Saturday, May 31, 2014

June classes and events (plus a preview of July)

 June is a busy time of year.  We have graduation parties, summer picnics, ball games and lots of fun things to occupy our time.  With all of your time pulled in so many directions, don't forget to take time for yourself.  Sign up for a class at the Murray Cotton Shop (801-266-6942).

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Join us the The Beehive Shop Hop Summer Buzz Table Topper Tour on June 3-7.  Each store will have an original table topper with a free pattern available.  Enter to win one of two $50 gift certificates from each participating shop.  Want a map?  Visit beehiveshophop.com or Beehive Shop Hop Blog.  Check out some of our table top displays.



Kid’s Club – Our kid’s summer sewing program is back!  We start on June 5 and will have classes weekly.  Come visit the store to see what we have in store for your budding sewing enthusiast.  Cost is just $125 for the four week session which includes the kits and the use of a machine. There are two sessions available - June 5,12,19 & 26 OR July 3, 10, 17 & 31.  
In the June "On the Go" session, you will make a bag, small purse and notepad/kindle holder.
In the July "Bakers set" session, you will make an apron, oven mitt and chef hat.
Call NOW to sign up.  Ages 8 to 12. 

Time with Teresa – Table Runner – Celebrate summer with this quick to stitch watermelon table runner. Join Teresa on June 12 for just $15 plus supplies.

Knit/Crochet – Want to learn how to knit or crochet?  Need a refresher course?  Love these scarves and want to know how to make them?  For just $15, Ann will help you decipher crochet or knitting patterns, master the triple-crochet or help you to recall the skills that once were lost.  Classes will be held on June 19 and July 17.
Beginning Sewing – Each month, Carolyn will teach beginning sewers new skills like inserting a zipper, sewing articles of clothing or useful items for storage and fun.  Each class is $20 per session.

4-Sided Place Mat - On June 20, learn to create a Placemat using 4 coordinating fabrics.   Flip the colors 
depending on your mood, or to hide spills!  You'll love applying this technique to other creative projects such as Holiday themed placemats, table runners, kid friendly placemats or child busy mats. For those fabric scraps that you can't bear to part with, make a smaller mug rug!
The next Beginning Sewing class will be held on July 25.  Plan now!


Embroidery Club – Join us on June 21 and July 19 for Embroidery Club at the Murray store.  We will display and educate on different techniques, projects and so much more.  Don’t forget to bring your own show-n-tell items.  Don't forget your Quilt Challenge project in June.  Call us for details.


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Monday, May 5, 2014

May classes

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May is here and so are new classes at our Murray store.



Time with Teresa – Quilt Labels   Learn paper piecing techniques to create at label for your quilts or any other project. Choose from 6 different designs and make a label for those treasured quilts. Quilts all have a story and these labels are a great way to document them. Use your label to add a name, date, story or occasion to your quilt and make it a treasured heirloom!  A fun technique to discover on May 8 for just $15 plus supplies.












Beginning Sewing – Each month, Carolyn will teach beginning sewers new skills like inserting a zipper, sewing articles of clothing or useful items for storage and fun.  Each class is $20 per session.

PJ Pants - Join us on May 16th to create this cute pair of pajama pants.  The class is $40 this month because it will go from 3 pm to 7:30 pm.  Call to book your spot.










 4-Sided Place Mat - On June 20, learn to create a Placemat using 4 coordinating fabrics.   Flip the colors 
depending on your mood, or to hide spills!  You'll love applying this technique to other creative projects such as Holiday themed placemats, table runners, kid friendly placemats or child busy mats. For those fabric scraps that you can't bear to part with, make a smaller mug rug!




Knit/Crochet – Want to learn how to knit or crochet?  Need a refresher course?  Love these scarves and want to know how to make them?  For just $15, Ann will help you decipher crochet or knitting patterns, master the triple-crochet or help you to recall the skills that once were lost.  Classes will be held on April 17, May 15 and June 19.

Rag Quilt – A rag quilt is a quick and easy project for a baby present, someone’s birthday or to use while cuddling on the couch.  Irene will show you how it’s done on May 22 for just $15 plus supplies.


Kid’s Club – Our kid’s summer sewing program is back!  We start on June 5 and will have classes weekly.  Come visit the store to see what we have in store for your budding sewing enthusiast.  Cost is just $125 for the four week session.  There are two sessions - one in June and one in July.  Call NOW to sign up.





Time with Teresa – Table Runner – Celebrate summer with this quick to stitch watermelon table runner. Join Teresa on June 12 for just $15 plus supplies.


Embroidery Club – Join us on May 17 and June 21 for Embroidery Club at the Murray store.  We will display and educate on different techniques, projects and so much more.  Don’t forget to bring your own show-n-tell items.  Bring your quilt challenge in June.  Call us for details.

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