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February & March class calendar

If you have a new Babylock machine, call us to sign up for a class. 

Our Mug Rug class begins in March.  This is a new addition this year.  It is for the embroidery machine.  There are two classes available each month - one from 1 pm to 3:30 pm, the other from 5 pm to 7:30 pm.  I will post more details as they become available. 

We are continuing to offer our Serger Foot class and the Embroidery In The Hoop class.  Both of these classes have two times available on the date they are taught - 1 pm to 3:30 pm OR 5 pm to 7:30 pm.  I will post information on cost, etc., soon.

Have a question?  Call us at 801-266-6942 

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July classes & events (plus a sneak peak at August)

The year is now half over!  EEK!! Christmas is coming!  Good thing we have Christmas in July scheduled July 16^th through 26^th.  Shop now to get the supplies and machines you need to complete your Christmas lists.  

July 4th and July 24th -- we will be open from 12 noon to 5 pm.

We have lots of classes happening in July.  Click on the calendar below for a quick view of the dates.  (The August and September calendars are available at the end of the post.  All classes subject to change.  Always call the store @ 801-266-6942 to verify and sign up.)

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Kid’s Club – Our kid’s summer sewing program is back!  Our second session starts July 3 with additional classes on July 10, 17 & 31.  For just $125, your young sewing enthusiast can make this great “Bakers set” in just four classes.  Projects include an apron, oven mitt and chef hat.  Call NOW to sign up.  Class starts at 10:30 am.  Ages 8 to 12. 

Block Party – Since Independence Day is Friday, July 4^th, we will be holding Block Party of July 11^th and July 12^th.   If you would like to join us, call the store for hours (801-266-6942).

 Serger Retreat -- Calling all Ovation and Evolution owners.  Join us on July 11 OR July 12 for our first Serger Retreat.  We will make fun projects and help you to learn more about your wonderful machine.  Just $99.99 for lunch and 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 July 17 and August 21.

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.  On July 25, August 21 and September 12, Carolyn is having an “Open Sew” which means you can bring whatever project you are working on OR want to work on and she will help you out.

Embroidery Club – Join us on 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.  Look at all the wonderful projects that were submitted for the Quilt Challenge.  

THE WINNER!!

PLUS, all of these fun projects were shared with us too

Great pictures, right?   Click on the August and September calendars below to see what's happening next.  (All calendars subject to change.  Call the store at 801-266-6942 to sign up and verify class date and time.)

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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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March Embroidery Club

So much talent at the Murray Embroidery Club!  Thanks everyone for sharing your ideas. Remember to go to the Stitching Sisters event next month.  See you in May!

March & April class calendars

Have a question?  Want to sign up for a class?  Call us at 801-266-6942!

March Machine Madness begins March 10 and goes through March 22 with great deals on machines.  Fabric Frenzy is on March 13th.  Lots and lots of sales!  

Join us for Embroidery Club on March 15th at 10 am.  Remember the challenge to take a non Easter design and create something for Easter.  Bring a sample of the original - sewn out or a picture.  Can't wait to see what everyone comes up with.  We are cancelling Embroidery Club in April so you all can attend Stitching Sisters.

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 March 20 and April 17.

Rag quilts are an easy project to create for a new baby.  Meet with Irene on March 27 to learn this fun way to make a quilt.






Click on the calendar above to view the machine classes for March.  April's calendar is located at the end of the blog.  April is our ANNIVERSARY month - we will 53 years old!!  Lots and lots of sales coming up! 

Girls Night Out - April 5 from 4-8 pm.

Quilting 101  - A six part class for sewers that would like to learn the art of piece quilting.  Each class will be two hours long.  Jolene will teach basic quilting skills while helping you create a beautiful four block table topper.  Classes will begin April 2.  Class fee is $75 plus supplies.  Quilt kits will be available.

Quilt Tying – Join us for the three part class introducing the art of quilt tying.  Each class will be an hour long starting April 3.  Jolene will teach how to choose the right fabric, the proper care of your fabric, different quilting patterns and so much more.  Sign up now for just $30.

Time with Teresa – Placemat   Summer is on its way! Get ready for some fun picnicking with these cute placemats! They roll up and tie closed for easy carrying and they even have a convenient zipper pocket on one side to hold your napkin and utensils!  Classes will fill up quick so be sure to sign up early!  Class is on April 10 and is $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.  Selvage Bag – April 11 - Create unique and colorful fabric by using your selvages!   Selvages are the tightly woven finished edges that run the entire length of your yardage.   They often have writing, or colored circles that show all of the colors used in that fabric.  Trim your selvage strips at least 1 ½” – 2” wide so you see some of the fabric pattern.  These are sewn onto a foundation fabric, hiding all the raw edges.  The class project will be a zippered bag, but you can create any item once you create your own fabric sewn with selvages.  

John Deer's Adorable Ideas Event

Sign up NOW for the John Deer Adorable Ideas Event Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th for just $99.  The price includes lunch, snacks, use of machines and supplies PLUS a bonus pack valued at $300!  Each person will take home some completed projects and have FUN FUN FUN.

Call us at 801-266-6942 to sign up.

New financing dates and options

Want to hear some GREAT news?  We are offering 60 month 0% interest financing NOW through September 29th.  The minimum purchase is just $1500!

 

WOW  What a great time to buy now for Christmas.  If you are thinking about purchasing a new machine, come and see us at the Murray Cotton Shop (6100 S State).  Don't hesitate - remember, this offer is only good through

September 29, 2013.