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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. […]
Sewing Machine Orientation
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 curves, and complete a small project, We will also review the tools you will need in your sewing kit. Must be 18 & over. Sewing Machine Orientataion Supply list Please […]
Learn to Sew
You’ve learned to operate your machine- now what? In this class, you’ll learn about thread, needle types, grainlines, and interfacings. We’ll review straight-line stitching and practice turning corners, curves, and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you’ve learned to construct a needle book to help organize your machine needles. Must be 18 […]
Needle/Stabilizer Primer (Open to Public)
Are you confused about which needle to use when sewing or embroidering? There are many different needle types and sizes. You will learn which needle is best for each project in this class. Do you know which stabilizer works best for each project? Should you use a cut-away or tear-away? Do you need a stabilizer […]
Advanced Sewing Techniques-Part 2
MASTER TECHNIQUE CLASS FOR ALL SEWING MACHINES SOLD AT MCDOUGAL SEWING This session will be on Quilting techniques including free motion and piecing and Heirloom techniques including twin needle, wing needle sewing. The kit for this class will include all fabrics. Kit fee for this class will be $10, cash only. Specialty Supply list for […]
Sewing Machine Orientation
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 curves, and complete a small project, We will also review the tools you will need in your sewing kit. Must be 18 & over. Sewing Machine Orientataion Supply list Please […]
Learn to Sew
You’ve learned to operate your machine- now what? In this class, you’ll learn about thread, needle types, grainlines, and interfacings. We’ll review straight-line stitching and practice turning corners, curves, and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you’ve learned to construct a needle book to help organize your machine needles. Must be 18 […]
Learn to Sew
You’ve learned to operate your machine- now what? In this class, you’ll learn about thread, needle types, grainlines, and interfacings. We’ll review straight-line stitching and practice turning corners, curves, and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you’ve learned to construct a needle book to help organize your machine needles. Must be 18 […]
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 envelope to determine your size and fabric requirements. We’ll use a pattern to cut and construct a pair of elastic waist leisure pants for you […]
Advanced Sewing Techniques Part 3
MASTER TECHNIQUE CLASS FOR ALL SEWING MACHINES SOLD AT MCDOUGAL SEWING In this class, you will learn about Decorative Trims and Applique Techniques. Feet you can use are the yarn foot, the 3 hole cord and join and fold foot, the beading foot, the ribbon foot, and the open-toe applique foot. You'll learn what special […]