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 […]
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 […]
Embroidery Club
A monthly club that meets to learn about new techniques in Embroidery. If you have purchased your machine from McDougal Sewing Center, you are welcome to join. The annual Registration fee is $5 and a $15 class fee each time you attend. Call 281-347-0453 to Register or for more information. Embroidery Club is by Invitation-only. […]
Serger 101 (Open to Public)
SERGER 101 – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Get out that serger, dust it off and learn how to thread it, and do some basic seams in this 2-hour class. This starter class is for 3/4 thread serging only. If you have a 5 thread serger, we will not go into 5 threads or cover stitch. […]
mySewnet Master Class – Silver, Gold, or Platinum
mySewnet Master class for Silver, Gold and Platinum Versions Exploring the Turnable Hoop Description: The Turnable Hoop is perfect for combining embroideries in mySewnet Embroidery and our software will automatically split it for us. We’ll explore combining design elements in mySewnet Embroidery (Silver, Gold or Platinum levels) for the 360mm x 350mm Turnable Hoop. We’ll […]
Wing Needle/Applique with your Embroidery Machine
Cost $55 includes 4 designs In this class, you will be doing designs that incorporate wing needlework and applique. We should have time to do the 4 designs and you can incorporate that into a table runner or repeat and make a quilt or wall hanging. You must be comfortable with your embroidery machine. Machine […]
Installing an Invisible Zipper
Once you see how easy it is to install an invisible zipper you’ll never use anything else! In class we will sew a 18” or 20” pillow cover featuring an invisible zipper. You’ll learn several methods of stabilizing your zipper before sewing, as well as a trick to ensure the bottom of the zipper remains […]
How to Read 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. Supply List: 102 How […]
Advanced Sewing Techniques
MASTER TECHNIQUE CLASS FOR ALL SEWING MACHINES SOLD AT MCDOUGAL SEWING Learn some different techniques your sewing machine is capable of in this 2-hour class offered FREE with a sewing machine purchase from McDougal Sewing. This is a dynamic class that may change each session depending on what most people want to learn. Some techniques […]
Advanced Serger Techniques-Part 1
Free to sergers purchased at McDougal Sewing Let’s learn how to use some of the many stitches our sergers do and how the optional pressure feet help our creativity. Techniques shown will be how to do flat locking, piping, and bead insertion. This is a hands-on intermediate class. You must know how to thread your […]