Classes

No Experience Necessary 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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Description: Many of you have asked about how to emboss or make a knock down stitch.  Join us as we show you how to use the QuiltBlock wizard in Gold and Platinum to emboss lettering while creating an embroidery that flattens fabric with pile.  Then use Edit Design in Platinum to Create an external border […]

EXPERIENCE ALL YOUR MACHINE CAN DO FOR YOU WITH A FREE MACHINE GUIDE CLASS. See how to set your machine for 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: – Please bring your original […]

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. […]

Do zippers scare you? If you have an embroidery machine then you can quickly conquer your fear and learn how to make a zipper bag in the hoop? This class will teach you the basics. You will make 2 bags, one that is basic and then one you will learn how to personalize. You will […]