Stitches Midwest - 2011.  Remember, we are planning a bus trip to Stitches Midwest from Ludington on FRIDAY, August 26, 2011 returning SATURDAY, August 27, 2011.
Here is a synopsis of the information received so far.

1. Download Stitches Midwest 2011 Brochure
2. Online information and Registration about Stitches (Be aware that certain classes fill up quickly, so if you are interested in taking a class, register soon.
   
3. Conference Center and Hotel information -
   (The Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center in Schaumburg, IL) 
   The hotel at the convention center is sold out.
   
   There are many hotels near the Convention Center.  Here are some alternatives recommended by the people at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center.
   

• Hyatt Place Schaumburg (847-330-1060)
• Hampton Inn, Hoffman Estates (847-882-4301)

The listed price of $100.00 for the bus is tentative.  The bus trip cost is dependent on the number of people who register.  Also, the $100.00 fee does not include cost for room, meals, or YARN!

REGISTER

1. Stitches
   Register for classes, banquet, fashion show, etc. online at STITCHES (http://www.knittinguniverse.com/expos/class_list.php?event_id=56&only_market=0)
2. Hotel
   Register for your room at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel ($154 per night) at (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chirs?groupCode=stmstma&app=resvlink&fromDate=8/25/11&toDate=8/28/11)
   or call Phone: 847-303-4100 or oll Free: 800-468-3571 SOLD OUT!  See other suggestions above.
   
3. Nautical Yarn Charter bus
   Email stitches@nauticalyarn.com.  The cost for the charter bus will, as last year, depend on the number of attendees.  We expect more attendees this year, but based on last year's information the cost per person will be $100 with a $50 deposit paid when you register and the balance due in August.
   

If you have any questions about the trip, please contact Carole at 231-845-9868.