Events
Brother/Elna Machine Embroidery Basics Class
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 […]
Advanced Embroidery Techniques – Cutwork
Cutwork embroidery is a needlework technique where portions of fabric are cut-away resulting in reinforced holes that are decorated with satin stitches creating lace-type patterns. This ancient art, also known […]
Feet Fetish – Rope Bowl
Learn how to use cotton or cotton blend clothesline to make platters, purses or baskets! We’ll start with a coaster and move on to a large basket! Those who have […]
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 […]
Feet Fetish – Rope Bowl
Learn how to use cotton or cotton blend clothesline to make platters, purses or baskets! We’ll start with a coaster and move on to a large basket! Those who have […]
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 Project: Lined Tote Bag
Lined Tote Bag Come join us in a fun class where we assemble a lined tote bag. Open to anyone, this class is especially helpful for beginner sewers who would […]
Singer Sewing Machine Guide Class
EXPERIENCE ALL YOUR MACHINE CAN DO FOR YOU WITH A FREE MACHINE GUIDE CLASS. See how to set your machine for the best performance. We show you how to wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your stitch patterns. SINGER® Sewing Machine Proof of Purchase Required: – A receipt with […]
How to Use a Pattern
Prerequisite: You must be able to thread and operate your machine on your own. 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 multiple sizes […]
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 […]