Come join Nadine & Mark and Judith Cordell for a fantastic holiday on the Costa Dourada in Spain, where you can join this wonderful lacemaking retreat. Lacemakers of all skill levels are welcome to join us at the Gran Palas Hotel & Spa from October 15th to October 22nd, 2024 for an unforgettable week.
During this week, Judith will be available to help you with your projects or maybe you just want to take advantage of a distraction free week of lacemaking with likeminded people. The workshop days are organised with morning and afternoon sessions each lasting 3 hours. We have a spacious room filled with natural light which we will convert into a comfortable studio with plenty of space to work in. We provide tables, chairs, and a magnifying lamps for your convenience. Plus, there will be tea and coffee facilities available to keep you energised throughout the day.
The Gran Palas Hotel and Spa is situated right on the beach, offering picturesque walks with palm trees providing shade. Additionally, the hotel boasts the largest and best equipped spa in Catalonia, where you can indulge in relaxation or pamper yourself with a treatment from one of their skilled therapists.
When it comes to dining, the hotel offers a variety of options to suit all tastes and dietary needs. You can choose between indoor and outdoor dining experiences, ensuring that your culinary preferences are met throughout your stay.
Nadine & Mark will be there for you from the moment you book until your departure, providing any assistance you may need along the way. Whether it's arranging airport transfers or offering packing advice, they are dedicated to making your trip as smooth as possible.
As a special treat, we have set aside one day for an excursion to Barcelona. Depending on the group's preferences and the weather, you can enjoy a guided tour of Gaudi's artwork and architecture or visit the famous monastery of Montserrat.
Book your place now to secure your spot for this unforgettable stitching holiday on the Spanish coast.
We can't wait to welcome you to Creative Experiences.
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Judith Cordell
In 1994, I was looking for something to absorb my time. I found myself flicking through an Adult Education brochure, my attention was drawn to a section on Bobbin Lacemaking and my love of lace was born.
By 2002, I was designing and teaching Rosaline Perle lace. As well as running my own local lace workshops, I have taught for the Lace Guild (UK) and found myself teaching at weekends in country houses and glorious tourist locations, given workshops to lace groups across the UK, Europe and America.
The world of lace has bought me into contact with some wonderful people many of whom have become good friends.
In 2011 I published my first book, I remember being interviewed by a lace magazine and being asked if I was pleased with the production – I was enormously – I’d had such good feedback, it was a real boost and I’m most proud of keeping one of the little known about Belgium laces in the limelight. You’d be amazed how many people ask me if Rosaline is a new lace. Even today, having studied many wonderful antique pieces of Rosaline I am finding new techniques to incorporate into my designs. I have introduced coloured silks to enhance features and keep the designs looking modern and fresh.
Rosaline Perle lace originates from Belgium and belongs with the family of duchesse flower laces. Often thought of as the poor member of the family, Rosaline was worked with relative quickness and ease forming long swags and trails used for collars and edgings. Made up of a series of motifs, dominated by the pretty Rose, joined with small plaits and picots and finished with fluted decorative edges.
With only 14 bobbins and no thread ends to deal with, the floral motifs can easily be adapted for use by the modern lacemaker.
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How can I book my holiday with Creative Experiences?
Please go to the class you would like to book. You can find the button to book on the top right. Please enter all your details and you will receive a booking confirmation. In case you have any questions before booking, please contact us by email on info@creative experiences.com or click the enquiry button. We would love to hear from you.
How much is the deposit for my holiday?
To book your holiday with Creative Experience, there is 20% non-refundable deposit due. This deposit must be paid on time of booking.
Please contact us on info@creative-experiences.com if you require a different payment structure.
How can I pay for my holiday?
You can pay your holiday by online payment. We work with Stripe which is our online payment system. It is very secure and we have been working with Stripe for many years.
Who is running Creative Experiences?
Creative Experiences is run by MNR Travel Ltd. MNR Travel stands for Mark and Nadine Roger and we have been working in the travel industry for more than 20 years. We have run The Alpine Experience in Les Carroz, France in the past 10 years. The Alpine Experience offered embroidery, lacemaking, beadwork and textile art classes with fabulous teachers from all over the world. Since 2023, we have launched Creative Experiences to take all craft classes on the road and travel with our tutors and guests to the most amazing places in the world to craft.
We do enjoy all crafts and hope to provide as many holidays around the world in the future.
Where can I find my itinerary once my holiday is booked?
Once you have booked your holiday with us, you will be send a booking confirmation with all information.
Do I need travel insurance?
We advise you to buy travel insurance for your holiday with us.
Are all holidays accessible for disabled guests?
Creative Experiences will only book hotels with disabled access. We cannot guarantee that we will have disabled access in private villas but please contact us to confirm.
How do I know I can trust Creative Experience with my holiday?
We are Nadine and Mark Roger and we are a small family company who have been working in travel and hospitality for over 20 years. We are organising craft holidays all over Europe and we will always be with you on the travel. We have many years of experiences with selling holidays to our clients and we always try our best to ensure you have the best holiday.
Can my husband, wife, partner or friend join this holiday without joining the class?
Yes of course, your husband/wife, partner or friend can join your holiday as a non-participant. We are more than happy to help organising different activities for the non-participant guests. The non-participant must share a bedroom with you in a double or twin bedroom. The discount for non-participants is £250
How can I travel from the airport or train station to the holiday venue?
You have different options to travel from the airport or train station to the venue. You can book with us shared transfers where we offer you to come and pick you up at the specific time for an additional charge. You can organise your own private transfer such as taxi or any other private transfers companies at your own expense. We can help you finding train times if you want to come by train from the airport or train station to the venue.
I would like to share a bedroom but I have no one to share it with?
You would like to share a bedroom with someone to share the cost but you have no one to share with? We are happy to talk to other clients who have booked on that class if anybody would like to share with you. However, we cannot guarantee that it will be successful.
Will my bedroom have an en-suite bathroom?
We will only offer accommodation/ bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.