Events
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 like some assisted practice. You’ll need to pre-cut a bunch of rectangles and bring them to class so we can spend all our time sewing. […]
Feet Fetish – Flower Pounding Piped Curtain
Feet Fetish Flower Pounding Piped Curtain Let's bring Spring and summer color alive on fabric. You'll be bringing your flower bouquet to Club and learn how to imprint the flower on high quality Cotton or Linen for a lovely kitchen curtain with a piped panel or a table scarf for a Summer Ice Tea table. […]
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
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Practice Project: Summer Bucket Hat
Summer Bucket Hat Come join us for a Fun class where we make a bucket hat. Open to anyone, this class is especially helpful for beginner sewers who would like some assisted practice with curves. The pattern for this hat is provided in class. See the supply list for what you’ll need to bring. Supply […]
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 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 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: All […]