Spruce Ridge Studios

2026 ATHA Biennial-Salt Lake City, UT
2026-09-09 - 2026-09-12 | Little America Hotel, 500 S Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84101
We are vending at this fun, exciting event hosted by ATHA Region 10. Dates are September 9th through September 12th and it takes place at the Little America Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.
Times and more information will be posted as they become available.
Visit the ATHA website for more information.

Rug Hooking Week at Sauder Village 2026
2026-08-11 - 2026-08-15 | Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH, 43502
It’s our favorite time of year….come join us for an inspiring and creative week of rug hooking at lovely Sauder Village!
We are very excited to announce that we are an annual returning vendor! Look for us in the Founder’s Hall lobby. Kris is teaching an evening class on designing fraktur inspired patterns. As always, our booth will be brimming with patterns, wool, and fun products that will make you smile. We can’t wait to see you!
Rug exhibit and vendor shopping hours are Wednesday – Saturday (August 12 – 15) from 10 am to 5 pm. Check the RHW at Sauder Village website (below) for admission fees and more information.

Harvest Ridge Hook-In
2026-07-25 | Holmes County Fairgrounds, 8880 State Route 39, Millersburg, OH, 44654
We are honored to be vending at the Harvest Ridge Hook-In this year. We will be bringing a vast assortment of our rug hooking patterns, wool, books, kits, and other fun products.
July 25, 2026 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Click here for the event’s Facebook page which has updates and PDF files with the registration information.

53rd Annual Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03 | Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd., West Friendship, MD, 21794
This is the big one! Sheep, yarn, demonstrations, spinning, weaving, and of course we are there with our rug hooking patterns and wool fabric. Wear comfortable shoes (or boots) and plan to spend the whole day immersed in all the wooly goodness! The festival goes on rain or shine.
Saturday May 2nd 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Sunday May 3rd 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
We are located in Barn 5, space 10.
For admission prices and more information, go to the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival’s website

Old Mill Hook-In (Michigan Hook-In)
2026-04-25 | Dundee Old Mill & Museum, 242 Toledo Street, Dundee, MI, 48131, United States
I’ll be vending at the Old Mill Hook-In on Saturday April 25, 2026 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sponsored by the Southern Michigan Rug Hookrafters.
Doors open at 10:00 am for pre-registered participants. The cost is $35.00, which includes lunch, door prize tickets, and a welcome bag. “Shopping only” is $10.00 per person and does not include lunch.
Registration deadline is April 1, 2026. Please email southernmichiganrh@gmail.com for a registration form or more information.

Historic Franklin Rug Hooking Retreat - 2025
2025-10-26 - 2025-10-30 | Drury Plaza Hotel, 1874 West McEwen Dr. Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
The 2025 Retreat is completely full. Please come back on October 1, 2025 to view the 2026 Retreat information.
We invite you to join us for our annual rug hooking retreat!
October 26 – 30, 2025
Location:
The Drury Plaza is conveniently located right off I-65 approximately 18 miles south of Nashville, TN. The area surrounding the hotel is filled with shopping and lots of restaurants. Beautiful historic downtown Franklin is just 4 miles away and lined with antique shops, boutiques, galleries, and delicious eateries. For the history buff, there are three interesting civil war properties to tour. You may also want to visit the Arrington Vineyards, which is a short drive away. Golf courses abound for those spouses who wish to tag along and play a few rounds. The October weather is delightful in Tennessee! Make it a true Tennessee vacation and extend your visit before or after our retreat.
The Retreat:
We offer 6 nationally known teachers with room in each class for 15 students. Join us for a Meet and Greet on Sunday evening to check in, meet your teacher and get settled in your spot. Instruction hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday – Thursday with a break for a catered lunch at noon. Evenings are on your own for dinner. You may return for evening hooking in the conference room until 10pm.
Fees (due with registration form):
$430.00 tuition for residents staying at the Drury Plaza, $480.00 tuition for commuters. Your tuition fee includes 4 days of instruction, light snack/dessert at the Meet and Greet, 4 catered lunches, and beverages throughout the week. Dinner is on your own at the many restaurants in the area or stay for the evening KickBack meal at the Drury Plaza.
See flier for further details.

Heart of Wisconsin Fall Hook-In
2025-09-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Spencer Lake Christian Center, Waupaca, WI, United States
We will be vending at the Heart of Wisconsin Rug Hooking Guild’s Fall Hook-In. Come shop our booth for lots of patterns, wool, and accessories.
Thursday September 18, 2025, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. RSVP to the guild by September 1st. Admission is $30.00 which includes lunch and snacks, a silent auction, door prizes, and a rug show.
Visit the Heart of Wisconsin website for a registration form and more information: https://www.heartofwisconsinrughooking.com/hook-in.html

Rug Hooking Week at Sauder Village 2025
2025-08-12 - 2025-08-16 | Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH, 43502
It’s our favorite time of year….come join us for an inspiring and creative week of rug hooking at lovely Sauder Village!
We are very excited to be vending again in 2025. Look for us in the Founder’s Hall lobby. We’ll be focusing on lots of NEW rug hooking patterns and products but bringing along a lot of your old favorites too. We can’t wait to see you!
Rug exhibit and vendor shopping hours are Wednesday – Saturday (August 13 – 16) from 10 am to 5 pm. Check the RHW at Sauder Village website (below) for admission fees and more information.

The 9th Annual Gathering of Friends at The Old Tattered Flag
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-21 | The Old Tattered Flag, 29606 State Rt. 12, Watertown, NY, NY, 13601, United States
Friday, June 20, 2025 ~ 1/2 day workshop with Kris
Saturday, June 21, 2025 ~ hook-in: 10 am to 3 pm Come shop in our booth under the tent and see what new patterns, products, and ideas we have brought for you!
Tickets go on sale on March 1, 2025 at 10:00 am. They will sell out quickly! Go to The Old Tattered Flag’s website for purchasing tickets and more information.
(photo courtesy of The Old Tattered Flag)

52nd Annual Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd., West Friendship, MD, 21794
This is the big one! Sheep, yarn, demonstrations, spinning, weaving, and of course we are there with our rug hooking patterns and wool fabric. Wear comfortable shoes (or boots) and plan to spend the whole day immersed in all the wooly goodness! The festival goes on rain or shine.
Saturday May 3rd 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Sunday May 4th 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
We are located in Barn 5, space 10.
For admission prices and more information, go to the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival’s website

2025 Cream City Hook-In
2025-04-24 09:00 - 15:00 | Zoofari Conference Center, 9715 W. Bluemound R., Milwaukee, WI, 53213
I’ll be a vendor at the Cream City Hook-in on April 24, 2025 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. I’ll be bringing lots of patterns, wool, and other fun things that rug hookers love!
Admission price of $40.00 includes lunch, beverages, shopping, door prizes, and a rug show. It’s always a fun day! Check out the Cream City Guild’s website for more information.
Please let me know ahead of time if there is anything specific I can bring you and I’ll have it under my table and waiting for you the day of the hook-in.
Photo: part of the fun fashion show featured at the 2024 Cream City hook-in!

Historic Franklin Rug Hooking Retreat-2024
2024-10-20 - 2024-10-24 | Drury Plaza Hotel, 1874 West McEwen Dr. Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
We invite you to join us for our annual rug hooking retreat!
Please note: The 2024 Retreat is full ~ wait list only
Location:
The Drury Plaza is conveniently located right off I-65 approximately 18 miles south of Nashville, TN. The area surrounding the hotel is filled with shopping and lots of restaurants. Beautiful historic downtown Franklin is just 4 miles away and lined with antique shops, boutiques, galleries, and delicious eateries. For the history buff, there are three interesting civil war properties to tour. You may also want to visit the Arrington Vineyards, which is a short drive away. Golf courses abound for those spouses who wish to tag along and play a few rounds. The October weather is delightful in Tennessee! Make it a true Tennessee vacation and extend your visit before or after our retreat.
The Retreat:
We offer 6 nationally known teachers with room in each class for 15 students. Join us for a Meet and Greet on Sunday evening to check in, meet your teacher and get settled in your spot. Instruction hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday – Thursday with a break for a catered lunch at noon. Evenings are on your own for dinner. You may return for evening hooking in the conference room until 10pm.
Fees (due with registration form):
$430.00 tuition for residents staying at the Drury Plaza, $480.00 tuition for commuters. Your tuition fee includes 4 days of instruction, light snack/dessert at the Meet and Greet, 4 catered lunches and beverages throughout the week. Dinner is on your own at the many restaurants in the area or stay for the evening KickBack meal at the Drury Plaza.

Rug Hooking Week At Sauder Village
2024-08-14 - 2024-08-17 | Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH, 43502
Wednesday August 14 – Saturday August 17, 2024 Vendors and rug show open each day from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
We are very excited to announce that we are vending at Sauder Village this year!
Come shop our wide, wonderful selection of rug hooking patterns, wool and supplies. We will also offer a variety of exclusive kits…some are one-of-a-kind, created just for this event!
Check out their website for more information: https://saudervillage.org/classes-events/special-events/rug-hooking-week-2024
We look forward to seeing you there!

Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival
2024-05-04 - 2024-05-05 | Utah
Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival
May 4 – 5, 2024
Saturday hours are 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Admission is $10.00, under 18 is free
Free parking
Howard County Fairgrounds
2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
We are located in Barn 5, Space 10
https://sheepandwool.org/2024-maryland-sheep-wool-festival/

Historic Franklin Rug Hooking Retreat - 2023
2023-10-15 - 2023-10-19 | Drury Plaza Hotel, 1874 West McEwen Dr. Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Sunday October 15th through Thursday October 19, 2023
Held at the Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Franklin, 1874 West McEwen Drive, Franklin, TN 37067
Teachers: Cheryl Bollenbach, Michele Micarelli, Cathy Stephan, Diane Stoffel, Tricia Travis, Caroline Twigg. The retreat is full at this time.
Visitors Day is Wednesday October 18, 2023 from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Visitors can shop from the teachers and the Retreat Store, as well as visit the rug show on the 11th floor. Please do not enter the ballrooms prior to 3:30 pm, because our teachers will still be working with their students.
For more information, contact franklinrugretreat@gmail.com
2024 Retreat information will be posted here on October 1, 2023. Registration for 2024 will begin on Monday October 23, 2023.

Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival
2023-05-06 - 2023-05-07 | Utah
Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival
Celebrating 50 years!
May 6 – 7, 2023
Saturday hours are 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Admission is $10.00, under 18 is free
Free parking
Howard County Fairgrounds
2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
We are located in Barn 5, Space 10
Here is a link to some helpful information: https://sheepandwool.org/info-faqs/visiting-the-festival/

Cream City 32nd Annual Hook-In
2023-04-27 | Utah
Cream City 32nd Annual Hook-In
Featuring The Golden Age of Illustrated Fairy Tales Rugs
April 27, 2023 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Boerner Botanical Gardens Pavilion
9400 Burner Dr.
Hales Corners, WI 53130 We will be vending at this popular Hook-In. Refreshments, lunch, silent auction, door prizes.
$35.00 admission fee for all day
Please click on this link for on-line registration and more information: https://www.ccrhg.net/registration

2023 Michigan Hook-In
2023-04-01 | Utah
2023 Michigan Hook-In
Hosted by the Southern Michigan Rug Hookrafters
“Once Upon A Time”
Saturday April 1, 2023 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Morris J. Lawrence Building
4800 E. Huron River Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Admission is $30.00, includes morning refreshments, lunch, door prizes, basket raffle, vendors
We will be one of the vendors. Please contact me using the website contact form, if you need a registration form for this event and I will email it to you.

Kansas City Hook-In
2023-03-25 | Utah
Kansas City Hook-In
(formerly the Rock Creek Rugs/Lenexa Hook-In)
Saturday March 25, 2023 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Lenexa Community Center, Lenexa, Kansas
We will be vending at this popular hook-in. Also includes rug show and door prizes, morning refreshments.
For admission prices, on-line registration, and more information, please go to this link: https://www.heartandharerugs.com/new/shop/kchi-online-registration

All The Trimmings Holiday Show
2022-12-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Utah
