Classes
Welcome to our 2010 Summer Class Schedule. Treadle offers a variety of classes that are never stuffy. Our instructors are knowledgeable, patient and fun loving.
How To Register For Classes
- You may register by phone (651.698.9690) via credit card or in
person at the store. Please note class dates and times on your calendar!
We do not make reminder calls. - Full payment is required to reserve your space in class.
- Class sizes are limited, so please register early.
- Class fees are refundable up to one week prior to class. After that time, they are non-refundable and non-transferable. Cancellations may occur due to lack of enrollment. Refunds will be issued to registered students.
- Register early - help us to avoid canceling a popular class and disappointing you.
- Most classes have a supply list which will be mailed to you upon
registration. Unless otherwise noted, ALL required supplies should be brought to your first class. Our staff will be happy to assist you
in gathering your supplies. As always, you will receive a 15% discount on all fabric purchases for the duration of your class. - All classes are appropriate for ages 14 and over, unless otherwise
indicated. Skill levels are the minimum required. If you are unsure of your skill level, please inquire at the store and we will help you to determine which class is appropriate for you.
SKILL LEVELS
- Beginner: Little or no sewing experience
- Advanced Beginner: Must be familiar with your sewing machine and general sewing terms and comfortable reading a pattern
- Intermediate: Must be knowledgeable of your sewing machine, comfortable reading a pattern, and have an understanding of basic garment construction
BASIC SEWING SUPPLIES
The following supplies are required for ALL classes. A supply list will be sent to you upon class registration.
NO SEWING MACHINE?
Treadle has a limited number of sewing machines available for use during class on a first come/first served basis. Please reserve when you register.
If you slept through Home Ec or never had the opportunity, this class is for you. You will learn all you need to know to construct a simple garment in class. Pattern suggestions available. Final pattern and fabric selections will be made after the first class.
Skill Level: Beginner Fee: $105.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Mondays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., June 7 14, 21, 28
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to NOON, August 7, 14, 21, 28
Instructor: Mary Tradewell Location: Treadle 2
Wednesdays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., July 21, 28; August 4, 11
Wednesdays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., September 8, 15, 22, 29
This is the perfect class if you’ve just finished Beginning Sewing or want to brush up on your sewing skills before tackling a more demanding project. Boost your sewing skills and confidence, learn new techniques, and keep on sewing!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Fee: $105.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Mondays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., July 5, 12, 19; August 2 (no class July 26)
Do you love what you sew? Or do zippers, buttonholes and other sewing challenges keep you from trying some really fun patterns? Learn tips, tricks and new techniques to improve your sewing skills. Construct a garment of your choice (no slacks or advanced patterns please). Class will include technique demonstration as well as individual sewing time; some sewing outside of class required.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Fee: $105.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Mondays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., August 9, 16, 23, 30
Love to sew, but frustrated with fit? Learn basic pattern alterations to achieve a better fit. Choose a shirt, jacket or dress pattern. (No slacks or advanced patterns please.) We will refine the fit in a garment muslin. An understanding of basic garment construction required. Some outside sewing required.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $60.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Fridays, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., August 6, 13, 20
Finally! We’ve taken our time putting this class together because
pants are the most challenging garment to fit and, let’s be honest,
we’re fussy about fit. We will work with a basic fitted pants pattern
which has a waistband, darts and fly-front zipper; make basic pattern
adjustments, then refine the fit in a muslin. Suggested prerequisite:
Beginning Pattern Alteration. *Class fee includes pattern.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $110* Location: Treadle 2
Instructors: Michele Hoaglund & Sara Langworthy
Mondays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., September 13, 20, 27
Don’t let zippers intimidate you! Whether you’ve been frustrated with your results in the past or have never tackled a zipper, you can learn to put in great-looking zippers. Learn centered, lap, invisible zipper and fly front applications, along with guidelines and techniques to choose the best zipper for the job. Leave with samples for reference in future projects.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle
Fridays, 9:00 a.m. to NOON, July 16, 23
Knits are so easy to wear, but can be challenging to sew. The techniques are different and stretch stitches are required. You can be successful sewing knits with your sewing machine (no serger necessary). Learn the different stretch stitches your machine has, what works well, and other techniques for tackling knits while you construct a simple top. Some sewing outside of class may be required. Note: Your machine MUST have a zigzag stitch.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Fridays, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., July 16, 23
Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., September 9, 16
Have a favorite something you’ve worn to death, but just can’t part with? You can give new life to old garments! Make a pattern (without taking your old favorite apart) and make a new one! Learn how to copy an existing garment, create a pattern, and make a muslin to test the pattern. An understanding of garment construction required. Sewing will be done outside of class.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $60.00
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund Location: Treadle 2
Fridays, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., August 6, 13, 20
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to NOON, September 11, 18, 25
Learn to make trouser pockets and fly fronts like the pros! These
are the details that can set your garment apart in comfort,
wearability and professional appearance. You will learn techniques
to make beautiful jeans-style hip pockets, formal trouser side seam
pockets and slash pockets as well as a fail-proof zipper fly. Students
will make samples of each to bring home for future reference. *Fee
includes a materials fee.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $61.00*
Instructor: Sara Langworthy Location: Treadle
Tuesdays, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., June 1, 8, 15
Love to sew - except when your machine is acting up? Never know if you’re dealing with a machine hobgoblin or operator error? Learn sewing machine troubleshooting, basic maintenance, and how to get the most from your sewing machine. Top and bottom tension issues, needle choices and stitch configuration will be among the issues addressed.
Skill Level: All Fee: $25
Instructor: Allen Nelson Location: Treadle 2
Tuesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., July 20
New serger? Old serger with issues? Learn to know and love your serger. You’ll learn threading, operation, serger techniques, plus tips and tricks that will make using your serger easier than ever.
Skill Level: All Fee: $25
Instructor: Allen Nelson Location: Treadle 2
Tuesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., July 27
Stumped by a technique, confused by pattern directions, or just need moral support to tackle your next project? Spend an afternoon or evening (or several) working on the project of your choice. All the advice and help you need to finish your project fabulously. Please note: If you need help with fit or altering a pattern, choose a salon with Michele. If you need help with roman shades or other specific home dec questions, choose a salon with Melissa.
Skill Level: All Fee: $15 each Location: Treadle
Instructor: Michele Hoaglund (Mondays/Saturdays) or Melissa Sternal (Tuesdays/Saturdays)
Mondays, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., June 7, 21; July 5, 19; August 2, 16, 30; September 13, 27
Tuesdays, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., June 15, 29; July 13, 27; August 10, 24; September 7, 21
Saturdays, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., June 12, 26; July 17, 24; August 14, 28; September 11, 25
Learn to make four different styles of fabric and ribbon flowers, then use them for embellishing pillows, purses, scarves, wreaths or??? Silk fabric and ribbons make these flowers sumptuous and extravagant, but you won’t believe how fun and easy they are to make!
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $35.00
Instructor: Jennifer Diederich Location: Treadle
Tuesday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., August 3 -OR- Wednesday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., September 15
Pillows are a fabulous and affordable way to add punch to your decor. Learn the sewing techniques you need to know to duplicate the expensive decorator pillows you’ve been drooling over. You’ll learn the various types of closures available, and how to make and insert piping while you make your own fabulous pillow.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $39
Instructor: Melissa Sternal Location: Treadle 2
Saturday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., July 24
Learn to make one fully lined, board-mounted roman shade. Bring in your window dimensions and during the first class we’ll design the shades, cut out the fabric and lining and if time allows, begin sewing. The following class will consist of assembling the shade and board mounting it. You’ll go home with a fabulous decorator shade and be eager to make more. Some sewing outside of class may be required.
Skill Level: Intermediate Fee: $85.00
Instructor: Melissa Sternal Location: Treadle 2
Saturday & Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., June 26 & 27
This is the perfect place to start. You’ll learn to use your sewing machine, wind a bobbin, and sew two fun projects. Choose from a blanket, pillowcase, or drawstring tote bag. *Class fee includes all supplies for two projects.
Skill Level: Beginner Ages: 10-13 Fee: $160.00*
Instructor: Jessica Bandelin Location: Treadle 2
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to NOON, June 28 through July 2
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to NOON, August 2 through 6
If you know how to thread your sewing machine, wind a bobbin, and sew a straight line, you’re ready to learn how to read a pattern. You’ll start with a pair of pj bottoms. If time allows, a second project may be chosen, *Pattern for first project included in class fee.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Ages: 10-13 Fee: 140.00*
Instructor: Jessica Bandelin Location: Treadle 2
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to NOON, August 16-20
Learn the basics of quilting - from fabric and color choices, machine piecing and construction, to binding and finishing - while you construct a nine-block sampler. Your sampler can be finished as a wall hanging, lap quilt, or table topper.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $105.00
Instructor: Sara Langworthy Location: Treadle 2
Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., July 8, 15, 22, 29
Move beyond sampler construction into the world of rotary cutting. This quilt is created with one block in the manner of One Block Wonders by Maxine Rosenthal. Easier to make than it looks, rotary cut triangles are used to create the hexagon shapes and the results are stunning. Stop in to see it! Recommended prerequisite: Beginning Quiltmaking or other basic quilting class.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $105.00
Instructor: LaVaughn Bye Location: Treadle 2
Wednesdays, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., June 23, 30: July 7, 14
Add a little bling to your everyday things. This class will teach the
beginner the four basic stitches needed to embellish anything from
clothing to home dec to surface embellishments on finished quilts.
You’ll make a sampler of these stitches to inspire you in future projects.
All supplies included-bring $5 to class to cover supplies.
Skill Level: Beginner Fee: $25.00
Instructor: Jennifer Diederich Location: Treadle
Monday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., June 21 -OR- Wednesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., August 18
This adorable initial pin is a snap to make. You will learn two basic bead embroidery stitches and leave class with a finished pin ready to gift or wear. All supplies included - bring $5 to class to cover supplies
Skill Level: Beginner Fee: $25.00
Instructor: Jennifer Diederich Location: Treadle
Thursday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., July 15 -OR- Tuesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., August 31
Create a crown, small amulet bag, hair barrettes, or decorative pin with wool felt for yourself or to give as gifts. This is a fun, easy way to begin learning to hand sew. This class is appropriate for ages 6 to 8 if accompanied and helped by an adult and ages 9 to 12 to working independently.
Skill Level: Beginner Fee: $30.00 (adult/child pair) or $20 (single adult or child)
Instructor: Jessica Bandelin Location: Treadle 2
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to NOON, June 26
These charming dolls come with their own story and accessories. Their tale is told in photos of them staged in various adventures. The patterns are available for purchase as a pdf file. Choose your favorite doll to get started. Find them at www.weewonderfuls.com/make-a-long.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Fee: $35.00
Instructor: Jessica Bandelin Location: Treadle
Wednesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., July 21, 28
Stitch this cute rocket pillow with a pocket for the favorite child in your life. Good practice working with circles and curves plus lots of fun. From the book One Yard Wonders and taught by the designer herself.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Fee: $35.00
Instructor: Jessica Bandelin Location: Treadle
Wednesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., June 23, 30
The Grids & Grommet Bag from Indygo Junction is one of their most popular patterns. Using large, colorful grommets, these bags make a bold fashion statement. Make this bag in one of two sizes (tote or purse) incorporating some of your favorite fabrics and quilting patterns.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Melissa Sternal Location: Treadle 2
Saturdays, 9:00 to NOON, July 17, 24
Learn to sew with oilcloth and make the cutest bag ever! Local pattern designer, Kathy McGee of Hemma Design, will teach you all you need to know as you construct her Sigrid Oilcloth Market Bag. *Pattern included in class fee.
Skill Level: Adv. Beginner Fee: $50.00*
Instructor: Kathy McGee Location: Treadle 2
Saturdays, 10:00 to NOON, June 12, 19
FASHION SEWING CLUB
The Fashion Sewing Club meets the second Tuesday of every month at
10:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. in Treadle 2. Cost is $10 and you will receive 10%
off regular priced fabrics that day. For more information about the club,
check out the Material Girls’ web site - www.materialgirlsewing.com.
Member of a group of textile and/or sewing enthusiasts? Our class space is available at a nominal fee for your meetings and get-togethers.
Jessica Bandelin is a life-long Saint Paulite and big-time Treadle Yard Goods fan. She has been sewing for 23 years and also spends a little too much of her time knitting. Jessica keeps a blog to talk about crafty things and spending time with her family at www.fifthlampdown.blogspot.com.
LaVaughn Bye has been sewing since she was 6 years old, starting with a classic apron. Her mom told her she could have any clothes she wanted--if she made them herself. She went on to make a coat when she was 13 and entered it in the Make It With Wool contest. LaVaughn began quilting 7 years ago, when she realized that quilting wasn’t just for beds anymore, but a perfect way to create with cloth.
Jennifer Diederich has been involved in the fiber and textile community for over 15 years. Her designs have been published in books and magazines, including an article in American Patchwork and Quilting. From quilting to bead work, Jennifer’s knowledge is extensive and her enthusiasm is infectious.
Michele Hoaglund, dressmaker and long time Treadle employee, loves to create garments that fit fabulously and are beautiful both inside and out. She has been teaching for over 8 years and enjoys seeing students get excited about sewing.
Sara Langworthy has been sewing, costuming and generally making stuff professionally for the last 24 years. Her specialties include creative costuming, unusual fabric construction and believing that art is in everyone.
Kathy McGee is a freelance clothing, accessory and home product designer living in St. Paul. She created Hemma Design Patterns as a way to share her love of sewing, making bright and cheery things for one’s home, and a belief that sewing and handicrafts make our world a happier place.
Allen Nelson has a degree in robotics and spent several years as Service Manager for a large sewing machine retailer. He has owned and operated ABBE Repair since January 2000 and specializes in the repair of sewing machines, sergers and embroidery machines.
Melissa Sternal has been solving home decorating problems at Treadle for years. She also creates beautiful custom window treatments, pillows and other lovely decorator items.
Mary Tradewell is a long-time sewing enthusiast. Beginning as a girl at home, she continues to sew for herself and her family. She has taught in community ed classes in western Wisconsin and now joins us here at Treadle.