Feet Fetish – Textured Fabric
Become your own Fiber Artist and learn how to add texture to your fabric for a unique piece for your latest wardrobe or interesting blocks for your new quilting project. You can make textured fabric by manipulating it with decorative stitches and specialty presser feet, or adding yarns with special presser feet. We'll be creating […]
NEW! Learn to Sew
For the absolute beginner and those wanting to review the basics. We’ll cover machine basics including threading, winding the bobbin, changing feet, and stitch settings. You’ll learn hand placement and practice stitching straight, corners, and curves. After lunch, we’ll look at the common tools used in home sewing. Then we’ll discuss fabrics, machine needles, and […]
Basic Pattern Alterations
(Prerequisite - How to use a pattern class or experience using patterns) Learn to make basic width and length alterations to a pattern of your choice. We start with a simple pattern in your size range and learn to alter it to your specific measurements. We are not resizing the pattern, rather tweaking it […]
Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
This class is for any mechanical – Viking E-10 & Emerald series, Onyx 15,25,30 or Brother PS-100, PS200T, and PS300T , the Pfaff Passport 2.0 & 3.0, the JUKI HZL 710/740 , Singer 457 or 677 Elite, or any new Elna or Necchi mechanical machine recently purchased at McDougal Sewing locations. We show you how the wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; […]
Serger Basics
Welcome to the world of serging! Open to all qualifying Sergers purchased through McDougal Sewing. This class is for McDougal serger owners, featuring 4-thread and 3-thread techniques. We will learn how a serger works, threading steps, and basic serger skills. McDougal Sewing does NOT participate in the free guide class for Singer sergers, so this […]
How to Use a Pattern
How to use 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. Discover how to use the multi sizes on your pattern tissue to customize the fit for […]
Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine 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 […]
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 […]
Advanced Sewing Techniques-P.1- Ruffling, Gathering, Hems
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.This class is FREE with a […]
Stretch Sewing Techniques
Stretch sewing techniques Prerequisite: How to use a Pattern or ability to cut out a pattern unassisted 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 bottom […]