Basic Sergery & Beyond Online
Do you have a serger you don’t know how to use? Are you a little confused about threading? Take the fear out of serging and get comfortable with what could become your favorite sewing tool. Sessions cover machine and stitch knowledge, threading, rolled hem, flatlock, techniques, serging a basic tee and more.
A child sized, cut out tee will be provided to practice your new skills (pick up at Treadle). Construction techniques will be emphasized.
Skill Level: All
Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin
Fee: $85
Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 March 9, 16, 23
Saturdays 1:00 - 4:00 April 10, 17
Beautiful Seams & Hems Online
Wonky hems and fraying seam allowances make your garment look more homemade than handmade. Elevate your sewing with these vital finishing steps. Learn to sew baby hems for sheers, hand blind hems, separate hem facings, French seams, flat-felled seams, bias-bound edges, and so much more! Make your garments sturdy and beautiful inside and out!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $45
Thursdays 2:00 - 4:00 March 18, 25
Beginning Sewing Online
If you're new to sewing, start here! We'll be with you every step of the way as you learn how to thread and set up your sewing machine, how to read a sewing pattern, and as you sew a simple project!
Fee: $98
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $98
Tuesdays & Fridays 6:00 - 8:00 March 30, April 2, 6, 9
Best Bust Fit Online
Focus on fitting the bust! The majority of women need to make bust adjustments to commercial patterns. Plenty of fit issues stem from poor bust fit: buttons pulling, wrinkles and drag lines around the bust, pointy darts, uneven hemlines, baggy backs, too much fabric in the upper chest, or gaping armholes. In this lecture and discussion class, we'll show you how to make a Full Bust Adjustment or Small Bust Adjustment, how to custom-shape darts, how to rotate your dart intake, and more. Be ready to ask questions and take notes!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Saturday 10:00 - 12:00 March 27
Bring Your Mockup Online
Let us help you check the fit. If you’ve sewn your muslin mockup but just need some experienced eyes to help figure out what’s wrong, this is the session for you. We’ll also talk about transferring the changes to your pattern and what to do next!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $30
Sunday 1:00 - 3:00 March 7
Sunday 1:00 - 3:00 April 11
Continuing On Online
Let’s keep sewing together! Whether you’ve been sewing for years or just finished our Beginning Sewing class, you can join us for this five-week session of community, support, creativity, and fun! Learn tips, tricks, and techniques to improve your sewing skills as you construct a garment of your choice. Challenge yourself with a project you might not tackle alone – your instructor will guide you through step by step.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and up
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $125
Fridays 2:00 - 4:00 March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2
Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15
Tuesdays 6:00 - 8:00 April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11
Cozy Joggers Online
All the rage, totally in style, and so easy to sew! Great project for developing your serger skills. No Serger? No problem! A quick make on your sewing machine as well. Make them for women, men or children, in knits or wovens!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and up
Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin
Fee: $65
Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 April 6, 13, 20
Easy Tee Online
If you feel comfortable sewing with wovens, give this easy t-shirt a try! We’ll make it simple with straightforward patterns and foolproof techniques. A long-sleeve option is a must for winter!
Your sewing machine MUST have a zigzag stitch. A serger is optional, not required.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $55
Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00 March 10, 17
Felt Pincushion Online
Join us to make this sweet project that combines embroidery and wool felt applique to create something beautiful and functional for your sewing space.
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $30
Saturday 1:00 - 3:00 April 3
Free Monthly Online Sewing Talks
March: Interfacing
What is it, where does it go, and how do you choose the right one? We’ll cover all the basic types and why you need it - and when you don’t!
Skill Level: All
Instructor: Elizabeth
Saturday 10:30 March 20
April: Linen
A favorite fiber for spring and summer sewing, linen is delightful, but caring for it can feel mysterious. Do you hand wash or dry clean? And what about wrinkles? Find out here!
Skill Level: All
Instructor: Elizabeth
Saturday 10:30 April 17
Hand Embroidery Online
Learn the easiest, most effective stitches, including stem stitch, French knots, feather stitch, and more. Practice on your “embroidery sketchbook” and pick your favorites! You will also learn how to transfer designs to fabric, the easiest ways to thread a needle, and how to block finished embroidery.
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $45
Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 March 14
Wednesday 1:00 - 4:00 April 14
Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 April 25
Knit Skirts Online
New to knits? A skirt is the simplest garment to try. You’ll learn your machine’s best stretch stitches, how to handle knit fabrics, stretchy hems, and end up with a cute, easy skirt to wear, too!
Your sewing machine MUST have a zigzag stitch. A serger is optional, not required.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Saturday 1:00 - 4:00 April 24
Learn to Fit Online
We all want to sew clothes that fit well, but fitting all by yourself can be hard! Learn the basics of how to work on fit: what “good fit” means, what to look for, what the wrinkles mean, and how to make the changes. Plus extra tips for when you’re working solo.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00 March 24
Thursday 2:00 - 4:00 April 15
Let’s Tie One On! Online
We’re making aprons! Protect your clothes in the kitchen or garden and look cute, too. No patterns needed - we’ll be cutting simple shapes to measurements.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Friday 1:00 - 4:00 April 16
Sewing Salons Online
We’re here to help! Bring that project you just can’t seem to finish, get a walkthrough on a tricky technique, get tips to decode pattern directions, or just receive some extra support. You can also use a salon to make up a missed session from another class.
Skill Level: All
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $25
Friday 10:00 - 12:00 March 19
Thursday 6:00 - 8:00 April 22
Sew For Yourself Online
Knits, new machines, “you mean I can’t just make the size I buy in ready-to-wear?”, indie patterns, pdf vs. copy shop. Let us take some of the mystery out of garment sewing and point you in the direction of success as you begin/continue your journey into sewing for yourself.
Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin
Fee: $50
Tuesdays 10:00 - 12:00 March 16, 23
Spring Blouses Online
Have enough t-shirts? Make a custom shirt or blouse that will layer effortlessly through the season, with all the details you want: sew a bias-bound neckline or add a collar; go with short sleeves or sew long ones with a tailored placket; choose the best seam finish and make great buttonholes; and do it all in a soft, springy fabric!
We’ll be working on construction only; if you’d like to perfect the fit, try our Bring Your Mockup class in advance!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $70
Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00 April 14, 21, 28
Thanks, it has Pockets! Online
Nothing’s more disappointing than a garment without pockets! But don’t despair - you can add pockets to any project. Learn both patch and in-seam styles, plus tips for sewing them neatly and easily, and receive a PDF of universal pocket patterns to sew into anything!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Monday 6:00 - 8:00 March 8
Toaster Sweaters Online
Such a great pattern that some people wear it as their uniform! Two versions make very different tops and can be modified merely by using different knits. Easy to sew/serge and fun to wear.
We will start sewing the first class so please have pattern/fabric cut out and ready to go.
Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin
Fee: $50
Tuesdays 10:00 - 12:00 April 6, 20
T-shirt Dress Online
The perfect combination of knit and woven make this dress a spring and summer staple! You’ll use a basic knit t-shirt pattern for the top with a self-drafted woven skirt. We’ll make it easy, and you can add pockets, too!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $50
Mondays 6:00 - 8:00 April 19, 26
Zipper Success Online
Stuck on zippers? You don’t have to be! Learn the easiest ways to install both traditional and invisible zippers in any project.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Elizabeth
Fee: $35
Monday 6:00 - 8:00 April 5
Fashion Sewing Club is now
~ GARMENT SEWING GROUP ~
held online!
To begin a new season (and begin our 12th! year) we have decided to change the name for our meetings - to reflect the emphasis on individual style versus “fashion” and the lack of a need to “join the club” we are calling it Garment Sewing Group which also sounds a little more “slow fashion” which, let’s face it, most of us don’t need clothes to stay at home in but need to sew as it’s our super power.
Garment Sewing Group is a monthly meeting featuring garments, pattern modification and review, and the latest news in the sewing world. You will be provided with tips, techniques and new ideas that are sure to inspire you. Current fashion, chic wear, proper fit, children’s wear and home dec are just some of the topics we will explore.
Fee for Garment Sewing Group is $10. Your first meeting is free.
Please register/pay using the link below. You may attend one or all meetings in a month and only pay for one! Plus, Group attendees get 10% off regularly-priced fabrics at Treadle on club day!
Garment Sewing Group meets at 10:30 a.m.:
Tuesday, February 9
Thursday, February 11
Saturday, February 13
Tuesday, March 9
Thursday, March. 11
Saturday, March 13
To register for Garment Sewing Group, visit the Material Girls' website here.
For all our other classes, call us at 651.698.9690 to register.
You may register by phone (651-698-9690) or in person at the store.
Full payment is required to reserve your space in class.
Please note class dates and times on your calendar! We do not make reminder calls.
Space is limited! Most classes have a limit of 6 students. Register early to reserve your space.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Class fees are refundable up to ONE WEEK before class. After that time, they are non-refundable and non-transferable.
If we cancel a class, refunds or store credit will be issued to registered students.
AGE & SKILL LEVELS
All classes are appropriate for ages 14 and over, unless otherwise indicated. Skill levels are the minimum required.
Beginner: Little or no sewing experience.
Advanced Beginner: Must be familiar with your sewing machine and general sewing terms and beginning to read patterns.
Intermediate: Must be knowledgeable of your sewing machine, comfortable reading a pattern, and have an understanding of basic garment construction.
SUPPLIES
A supply list will be e-mailed to you upon registration (within 48 hrs). You should have ALL required supplies for your first class, unless otherwise noted.
You can find sewing supplies for sale at our store. Our staff will be happy to assist you in gathering your supplies!
Most online classes require the following BASIC ONLINE CLASS SUPPLIES:
hand sewing needles
1 yard 100% cotton broadcloth (a subtle print will help you determine right and wrong sides)
thread in a contrasting color
1 pack narrow (1/4” wide) double fold bias tape
blind hem presser foot for sewing machine (or zig-zag foot if you don’t have one)
Optional: pinking shears
Optional but helpful: 1/4” quilt-piecing presser foot
PREP BEFORE CLASS: Please pre-cut your fabric into pieces. You'll need:
6"x6" pieces: 12 cotton broadcloth and 2 knit
12"x6" pieces: 6 cotton broadcloth and 1 knit
1/2 yard cotton muslin
Please budget $25 - $50 for pattern and fabric - selections will be made after first class. Cost will vary with project choice.
Notebook and pencil
Bust Fitting PDF (will be emailed to you)
Any patterns you have questions about
* No sewing machine required during class *
Corset pattern of your choice: Please check out Truly Victorian, Laughing Moon, and/or Rethreaded for the best options
Muslin for fitting mockups
Fabric: lightweight cotton twill, cotton coutil, or med-heavy linen
5 yards of cotton lacing or twill tape
Corset hardware (check out Vogue fabrics to mail-order these):
- Front opening steel busk closure (depending on style chosen)
- Bones (steel, German plastic, or reed)
- Two-piece metal grommets
Pattern recommendations: True/Bias Hudson Pant (for knits), Jalie 3673 Vanessa (for wovens), or Jalie Henri (boys' thru mens’ sizes in knits) Available at Treadle.
Fabric-be sure you match a knit pattern with a knit fabric and woven with woven if you choose.
Elastic per pattern
Ties if you want them
Thread
Strips of knit interfacing or SewKeysE knit fusible stabilizing tape
COTTON JERSEY KNIT - amount required by pattern (pre-wash and dry IN ADVANCE)
Polyester thread to match fabric
Basic T-shirt pattern - Recommendations (choose pattern size by your BUST MEASUREMENT IN INCHES): New Look 6458, 6404, or 6762, Butterick 6690, Burda 6820 or 6602, or any basic t-shirt pattern
Template PDF – will be emailed to you – please print in advance
Wool felt sheets in various colors
Embroidery floss in various colors
Small, sharp scissors
Hand sewing embroidery needles
* No sewing machine required *Notebook and pencil
Optional but helpful: curved fashion ruler
A muslin mockup ready to try on and fit - Please choose a basic, fitted pattern with simple style lines. Cut out your mockup in muslin or scrap fabric (old sheets work great!) Sew it together with machine basting stitches. Omit hems, buttonholes, and other finishing details. This mockup will be used for fitting purposes only and will not turn into a finished garment.
* No sewing machine required during class *notebook and pencil
any patterns, fabrics, or garments you have questions about!
½ yard medium weight linen/cotton fabric, medium weight, white or light color
cotton embroidery floss, six or more skeins, assorted colors
embroidery hoop, between 4”- 8” diameter
one package white single fold bias tape (or equivalent home-cut bias strips)
water soluble fabric marker with fine tip
small, sharp scissors
seam ripper
hand embroidery needles
thimble (optional)
notebook and pencil
Anything relevant to your specific project!
Pocket pattern PDF – will be emailed to you – please PRINT in advance
1 yard 100% cotton broadcloth or muslin, white or other solid light color
100% cotton thread in a contrasting color
Point turning tool
Pattern: Toaster Sweaters by Sew House Seven available at Treadle
Fabric: KNITS ONLY – choose yardage based on version you want to make.
- #1 is closer fitting, raglan sleeves, neck band stands better in a thicker more stable knit
- #2 has set in sleeves that fit and then is roomier from bust down, hi-low hem, wider funnel neck
Thread
Strips of knit interfacing or SewKeysE knit fusible stabilizing tape
hand sewing needles
½ yard 100% cotton broadcloth or muslin, white or other solid light color
Two 7” or 9” zippers (traditional, not invisible)
One 7”-9” invisible zipper
Zipper presser foot for machine
Optional but helpful: invisible zipper presser foot
PREP BEFORE CLASS: Pre-cut your fabric into 6 pieces approximately 9” x 12” in size