Conference Room
Water, Coffee, Soft Drinks & Wine provided
8–11 Group Activity or Project
8–11 Conference Room Open for Knitting, Socializing & Shopping
SATURDAY
10–Noon 2 Classes Offered
Noon–3 Break for Lunch and free time
3–5 2 Classes Offered
6 Dinner in the Conference Room –
Water, Coffee, Soft Drinks & Wine provided
7:30–8 Group Activity
8:30–8:45 Closing Words from Lori
8:45–11 Conference Room Open for Knitting, Socializing & Shopping
SUNDAY
11 Check-out
You may also wish to spend a little more time strolling around Bay City.