Novice Sewing
For the absolute beginner, who just wants to learn how to operate your machine. You will learn to thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and sew a straight line. I’ll show you the common tools used in home sewing, and we’ll complete a small project. Novice sewing Supply list
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: Computer Machine Basics Course Level: All Levels […]
Serger Basics
Welcome to the world of serging! In class one, we go through what your serger can do, stitch length, width, and feeding; as well as threading and 3/4 thread stitching. This class is for all serger owners, featuring 3-thread and 2-thread techniques. We will learn corners, curves, and rolled and flatlock seaming. This class is […]
Learn to Sew
McDougal Main Store 20141 Park Row, Katy, TX, United StatesYou’ve learned to operate your machine, now what? In this class you’ll learn about needle types, thread, grainlines, and interfacings. We’ll review stitching straight lines and practice turning corners, curves, and circles. After a break for lunch, we’ll apply what you’ve learned and construct a Needle Book to help organize your machine needles. Learn to […]
Embroidery Club
A monthly club that meets to learn about new techniques in Embroidery. If you have purchased your machine from McDougal Sewing Center, you are welcome to join. The annual Registration fee is $5 and a $15 class fee each time you attend. Call 281-347-0453 to Register or for more information. Embroidery Club is by Invitation-only. […]
Serger Basics 101 (Open to Public)
SERGER 101 – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Get out that serger, dust it off and learn how to thread it, and do some basic seams in this 2-hour class. This starter class is for 3/4 thread serging only. If you have a 5 thread serger, we will not go into 5 threads or cover stitch. […]
Creative Collage with Mickey Hudson
JOIN US FOR AN EXCLUSIVE SEWING EVENT CREATE A ONE-OF-A-KIND PROJECT WITH A HUSQVARNA VIKING EDUCATOR Mickey Hudson Creative Collage Experience some of our Favorite Embroidery techniques in this Exclusive Hands-on Workshop! You will learn piecing in the hoop, Thread Velvet, Exclusive Stitch Techniques, plus so much more! Turn it all into a fun wall […]
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 […]
Two Panel QuiltTastic Event with Mickey Hudson
JOIN US FOR AN EXCLUSIVE SEWING EVENT CREATE A ONE-OF-A-KIND PROJECT WITH A HUSQVARNA VIKING EDUCATOR Mickey Hudson QUILTTASTIC IT IS AMAZING HOW MUCH YOU WILL LEARN WHILE CREATING THIS SMALL QUILTING & EMBROIDERY PROJECT! Get ready to create a “Quilt as You Go” Table Runner at this special event! Experience how easy it is […]
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. We'll cut and construct a pair of elastic waist leisure pants for you or as a gift. Supply List: 102 How […]