McDougal Sewing Center

Learn to Sew
2025-06-25 10:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-29 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, 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.

Beach Towel with Pillow and Hat (Beginner Teens)
2025-06-30 10:30 - 16:00
Ages 12-17
Sewing Kit and use of McDougal’s classroom machines included in camp price.
For beginners with little or no experience. Similar to the child version, Teens will construct a zippered bag to hold their supplies, the beach towel with pillow and a reversible beach hat, with two styles to choose from.
SUPPLY LIST: beach towel camp supply list

Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Beach Towel with Pillow and Hat (Beginner Teens)
2025-07-01 10:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-02 10:30 - 13:00
Ages 12-17
Free Sewing Kit included
For beginners with little or no experience. Similar to the child version, Teens will construct a zippered bag to hold their supplies, the beach towel with pillow and a reversible beach hat, with two styles to choose from.
SUPPLY LIST: beach towel camp supply list
Click here to buy a ticket for this camp.
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Feet Fetish-Reverse Applique
2025-07-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-05 10:00 - 12:00
In traditional applique, the design to be appliqued is placed on top of the background fabric and sewn in place. For reverse applique, the fabric is layered and the top fabric is cut away and stitched in place to reveal the design.
Supply list:

Machine with power cords and pedal in good working order.
Applique scissors
Heat marker and lite colored chalk
Applique presser foot, 80/12 universal needle, cotton or rayon thread- colors to be announced.
Kit fee-$10 paid day of class

Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Summer Skirt and Scrunchie (Beginner Kids)
2025-07-07 10:30 - 13:00
Ages 8-11
Sewing Kit and use of McDougals sewing machine Included
For beginners with little or no experience. This 3 day Camp begins with machine orientation and the construction of a drawstring bag to hold your sewing kit. Then, we’ll construct an elastic waist skirt with a contrasting hem border and a matching scrunchie or headband.
SUPPLY KIT: KIDS Summer skirt and scrunchie Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Summer Skirt and Scrunchie (Beginner Kids)
2025-07-08 13:00, 2025-07-09 13:00
Ages 8-11
Free Sewing Kit Included
For beginners with little or no experience. Camp begins with machine orientation and the construction of a drawstring bag to hold your sewing kit. Then, we’ll construct an elastic waist skirt with a contrasting hem border and a matching scrunchie or headband.
SUPPLY LIST: KIDS Summer skirt and scrunchie Supply List
Click to buy a ticket for this camp.
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
2025-07-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-09 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

Serger Basics
2025-07-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-01 14:00 - 16:00
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

Singer Sewing Machine Guide Class
2025-07-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-02 13:00 - 15:00
EXPERIENCE ALL YOUR MACHINE CAN DO FOR YOU WITH A FREE MACHINE GUIDE CLASS.
See how to set your machine for the best performance.
We show you how to wind and insert your bobbin, thread your machine; how to adjust tension, length, and width, and choose your stitch patterns.
SINGER® Sewing Machine Proof of Purchase Required:
– A receipt with a date must be presented to the teacher to take this free class. This proof of purchase can be a hard copy or an email or a copy on your phone and can be from a website or retail store. It MUST be a purchase within 9 months prior to class date. You must be 18 years or older to attend this class. Only one person per machine, no auditing of this free class. If a translator is needed, please email rebecca.joseph@mcdougalsewing.com . If your machine came with a Coupon for a Free class, bring this also.
How to prepare to come to class:
Please have your machine ready to thread before you come to class by removing it from the box, and taking off all tape and styrofoam, All you need to bring is everything that came in the box. Do NOT bring the box or any packaging to the classroom. You’ll need a small pair of scissors to clip threads.
Supply List: Mechanical Machine Basics Supply List
Please read the Class and Refund Policies

Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine Basics
2025-07-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-16 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
2025-07-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-08-16 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.
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
2025-07-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 12:00
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
2025-07-19 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-08-21 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

Christmas in July
2025-07-26 10:00 - 16:00
Christmas in July
Pick Your Discount!
Shop for Notions and Accessories, then Pop a Balloon to Discover your Discount!
20% to 50% off the TOTAL of All Your In-Stock Notions and Accessories!
Don’t miss this BIG EVENT!

How to Use a Pattern
2025-07-30 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.
Supply List: 102 How to Use a Pattern Supply list
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class

Feet Fetish-Mola Appliqué
2025-07-31 11:00 - 13:00
Mola is a Kuna Indian word for clothing. Traditionally, panels of elaborately decorated
fabrics known as molas were incorporated into the front or back of a woman’s blouse.
Today, molas are not only created for use in clothing but also as wall art or even as
larger quilts.
Traditional Molas were constructed by hand using a reverse appliqué technique.
Anywhere from two to seven layers of fabric were stitched together and then sections
were cut away at different layers to reveal different colors.
Supply list:
● Machine with power cords and pedal in good working order, basic sewing supplies
● Appliqué scissors or VERY sharp pointy scissors, Paper scissors.
● Heat marker and lite colored chalk and a stiletto or “Purple thing”- something pointy.
● Appliqué presser foot, 80/12 universal needle, Black Rayon or Cotton thread in top and bobbin and a bobbin with white thread in it.
● Kit fee-$10 paid day of class
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Feet Fetish-Mola Appliqué
2025-08-02 10:00 - 12:00
Mola is a Kuna Indian word for clothing. Traditionally, panels of elaborately decorated
fabrics known as molas were incorporated into the front or back of a woman’s blouse.
Today, molas are not only created for use in clothing but also as wall art or even as
larger quilts.
Traditional molas were constructed by hand using a reverse appliqué technique.
Anywhere from two to seven layers of fabric were stitched together and then sections
were cut away at different layers to reveal different colors.
Supply list:
● Machine with power cords and pedal in good working order, basic sewing supplies
● Appliqué scissors or VERY sharp pointy scissors, Paper scissors.
● Heat marker and lite colored chalk and a stiletto or “Purple thing”- something pointy.
● Appliqué presser foot, 80/12 universal needle, Black Rayon or Cotton thread in top and bobbin.
● Kit fee-$10 paid day of class
Please read the Class and Refund Policies before signing up for this class.

Advanced Sewing Techniques Part 3
2025-08-19 10:30 - 12:30
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 stitches work best with the different techniques.
There is a $10 kit fee for this class. Please bring your machine in good working order, all pressure feet you have, a bobbin with white bobbin thread in bobbin,(top thread will be provided), small scissors for threads and a new Universal needle in machine.

Prerequisite: Machine Basics

Advanced Embroidery Techniques- Endless Lace
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:00
Let’s create some Endless lace to put in clothing or home dec! In this class placement is everything! You’ll learn how to connect designs in one VERY long row, how to choose lace designs for your projects and what stabilizer, threads and needles work the best.
Endless Lace Class Supply list
1. Any long thin rectangle hoop that you have that’s taller than it is wider. Ex.- 360X260, 240×150
2. We’ll be talking about some good endless lace designs, but
bring a few that you think will make good endless lace. Border designs are a good start.
3. You’ll need at least 1 spool of rayon only thread for the top and the bobbin. We’ll talk more about this in class.
4. One roll of Aqua Magic stabilizer.
5. If you have an Endless hoop, bring it and we’ll talk about how to use it.
6. If you have sewing software set-up on your laptop, bring it. I’ll be using mySewnet; Creativate, in class.
