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In years past McDougal's and our sewing customers have made breast cancer pillows, pillowcases with toiletries for homeless shelters, adult bibs for meals-on-wheels and backpacks for children entering emergency foster care. This year we will partner with the SPCA and make kennel blankets in various sizes. Shelters are bursting at the seams, so help us […]
Snuggles for Pets Service Project
Try a Pfaff Creative Icon 2 (George R Brown Convention Center)
Pfaff is celebrating 160 years and ushering in a new era of sewing with the Creative Icon 2! Now is your chance to sew on the NEW Creative Icon 2 with Camera and AI technology! The creative icon™ 2 sewing and embroidery machine marks a revolutionary step for sewists. A world first in the home sewing […]
Try a Pfaff Creative Icon 2 (George R Brown Convention Center)
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Computer/Digital/Mechanical Basics
Computer/Digital/Mechanical Basics Sew….You have a new Machine! Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine. We are honored that you have placed your confidence in McDougal Sewing Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your new machine, it is highly encouraged that you attend our “quick start” programs designed to help […]
Computer/Digital/Mechanical Basics
Machine Embroidery Basics
Machine Embroidery Basics Join McDougal Sewing Centers Embroidery Specialists for a hands-on embroidery quick start session. This workshop will cover: Navigating your embroidery machine Threading for embroidery Proper hooping and basic stabilization Lettering Bring your machine and its basic embroidery setup, check the supply list below for other supplies needed. Pre-requisite: Computer Machine Basics Course […]
Machine Embroidery Basics
Serger Basics
Serger Basics Welcome to the world of serging! In class one, we go through what your serger can do, stitch length, width, and feeding; as well as threading and 3/4 thread stitching. This class is for all serger owners, featuring 3-thread and 2-thread techniques. We will learn corners, curves, and rolled and flatlock seaming. This […]
Serger Basics
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Serger Basics
Welcome to the world of serging! In class one, we go through what your serger can do, stitch length, width, and feeding; as well as threading and 3/4 thread stitching. This class is for all serger owners, featuring 3-thread and 2-thread techniques. We will learn corners, curves, and rolled and flatlock seaming. This class is […]
Serger Basics
Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
This class is for any mechanical – Viking E-10, E-20 & Emerald series, or Brother mechanical machine and the Digital PS200T, and PS300T or the JUKI HZL-70-HWA or any new Elna mechanical Machine recently purchased at McDougal Sewing. We show you how the wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your […]
Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
Singer Sewing Machine Guide
EXPERIENCE ALL YOUR MACHINE CAN DO FOR YOU WITH A FREE MACHINE GUIDE CLASS. See how to set your machine for best performance. We show you how to wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your stitch patterns. SINGER® Sewing Machine Proof of Purchase Required: – Please bring your original […]
Singer Sewing Machine Guide
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Brother Luminaire Master Class
Class Max is 6. The minimum for Class to Make is 2. Description Learn some of the more advanced skills in embroidery on your Luminaire. Topics covered: Instant applique, Echo/Stippling borders, 3 ways to position, Pattern Connect, Lines and shapes in Design Center, and scanning. Pre-requisite: Must have purchased Luminaire at McDougal Sewing, purchase receipt […]
Brother Luminaire Master Class
Brother Stellaire XE1 or XJ1 Master Class
Class Max is 6. The minimum for Class to Make is 2 Description Learn some of the more advanced skills in embroidery on your Stellaire. Topics covered: How to use the Snap App to scan an image and a fabric; how to auto stipple 2 ways; auto-digitize a jpeg using Design Center; 2 easy ways […]
Brother Stellaire XE1 or XJ1 Master Class
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Novice Sewing
No experience necessary For the absolute beginner, who just wants to learn how to operate your machine. You will learn to thread your machine, wind a bobbin and sew a straight line. I’ll show you the common tools used in home sewing and we’ll complete a small project. Supply List: NoviceSewingSupplyList
Novice Sewing
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How to Use a Pattern
Do you wonder what all those symbols on a pattern mean? This class covers that and more! Learn how to use the information on the pattern envelope to determine your size and fabric requirements. Well cut and construct a pair of elastic waist leisure pants for you or as a gift. Supplies required. Supply List: […]
How to Use a Pattern
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Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine Basics
Sew….You have a new Machine! Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine. We are honored that you have placed your confidence in McDougal Sewing Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your new machine, it is highly encouraged that you attend our “quick start” programs designed to help you get […]
Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine Basics
Viking/PFAFF Machine Embroidery Basics
Join McDougal Sewing Centers Embroidery Specialists for a hands-on embroidery quick start session. This workshop will cover: Navigating your embroidery machine Threading for embroidery Proper hooping and basic stabilization Lettering Bring your machine and its basic embroidery setup, check the supply list below for other supplies needed. Pre-requisite: Viking Computer Machine Basics Course Level: All […]
Viking/PFAFF Machine Embroidery Basics
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Brother Computer Machine Basics
Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine. We are honored that you have placed your confidence in McDougal Sewing Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your new machine, it is highly encouraged that you attend our “quick start” programs designed to help you get acquainted with your machine. Each […]
Brother Computer Machine Basics
Brother Machine Embroidery Basics
Join McDougal Sewing Centers Embroidery Specialists for a hands-on embroidery quick start session. This workshop will cover: Navigating your embroidery machine Threading for embroidery Proper hooping and basic stabilization Lettering Bring your machine and its basic embroidery setup, check the supply list below for other supplies needed. Pre-requisite: Brother Computer Machine Basics Course Level: All Levels […]
Brother Machine Embroidery Basics
Juki Computer Machine Basics
Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine. We are honored that you have placed your confidence in McDougal Sewing Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your new machine, it is highly encouraged that you attend our “quick start” programs designed to help you get acquainted with your machine. Each […]
Juki Computer Machine Basics
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Viking Computer Machine Basics
Sew….You have a new Machine! Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine. We are honored that you have placed your confidence in McDougal Sewing Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your new machine, it is highly encouraged that you attend our “quick start” programs designed to help you get […]
Viking Computer Machine Basics
Viking Machine Embroidery Basics
Join McDougal Sewing Centers Embroidery Specialists for a hands-on embroidery quick start session. This workshop will cover: Navigating your embroidery machine Threading for embroidery Proper hooping and basic stabilization Lettering Bring your machine and its basic embroidery setup, check the supply list below for other supplies needed. Pre-requisite: Viking Computer Machine Basics Course Level: All […]
Viking Machine Embroidery Basics
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Premier+2 Intro & Basics PC/MAC
THIS CLASS IS FOR CUSTOMERS OPERATING ON A MAC or PC Windows Computer. Software classes MUST be taken in the Class Level order. NOT for FREE Version of Premier+2 Software Classes. Level 1 – Intro/Basics (Premier+2 Mac Embroidery/Embroidery Extra/Ultra) Level 2 – Modify/Create (Premier+2 Mac Ultra) All Software Guide Classes are Lecture style. This class is open to customers who purchased […]
Premier+2 Intro & Basics PC/MAC
Premier+2 Modify/Create PC/MAC
THIS CLASS IS FOR CUSTOMERS OPERATING ON A MAC or PC Windows Computer. Software classes MUST be taken in the Class Level order. NOT for FREE Version of Premier+2 Software Classes. Level 1 – Intro/Basics (Premier+2 Mac Embroidery/Embroidery Extra/Ultra) Level 2 – Modify/Create (Premier+2 Mac Ultra) All Software Guide Classes are Lecture style. This class is open to customers who purchased […]
Premier+2 Modify/Create PC/MAC
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Learn to Sew
You’ve learned to operate your machine, now what? In this class you’ll learn about needle types, thread, grainlines, and interfacings. We’ll review stitching straight lines and practice turning corners, curves, and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you’ve learned and construct a NeedleBook to help organize your machine needles. Supply List: 101 […]