Serger Basics
Welcome to the world of serging! This class is for all serger owners, featuring 4-thread and 3-thread techniques. We will learn how a serger works, threading steps and basic serger skills. This class is open to customers who purchased a qualifying Serger from any McDougal Sewing location. McDougal Sewing does NOT participate in the free […]
Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
This class is for any mechanical – Viking E-10, E-20 & Emerald series, or Brother PS-100 and the Digital PS200T, and PS300T , the Pfaff Passport 2.0 & 3.0, the JUKI HZL-70-HWA or any new Elna mechanical machine recently purchased at McDougal Sewing locations. We show you how the wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your stitch […]
Feet Fetish – T-shirt Quilting Part 3
Combine T-shirt logos and pieced sections in various sizes to make a keepsake quilt that will be cherished for years to come. T-shirt quilts or laundry bags make memorable handmade graduation gifts or memory blankets that your loved ones will use at concerts or cuddle by the fireplace! They are an easy way to preserve special T-shirts […]
Zippers 3 Ways
Zippers 3 ways In this class, you’ll learn to install zippers using 3 different methods. We’ll make a pouch with a centered, lapped, and invisible application. With these methods, you’ll be able to install a zipper in most garments and home decor projects Supply List: 3-Zipper Bag Supply List
Introduction to Quilting
Introduction to Quilting Lecture style class In this class, you will learn quilting terminology, quilting abbreviations, about tools of the trade, how to purchase fabric, picking a block design, how much fabric you need, picking and matching colors and fabric designs, and troubleshooting your color combinations. You are now ready for our class Beginning Quilting […]
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 you get […]
Novice Sewing
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: Novice sewing Supply list
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 Level: All Levels […]
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 […]
Learn to Sew
You’ve learned to operate your machine- now what? In this class you’ll learn about thread, needles types, grainlines and interfacings. We’ll review straight line stitching and practice turning corners, curves and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you've learned to construct a needle book to help organize your machine needles. Supply List: […]