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 […]
Brother/Elna 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 […]
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 […]
Kids Learn to Sew Ages7-17
KIDS Learn to SewJust 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 […]
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 to use the information on the pattern […]
Beginning Quilting
Welcome to Beginning Quilting. In this class, we will be covering pressing, cutting, piecing and sashing. Supply List: Beginning Quilt
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 […]
Feet Fetish-Applique-Satin and Blanket Stitch
Let's continue our 2025 blocks by going back to the basics with some tricks for Satin Stitch Applique and Blanket Stitch Applique techniques. We still have our hand-dyed Batiks in our kits to create gorgeous Hexagons! Supply list and kit options coming soon to this page.
Serger Basics
Welcome to the world of serging! This class is for all serger owners, featuring 4-thread and 3-thread techniques. We will learn how a serger works, threading steps, and basic serger skills. This class is open to customers who purchased a qualifying Serger from any McDougal Sewing location. McDougal Sewing does NOT participate in the free […]
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 […]