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 […]
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 […]
Brother Side Hustle
Kids Novice Sewing Ages 7-17
Just for kids and teens, Learn to use that new machine you got for Christmas! You will learn to thread the machine, wind a bobbin, stitch straight seams, corners, and […]
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 […]
Kids Learn to Sew Ages7-17
Just for Kids and teens, This class picks up where NOVICE SEWING leaves off. Kids must have taken Novice Sewing OR be able to complete the actions listed in the […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]