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: […]
“We Care” Service Project
“We Care” Service Project In partnership with the Star of Hope mission, we are asking you to support our efforts of sewing pillowcases and to help fill them with supplies recommended by Star of Hope for the adults, children, and infants who are residents. There is an urgent need, and the sewing community is full […]
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: […]
Viking/Pfaff Computer 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 and time permitting measure, cut, and assemble a 2nd block of a different design. The 2 blocks referenced in the supply list are 2 different […]