Come and celebrate Mary Jo's big day with us
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Monday, January 6, 2014
Saturday Serger Club
Every second Saturday of
the month sewing enthusiast gather together for the “Serger Club”, from 9 – 11
am in the sewing department at Mary Jo’s Cloth Store.
Club leader and instructor
Pam Carter really knows her way around a serger. Each month Pam demonstrates new techniques
and shares fun and creative projects with the group.
This month we will discover the many ways to use the Chain Stitch.
You’ve undoubtedly seen this stitch used to close bags of pet food, sugar and even flour. On the right side the stitching looks like regular machine stitching, but on the underside, the stitch forms loops. Club is located in the Mary Jo’s Sewing Center- Baby Lock sergers will be set up for hands on experience! You don’t need to own a Baby Lock to come, we welcome all serger owners to our club!
We invite you to join Pam
and the rest of the group for monthly serger club fun. You don’t need to bring your machine but you
do need to register in advance. Call 704-861-9100
to reserve your spot in the next Serger Club meeting on March 8, 2014. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Join A New Class For The New Year
Isn't designing and creating your own unique quilt something you'd love to do? Then reserve your spot in our Rag Quilt class today, by calling or emailing Aimee at aimeeg@maryjos.com!
Home Dec Demo Returns in 2014
Are you sewing
draperies, valances or bedding for your home? Are you confused about
all the different lining and interlining materials and which one is best for
your project?
Our home dec sewing
expert is here to help!
Stop by and visit with
Susan Woodcock on Jan. 11 for a free "All About Linings and
Interlinings" workshop.
Susan will help you
learn about the different lining materials available at Mary Jo's Cloth Store,
and share how to use linings to achieve light control, insulation and to
enhance the beauty of your home dec project.
You will also see how to
create a French blackout drapery; a unique layering method that creates a high
end and luxurious finish.
New Year’s Resolutions
As we say goodbye to 2013, it reminds us all to reflect on
what we have accomplished in the past year and what we hope to accomplish in
the new one. Below are some of the top resolutions for any fabric lover,
seamstress and anyone in between!
Clean – It has been a year already; why not
clean your sewing machines, craft closets and fabric stashes? There is no time like the present. Plus you
never know what you may find hiding in the back of that shelf buried under
bobbins, tulle and glitter.
Sharpen -
Gather your scissors, rottery cutter blades and even your kitchen
knives! You will be shocked at the difference a nicely sharpened pair of fabric
scissors can make.
Separate out old or different bobbins – For Mary
Jo’s Cloth Store, 2013 was the year of the sewing machine. If you are like us
and purchased a new machine, be sure you are not using those old bobbins for
your brand new baby!
Take inventory – Don’t fall prey to shopper’s
remorse! How often have you come home with a new set of sewing needles only to
discover you had already purchased the exact same needles 3 months ago? Stop
the madness and take inventory of what you already have, you will not only save
yourself money but a few stress wrinkles along the way.
Designated idea container – A desk, corkboard or
folder, are all great options for your designated idea holder. Use this space
as your go to place to catalogue your to-do lists, inspirational clippings and
even your weekly recipes. This way when
you want to start a new project you will have plenty of ideas to choose from.
Sign up for a class – Challenge yourself, and
learn something new! It is a new year, why not dare yourself to tackle new
obstacles and expand your sewing knowledge.
Take on a new project - You know that dress you
always wanted to make, but never had the time to, or that chair you wanted to
design, but couldn’t bring yourself to finish it? Make 2014 the year you
actually complete your dream task! If not now, then when?
Monday, December 30, 2013
Happy New Year from Mary Jo's
It is hard to believe another
year has come to an end. It has been a
very special year for Mary Jo’s Cloth Store.
We have added new products, started in-store sewing classes and had
spectacular sales events, but our mission remains the same; to offer a wide
selection of fabrics and sewing supplies at the best prices.
As we reflect on the success
of this past year, what we treasure the most are our customers. People who come from close by and far away, to
purchase sewing machines and equipment, fabrics, notions, and sewing supplies
in-person, and on our website.
Our customers are incredible
people: creative, talented and fun.
Magic happens when sewing and fabric enthusiasts come together! Thank you for making our year magical.
To celebrate the arrival of
2014 Mary Jo’s is setting off fireworks in
the store. Fireworks fabric that is!
Ring in the New Year with
fabrics embellished with sequins and metallic embroidery.
Give a toast in honor of
materials that sparkle, shimmer and shine.
In the quilting department
you will find punchy and bright firework themed cotton fabrics.
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| Photo credit: www.marthachellingerhoudquilts.com |
We just had to share these fireworks
quilt designs. What a creative
inspiration from www.etmcreative.com!
All of us at Mary Jo’s Cloth
Store wish you and your family a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Sewing, Quilting and Home Décor in January!
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