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 […]
Brother/JUKI/Elna 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/Elna 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. Prerequisite for sewing combo machines: Computer Machine Basics Course Level: […]
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 […]
Stretch Sewing Techniques
Stretch sewing techniques Prerequisite: How to use a pattern class or experience with patterns Use a pattern to construct a sweatshirt or t-shirt with a knit fabric of your choice. Learn techniques to sew on knits and finish seams. You’ll also learn to apply rib knit at the neckline, cuffs and hem. Supply List: Stretch […]
Machine Applique Basics
Use your machine to embellish just about anything with applique! We’ll learn about feet, stabilizers, thread, and stitches used to applique shapes to a base fabric. In class, we’ll make a sampler of appropriate stitches on YOUR machine that can be used to applique and then you’ll choose one to make a holiday-themed pillow sham. […]
Quick In the Hoop Christmas Gifts
This is a great class to learn more about your embroidery machine as well as a couple of great techniques like using vinyl and incorporating mylar into your embroidery. You […]
Beginning Quilting
Welcome to Beginning Quilting. In this class, we will practice measuring and cutting fabric, ironing vs pressing, and sewing pieces together to form a block. We will finish 1 block […]
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 […]