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My Sister’s Sewing Sanctuary Guest Guide

We’re so excited to host your creative retreat. This guide includes everything you need for your stay — from house details and craft room information to some of our favorite Parkville restaurants and shops.

Whether you're quilting, sewing, crafting, or simply enjoying time with friends, we hope the sanctuary feels like a peaceful creative home during your stay.

Your retreat includes full access to the sanctuary for your group, including comfortable sleeping accommodations, a dedicated craft studio, and inviting common spaces to relax and gather.

Guests enjoy:

  • A spacious craft studio designed for quilting and crafting retreats

  • Large work tables with plenty of room for projects

  • Cutting and pressing stations

  • A fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals

  • Coffee and tea station

  • WiFi throughout the house

  • Bedrooms for up to 12 guests

What’s Included

For a full list of amenities, visit our Rates & Amenities page.

The heart of the sanctuary is the dedicated craft studio, designed to give every guest room to spread out and create.

Features include:

  • Large workspaces for each guest

  • Cutting and pressing stations

  • Design wall space

  • Comfortable seating for long creative sessions

  • Plenty of natural light

The Craft Studio

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM
Check-out is 11:00 AM

Parking is available in the driveway.

Detailed arrival instructions, entry information, and your personal door code will be sent to you through your reservation confirmation prior to your stay.

If you have questions before arriving, please feel free to reach out.

Check-In & Parking

WiFi information will be provided to guests through their reservation details prior to arrival.

WiFi is available throughout the house, including the craft studio.

House WiFi

The sanctuary uses Alexa devices to control many of the lights and ceiling fans throughout the home.

Guests can simply say commands such as:

Alexa, turn on the craft room lights
Alexa, turn off the kitchen lights
Alexa, turn on the fan

Traditional wall switches can also be used if preferred.

Smart Home Controls

Before checkout, please help us prepare the sanctuary for the next retreat by:

  • Running the dishwasher

  • Placing all trash in the large outdoor trash can

  • Turning off lights and irons before leaving

Thank you for helping keep the sanctuary ready for the next group of creative guests.

Before You LEave

If you need assistance before or during your stay, contact information will be included in your reservation details.

We’re always happy to help if anything comes up during your retreat.

Need Assistance?

Many retreat groups enjoy dividing meals among guests during their stay.

To make planning easier, we’ve created a sample retreat meal plan that includes:

• Simple meal ideas for retreat weekends
• A grocery shopping list
• Recipes scaled for groups of 12 guests

View the guide here:

Sample Retreat Meal Plan

Retreat Meal Planning

Local Favorites in Parkville

Quilting & Creative Shopping

The Fabric Chic - “Amazing creations start with beautiful fabrics.”

Stashworthy Fabric - “Beautifully curated fabrics and hard-to-find designers rarely available in the Midwest”

Easy Takeout & Group Meals

Perfect for nights when your group wants to stay in, relax, and keep sewing. Delivery services such as DoorDash and Uber Eats are available in the Parkville area.

Rancho Grande
Casual Mexican restaurant offering tacos, fajitas, and combo meals that work well for groups.

Whiskey Pizza and Pub
Local favorite for pizza, burgers, and casual comfort food.

KC Sushi
Sushi and hibachi options. Great for takeout or group sushi orders.

K Tacos
Casual taco restaurant with quick service and easy group takeout options.

Fetterman’s Deli
Sandwiches and deli-style meals that are easy for lunch or takeout.

Price Rite Market
Italian market offering prepared foods and premade meal options.

Coffee & Breakfast

Great for mornings before sewing begins.

Parkville Coffee Shop
A cozy local coffee shop in downtown Parkville.

Rochester Brewing & Roasting Company
Coffee and fresh donuts — a fun morning stop for retreat groups. They also have a tap room for the craft beer lover!

Wild Flour Baking Co.
Local bakery offering fresh pastries and baked goods.

The Baker’s Table
Small bakery known for artisan breads and baked treats.

Gusto Coffee Cafe
Coffee shop and café with breakfast and light lunch options.

Roxanne’s Café
A charming local café serving breakfast, lunch, and homemade pies. A great option for a casual meal or a quick dessert stop.

Dine Out (Sit-Down Restaurants)

Perfect if your group wants a night out together in downtown Parkville.

Cafe des Amis
A beautiful French restaurant and a great choice for a special retreat dinner.

Prima Facie Bistro
Upscale dining with steak, pasta, and seasonal menu options. Catering and group dining packages also be available.

Parker Hollow
Seafood-focused restaurant with a refined atmosphere.

The Craic
Casual pub with great food and a fun atmosphere.

Char Bar
Kansas City barbecue with a lively patio and casual vibe.

Johnny’s Tavern
Casual sports bar with burgers, sandwiches, and classic pub food.

Sweet Treats & Downtown Shopping

PopCulture
Popcorn, ice cream, and sweet treats.

Groceries & Supplies Nearby

Hy-Vee
Full grocery store with deli, bakery, and prepared foods.

Price Chopper
Another convenient grocery option for retreat groups.

Target
Great for quick essentials and supplies.

Walgreens
Pharmacy and quick essentials.