Learn to Sew
You’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 […]
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. Well cut and construct a pair of elastic waist leisure pants for you or as a gift. Supply List: 102 How […]
IT TAKES TWO!
Come see what you can accomplish with Simultaneous Sewing & Embroidery Join an Elna educator for a fun day of learning and creativity with the Elna 790Pro and the 830L. Place: McDougal Main Store Cost: $39, kit included Sign up below or call 281-347-0453 Flyer: mcd-23-0131 It Takes Two Elna flyer
Stellaire Master Class
Class Max is 6. The minimum for Class to Make is 2 DESCRIPTION Learn some of the more advanced skills in embroidery on your Stellaire. Topics covered: How to use the Snap App to scan an image and a fabric; how to auto stipple 2 ways; auto-digitize a jpeg using Design Center; 2 easy ways […]
Luminaire Master Class
Class Max is 6. The minimum for Class to Make is 2. DESCRIPTION Learn some of the more advanced skills in embroidery on your Luminaire. Topics covered: Instant applique, Echo/Stippling borders, 3 ways to position, Pattern Connect, Lines and shapes in Design Center, and scanning. PRE-REQUISITE: Must have purchased Luminaire at McDougal Sewing, purchase receipt […]
NICU Heart to Heart Service Project
A unique program at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is helping premature or critically ill newborns create healthy bonds with their mothers – while still in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). In the first few days or weeks of life, babies in the NICU are separated physically from their mothers while nursing staff […]
Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
This class is for any mechanical – Viking E-10, E-20 & Emerald series, or Brother PS-100 and the Digital PS200T, and PS300T , the Pfaff Passport 2.0 & 3.0, the JUKI HZL-70-HWA or any new Elna mechanical machine recently purchased at McDougal Sewing locations. We show you how the wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your […]
Feet Fetish-Wonky Texture Quilt #11
Wonky Texture Quilt – September 2023 Session #11 Now for the fun border! You have 2 long sides and 2 shorter sides to decorate. I would use some type of specialty technique for these 4 pieces. I did one piece with the Pfaff Ribbon Stitches, one piece with the Viking Sequin and Pop-up techniques, one […]
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 […]
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. […]