We are SO in love with these new linen/rayon blends. With a softly textured surface, dreamy drape, and fabulous, wearable colors, they are ideal for your next garment project! What would YOU make?
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Friday, January 15, 2021
Indigo Panne Velvet
We loved this panne velvet at first sight, but when we washed a swatch, we were really WOWED!
Check out the washed sample on the left. The velvet has softened amazingly, the pile fluffed up, and the color a more intense blue.
More kitty prints, and pups too!
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Treadle Weekly Newsletter - One Dollar patterns and more!
We're trying something different. Something new. We are updating our email newsletter format to bring you more. More beautiful fabrics. More inspiring ideas. More connection. Keep reading to see what we have in store for you! | ![]() |

Our Clearance continues with NEW markdowns!
Find the perfect fabric for your next project - we have wool, knits, rayon, and more marked down up to 75% off. | ![]() |
![]() | McCall's patterns have been reduced to just $1 each! There are plenty of great options left, and you really can't go wrong at a buck apiece. |

Free Monthly Online Sewing Talk: Got a box of mystery feet? Which one is which? Knowing the correct presser foot to use can make your sewing so much easier. We'll talk about each foot's special abilities and how to get the most out of it. Saturday 10:30 January 16 These talks are free, but space is limited! Call us to sign up! | ![]() Call 651-698-9690 to reserve your spot in this class. |

What's NEW in fabric? Ponte knits in classic solids and one great floral print. Cute cat prints! Beautiful, soft French terry knits. | ![]() |
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There are more classes coming up! We still have space, so call us to sign up.
651.698.9690
See all our classes and find registration info here.
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 Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00 January 19, 26, February 2 |
![]() Fee: $30 Tuesday 6:00 – 8:00 January 19 | 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! |
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. | ![]() Fee: $125 Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00 January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24 |
Happy Sewing,
Michele and the Treadlettes
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
A Tale of Two Twills
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Monday, January 11, 2021
Sunday, January 10, 2021
French Terry Knits
New French terry knit fabrics! You'll recognize French terry by the delicate loops on the inner side of the fabric; the right side resembles a plain jersey knit. Soft inside, smooth outside - what's not to love!
Friday, January 8, 2021
New Ponte Knits!
Check out these new ponte knits - including a great print! Ponte is a heavier weight, stable knit that feels great to wear but looks polished. Perfect for pants! Or try it in dresses or jackets, too!
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
More new classes with the Material Girls
We've made a few additions to our online class schedule! Check out these upcoming classes with Kristin and Debbie of the Material Girls!
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. Skill Level: All Fee: $85 Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00 January 19, 26, February 2 Saturdays 1:00 – 4:00 February 6 & 13 | ![]() |
![]() | 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 Beginning and up Fee: $55 Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin Tuesdays 1:00 – 3:00 pm February 16, 23, March 2 |
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. Skill Level: Advanced Beginning and up Fee: $45 Instructor: Material Girls Debbie & Kristin Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00 February 16, 23 | ![]() |
Plus, Garment Sewing Group is coming up! |
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. Garment Sewing Group meets at 10:30 a.m.: Saturday January 9
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To register for our online classes, call us at 651.698.9690, or stop by the store. Find more class info here! |