McDougal Sewing Center

Learn to Sew
2025-04-15 10:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | McDougal Main Store, 20141 Park Row, Katy, TX, 77449, United States
You’ve learned to operate your machine- now what? In this class you’ll learn about thread, needles 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 & over.
Supply List: Learn to Sew Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine Basics
2025-04-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00
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 get acquainted with your machine. Each session has been developed to gain familiarity with the basic features/functions of your new machine, to get you creating quickly. These sessions are our gift to you with the purchase of a new machine from McDougal Sewing Center.
Join talented Education Team members for a “get acquainted” new machine mixer. The goal of this two-part session is to provide you with the information and knowledge needed to get the most from your new machine.
We will cover machine navigation (where is that stitch!), TNT (threading, needles, tension adjustment), and equip you to use your machine with confidence.
This class is open to customers who purchased a qualifying sewing, embroidery, and/or combo machine from any McDougal’s location.
You must present a sales receipt to take this free class.
Download Supply List: Computer Machine Basics Supply List
Please read Class and Refund Policies

Viking/Pfaff Machine Embroidery Basics
2025-04-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-17 14:00 - 16:30
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 Levels
This class is open to customers who purchased a qualifying sewing, embroidery, and/or combo machine from any McDougal’s location. You must present a sales receipt to take this free class.
Supply List: Machine Embroidery Basics Supply List
Please read Class and Refund Policies.

Brother/JUKI/Elna Computer Machine Basics
2025-04-19 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-16 10:00 - 13:00
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 session has been developed to gain familiarity with the basic features/functions of your new machine, to get you creating quickly. These sessions are our gift to you with the purchase of a new machine from McDougal Sewing Center.

Join talented Education Team members for a “get acquainted” new machine mixer. The goal of this session is to provide you with the information and knowledge needed to get the most from your new machine.
This class is geared for Computerized Brother, JUKI and Elna sewing machines. You will start with the basics and work your way up through hemming, buttonhole, and decorative stitches. You must register in advance.
Open for Brother, JUKI and Elna customers who purchased their machine at McDougal Sewing Center. You must present a sales receipt to take this free class.
For ALL Sewing/Embroidery “Guide” Classes we will provide you with the fabric and thread needed for the class.
Download Supply Lists: Computer Machine Basics
Please read Class and Refund Policies

Brother/Elna Embroidery Basics
2025-04-19 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-16 14:00 - 16:30
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 Levels
This class is open to customers who purchased a qualifying sewing, embroidery, and/or combo machine from any McDougal’s location. You must present a sales receipt to take this free class.
Download Supply List: Machine Embroidery Basics
Please read Class and Refund Policies

How to Use a Pattern
2025-04-22 10:30 - 16:30
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 or someone else. Must be 18 & over.
Supply List: 102 How to Use a Pattern Supply list
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class

Stretch Sewing Techniques
2025-04-23 10:30 - 13:30
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. Learn techniques to sew on knits and finish seams. You’ll also learn to apply rib knit at the neckline, cuffs, and hem. Must be 18 & over.
Supply List: Stretch Sewing Techniques-Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Southern Sip n Serge
2025-04-26 10:00 - 13:00
April is National Serging Month
Join us for a Southern Sip and Serge event. You will serge on several different machines and. leave with a fun project. This is a great. opportunity to see if a serger is in your future.

Feet Fetish- Frayed or Raw Edge Appilque
2025-05-01 11:00 - 13:00
Raw Edge Appliqué, is a fun technique that will add some “rawness” to your designs. It’s a simple, quick and easy-to-grasp technique that gives amazing results. Raw edge appliqué is simply the process of making patterns or pictures with fabric.
Supply list:

Machine in good working order with power cord and controller
Basic sewing supplies with marking pen/chalk
Small scraps of colorful fabric from your stash.
Open-Toe presser foot and free motion foot
Extra spool pin to be able to use 2 threads in the top.
Mix of decorative and regular threads in different colors
Embroidery bobbin thread wound on a bobbin, or a neutral regular thread on bobbin
New Topstitch needle size 90/14 in machine and Microtex or Sharp needle size 90/14
Thread scissors
Some type of stiletto or fine pointed tool to hold down fabric as you sew.
Small iron and iron pad if you have one.

Kit fee with all fabric pre-cut & use of 30 wt thread – $10
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
2025-05-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-07 13:00 - 15:00
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 stitch patterns.
All participants must present a sales receipt to take this free class.
This is NOT the free Singer Machine Guide Class that is Open to the Public.
Supply list: Mechanical Machine Basics Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies

Feet Fetish-Applique Frayed Edge
2025-05-03 10:00 - 12:00
Raw Edge Appliqué, is a fun technique that will add some “rawness” to your designs. It’s a simple, quick and easy-to-grasp technique that gives amazing results. Raw edge appliqué is simply the process of making patterns or pictures with fabric.
Supply list:

Machine in good working order with power cord and controller
Basic sewing supplies with marking pen/chalk
Small scraps of fabric from your stash
Open-Toe presser foot and free motion foot
Extra spool pin to be able to use 2 threads in the top.
Mix of decorative and regular threads in different colors
Embroidery bobbin thread wound on a bobbin, or a neutral regular thread on bobbin
New Topstitch needle size 90/14 in machine and Microtex or Sharp needle size 90/14
Thread scissors
Some type of stiletto or fine pointed tool to hold down fabric as you sew.
Small iron and iron pad if you have one.

Kit fee with all fabric pre-cut & use of 30 wt. thread – $10
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Serger Basics
2025-05-03 13:00 - 15:00
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 class is not for Singer sergers not purchased through McDougal Sewing.
You must present a sales receipt from McDougal Sewing to take this free class.
For those that have a chain-stitch or cover-stitch serger, contact rebecca.joseph@mcdougalsewing.com for this class.
Download Supply List: Serger Basics Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies

Sewing Machine Orientation
2025-05-06 10:30 - 13:00
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 read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Learn to Sew
2025-05-07 10:30 - 16:00
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 & over.
Supply List: Learn to Sew Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Embroidery Club
2025-05-08 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00
A monthly club that meets to learn about new techniques in Embroidery.

If you 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. You must have taken your basic guide classes and have a basic knowledge of your machine. This is not a novice class.
Class and Refund Policies

Meet Your Match Play Musical Machines
2025-05-24 09:00 - 12:00
Create a piece of fabric by sewing scraps and thread with decorative stitches and free motion techniques.
You will have fun playing musical machines, meeting your perfect match, and then take home one of our great floor model deals.

Applique Towel Topper (Open to Public)
2025-05-24 13:00 - 16:00
Learn how to do stand-alone applique with your embroidery machine. You will learn how to do a towel
topper just in time for 4th of July festivities.
This class will include a kit that will include the towel, fabrics, batting, and the fabric hanger and design.
This class is for intermediate students. You must have a working knowledge of your machine and a way to access designs via USB or direct connect.
Must have a 6 x 10 hoop size or larger. – Open to Public
Supply List: Applique-Towel-Topper-Supply-List
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Needle/Stabilizer Primer (Open to Public)
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00
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 on top of your project? These and many other questions will be answered during this lecture demo.
This class is for you whether you are new to sewing and embroidery or have some experience.
This lecture demo will give you samples of the various stabilizers. You will leave with a great reference book.
Open to Public
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Advanced Embroidery Techniques - All Fabric Designs
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00
This advanced embroidery class will show how to do the latest technique- All Fabric Embroidery.
This technique allows you to connect or position certain types of designs so your pants, table-runner or fabric piece looks like one piece of embroidered fabric! Great way to design your own fabric panels and use for home dec, clothing or quilting.
You can bring your embroidery machine with a hoop at least 180 x 130 or 5″ x 7″. Smaller hoop sizes will not work. You can bring a machine and begin the embroidery on a piece of your fabric or you can choose to just watch and learn without your machine.
This is not a beginner class, you must be familiar with your embroidery machine and your machine must be in good working order. Please contact Rebecca at rebecca.joseph@mcdougalsewing.com if you have questions.
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Beach Towel with Pillow (Beginner Kids)
2025-06-02 10:30 - 13:00
Ages 8-11
Sewing Kit and use of McDougal’s classroom machines included in camp price.
This 3-day Camp is for beginners with little or no experience. Camp begins with machine orientation. Our first project is a drawstring bag to hold your sewing supplies. The main project is a beach towel with attached pillow and carry handles and pocket.
SUPPLY LIST: beach towel camp supply list
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Beach Towel with Pillow (Beginner Kids)
2025-06-03 10:30 - 13:00, 2025-06-04 10:30 - 13:00
Ages 8-11
Sewing Kit and use of McDougal’s classroom machines included in camp price.
This 3-day Camp is for beginners with little or no experience. Camp begins with machine orientation. Our first project is a drawstring bag to hold your sewing supplies. The main project is a beach towel with attached pillow and carry handles and pocket.
SUPPLY LIST: beach towel camp supply list
Click here to sign up for Beach Towel Camp
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Feet Fetish-Modern Madera Applique
2025-06-05 11:00 - 13:00
A favorite way to add a sophisticated embellishment is with Madeira appliqué. This detail is applied to a base fabric with the point de Paris stitch, also known as the pin stitch. The stitch creates pin-size holes in the base fabric around the appliqué.
Supply list:

Machine in good working order with power cord and controller..
Basic sewing supplies with marking pen/chalk
Open Toe presser foot and regular presser foot
Cotton thread-colors to be announced
New Microtex needle size 80/12 and Wing needle size 16.- We have ordered extra for class at 15% off
Thread scissors and applique scissors
Small iron and iron pad if you have one

Kit fee with all fabric pre-cut and Water Soluble Thread – $15
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Learn to Sew (Beginner Teens)
2025-06-09 10:30 - 16:00
Ages 12-17
Sewing Kit and use of McDougal’s classroom machines included in camp price.
This 3-day camp is more in-depth than the age 8-11 version and focuses on building sewing skills through practice and more complicated projects.
Camp begins with Machine orientation and progresses through straight stitching, cornes, and curves. Projects include a zippered case to hold sewing supplies, a lined canvas tote, and a drawstring jewelry case.
Supply List: Teen Learn to Sew Camp supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.
