Dear Weronika, I missed last year's IOLI in Harrisburg, PA, and it was the first I've missed in many years. They've been held in the East, the West, and in between, and each one is the best money you'll ever spend, and the best time you'll ever have. The cost is not expensive when you consider what you get. The classes are taught by the best in the world. The vendors are to dream about, and the whole hotel is filled with Lacemakers. There are often other hotel guests who soon get the gist of what we're about and are quite amazed! The Bulletin gives you the agenda which doesn't vary much once you get registered. They'll give you a day by day schedule when you check in and you'll find it easy to follow.
And this year, we're pleased that the hostess Guild has arranged a luncheon for us Spiders! Isn't that great? Thank you Rocky Mountain Lacers. One of the best things about Convention is the comradre you will have with other lacemakers. Always prepare to sit in the lobby, atrium, or wherever there is a spot light enough, and you are free, to do some bobbin lace for the passer-bys. As for affording it, I wrote my last will and testament long ago, "Being of sound mind, I spent it all." Having a supportive husband helps as well. Go for it, Gal - you won't regret it! Happy Lacemaking, Betty Ann in Roanoke, Virginia USA ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ -----Original Message----- From: Weronika Patena <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Who's going to the IOLI convention this year? And for people who've been before, what's it like? I'm thinking of going, but it is pretty expensive, now that I've actually added it all up - do you think it's worth it? - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
