McDougal Sewing Center

Advanced Embroidery Techniques-Edge-to-Edge Quilting
2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | McDougal Main Store, 20141 Park Row, Katy, TX, 77449, United States
Edge-to Edge Quilting Techniques.
Edge-to Edge Quilting Designs (also known as End-toEnd quilting) are continuous-line digital files designed to seamlessly repeat across on quilt surface. These designs allow home sewers to achieve professional, all-over long-arm results directly on standard home embroidery machine. Each file features a single-run path with a designated start point on the left and an exit point on the right, eliminating ugly backtracking or double-stitching.
The technique will be how to bring the design up and place all that fabric in your hoop, place and embroider the design and re-hoop it all lining up the next panel for embroidery that will connect with the prior panel you just embroidered. OMG!!!
Picture from Embroidery Library
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Please bring a small quilt top you have already done with batting and backing. You can also choose to bring a table-runner that you want to quilt with this design and technique. A FREE End-toEnd Quilt design from Designs by Ju-Ju will be given to people the day of class. You can bring your own design if you have one. This class is to teach the embroidery technique, so please keep your project to work with small. Thread to work with your fabric. The batting is your stabilizer. Have your machine pre-threaded and set up for embroidery BEFORE coming to class.
Hoop size: You can use a 4×4 small hoop, but a 5″x7″ hoop or larger would be better.

Feet Fetish - Stuffed Pumpkin Centerpiece
2026-10-01 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-03 10:00 - 12:00
Stuffed Pumpkin Centerpiece
Get ready for Halloween!
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Serger Basics
2026-10-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-05 10:00 - 12:00
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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
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

Viking/Pfaff Computer Machine Basics
2026-10-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-21 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-17 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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
Download Supply List: Computer Machine Basics Supply List
Please read Class and Refund Policies

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Viking/Pfaff Machine Embroidery Basics
2026-10-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-11-21 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-12-17 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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
Supply List: Machine Embroidery Basics Supply List
Please read Class and Refund Policies.

Mechanical/Digital Machine Basics
2026-10-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-12 13:00 - 15:00
This class is for any mechanical – Viking E-10 & Emerald series, Onyx 15,25,30 or Brother PS-100, PS200T, and PS300T , the Pfaff Passport 2.0 & 3.0, the JUKI HZL 710/740 , Singer 457 or 677 Elite, or any new Elna or Necchi 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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
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

Create a Bag with JUKI Event
2026-10-17 10:00 - 15:00
Create a Bag with JUKI Event
TBA

Pfaff Icon 3 Premiere Event
2026-10-22 10:00 - 14:00
Coming this Fall 2026

Pfaff Creative Icon 3 Product Page

Brother/JUKI/Elna Computer Machine Basics
2026-10-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-06 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-10 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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
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 Machine Embroidery Basics Class
2026-10-24 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-11-06 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.
The Free guide classes are a favorite and a decades long customer perk for those who purchase machines at McDougal Sewing.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
Download Supply List: Machine Embroidery Basics
Please read Class and Refund Policies

Singer Sewing Machine Guide Class
2026-10-31 10:00 - 12:00
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.
We are getting a substantial increase in people cancelling at the last minute or not coming at all after signing up for the free guide classes. Therefore, McDougal Sewing will have to start requiring a deposit if someone re-schedules 24 hours or less before the class date. The first time you sign up for the free guide class there is no deposit. If you do not show or cancel 24 hours or less before the class, we will require a $25 deposit to sign up again for a future guide class. When you come to the rescheduled class, you can redeem your $25 deposit as a store credit.
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

Feet Fetish - Snowflake Placemat
2026-11-05 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-07 10:00 - 12:00
Snowflake Placemat
Get ready for winter!
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Seams Like Fun Event
2026-11-14 10:00 - 15:00
TBA

Advanced Sewing Techniques-Part 4 Zippers, Piping, Buttonholes & Button sewing
2026-12-03 10:00 - 12:00

Advanced Embroidery Techniques
2026-12-04 10:00 - 12:00
