Full house on Tuesday
We continue to appreciate all of you that attend Fashion Sewing Club. All three of them have loyal followers and new attendees. It’s so energizing!
I wanted to pass on a link to an organization that Treadle worked with for Grand Old Days-Sew Good Goods. They donate handmade high quality items to people that need them-you can cut, sew, donate, have a party. I’m checking to see if they would be interested in any scraps that any of us might have as they use Treadle fabric.
The photos and Club sheets have been posted under Club Sheets and Garment Photos above. Here is a sampling of what you showed us in June- New attendee who likes all things vintageIncluding a period dressed doll, all the way down to undergarments! Chicago Jacket with modifications from Sew Confident!
(Sew Confident! is a downloadable periodic class from Sewing Workshop.)
Simplicity 1358
Short and Sassy Jacket
A Little Something’ Jacket and zip pouchesTwo Simplicity 2246 Lisette shirt dressesWalden Cooper Bag Florence Shirt from Sewing Workshop
Butterick 6287
Simplify Your Life from Cutting Line DesignsSimplicity 1615
April was a good sewing month for some-lots to see. Fashion Sewing Club photos and sewing notes can be found by clicking here or on Club Sheets/Garment Photos above.
Below is Karen’s ensemble-the tunic is ready-to-wear by Gudrun Sjoden. I’ve watched her clothing for some time. It’s full of color and pattern but not something I’d expect to see on the street here in the metro area. One of the dilemmas on my mind was to reinterpret the look into something I could wear. Karen has solved the problem by choosing just one piece and matching it with a solid pant and sweater. Now which piece will I order???
More inspiration– Sewaholic Granville Shirt
Style Arc Victoria BlouseStyle Arc Victoria BlouseVogue 1415 in fleece
Butterick 6254Butterick 6254
Vogue 9174Copy of favorite robeStyle Arc ensemble
Must have accessory-narrow scarf-2″ x 72″Vogue TrenchButterick 6064 in amazing Treadle fabricBristol Dress x 2Tilton Coat-Butterick 6254Indigo Junction vest
Life was unusually full for us as March began. Unfortunately some things had to make room for others. We apologize for having to cancel Thursday’s Fashion Sewing Club. Saturday and Tuesday meetings were wonderful and great therapy for Debbie and me. Some of the highlights are featured below.
Hancock Fabrics at Southtown is still open, markdowns were at 40% when I was last at the store-the markdowns seem to vary from store to store. Rumor has it that the stores will close by May but that isn’t official. First Sewing will be moving east in the same mall and our current plan is to teach in their new space. There may be a week or two in limbo but we will keep you posted.
Treadle classes continue as usual. Michelle is probably home from her Vegas buying trip and great new fabric has already been coming in. Summer kids’ classes have been posted on their website.
March Classes:
Treadle Yard Goods: 651-698-9690,www.treadleyardgoods.com
Basic Serger and Beyond, Tuesdays, March 22 and 29, 2:00-5:00
Wear It Now, Tuesdays, March 29 and April 5, 6:00-9:00
First Sewing, Bloomington Hancock Fabrics, 952-884-1938
*Please register in advance with Material Girls on their website or call us at 952-201-3863
Kids’ Spring Break Sewing:
Wednesday-Thursday, March 30, 31, 10:00-2:30
Sew Studio, Thursday, March 31, 1-4 pm
February and March Club photos and sheets are also on the website-see above on menu bar.
Marci Tilton teeKwikSew shirt conquered!Tremont JacketFlorence ShirtFinally did some sewing for herself!!
Wardrobing for a tripSandra Betzina jacket
Going to Disney-check out the pompoms inside the skirt!Katherine Tilton jacket-you need one
Pretty lace shellsGoing to Paris coat
Tomorrow I’ll post April classes and a few other tidbits…
Despite the cold weather many of you attended Club meetings and we were all well rewarded. Inspirational sewing and seeing friends (some of whom we hadn’t seen for many months and some new) made the cold trip worthwhile.
Next month’s meetings will be here soon as the Saturday meeting is one week early-
Saturday, Feb. 6, Treadle Yard Goods, 10:30 pm
Tuesday, Feb. 9, Treadle Yard Goods, 10:30 pm
Thursday, Feb. 11, Southtown Hancock, 6:30 pm
January Club sheets and photos are posted under the heading of the same above.
Here’s Show and Tell:
The Bristol Dress from Sewing Workshop-
Embellished seam Becky’s Bristol. She also showed the Gracie Transeasonal Coat from StyleArc Florence Shirt from Sewing Workshop[/caption] L Squared Bag from Sewing Workshop-fabric from Joann’s New Look 6383 K. Tilton coat-Butterick 6254 in jerseyGreat Copy Savannah tee with neckline variations Oliver + S skirt Style Arc Stacie Jean JacketMichelle’s Verona Jacket from Sewing Workshop Handstitching detail Beach sewing!
Another Expo has come and gone. It was great to see so many of you; fun to catch up with those we haven’t seen in a while.
November club sheets and garment photos have been posted-click on the link above.
It was another great month for show and tell. We had over 80 attendees at the Expo versions of Club.
We have two weeks of classes after Thanksgiving including the December installment of Fashion Sewing Club. Can’t wait to see the holiday sewing. There are so many fun pieces at Treadle with a little bit of blitz and bling.
Here is the calendar for the remainder of the year and then some show and tell pics.
December Fashion Sewing Club
Tuesday, December 8, Treadle Yard Goods, 10:30 am
Thursday, December 10, Hancock Fabrics, Southtown, 10:30 and 6:30
Saturday, December 12, Treadle Yard Goods, 10:30
Classes: Treadle Yard Goods: 651-698-9690,www.treadleyardgoods.com
Basic Sergery and Beyond: Saturday, December 5 and 12, 2-5 pm First Sewing: Bloomington Hancock Fabrics, 952-884-1938
*Please register in advance with Material Girls on their website or call us at 952-201-3863
Sewing Studio: Thursdays, December 3, 10, 1:00-4:00
Basic Serger and Beyond: May be taken during any Sewing Adventures below
Sewing Adventures: Tuesday, December 1, 12:30-2:30
Thursday, December 3, 6:00-8:00
Wednesday, December 9, 1-3 pm
Sewing For HomeSchoolers: Tuesday, December 1, 10:00-11:30
Just a bit behind with all this beautiful summer weather to be out in but here are some of the June show and tell creations for your viewing pleasure. My daughter, Hilary, was the guest model and photographer. We have her to thank for the collage idea which we will repeat-now that we’ve remembered it!
Yes, there were 52 people attending-thanks to all for coming!! Photos and Club Sheets are posted (see bar above). Here’s the show and tell! Lots of people eager to sew for warmer weather-whenever it decides to come around…
Sewing Workshop’s Liberty ShirtThose great big bold prints we’re seeing everywhereUsing a contrast color thread adds a little pizzazzWool still feels good some mornings…January’s POMFun bagsAn armful of bagsVogue 8952Pleated Sandra Betzina blouseTilton jacket in a ponte knitPOMPOMGranville Shirt conquered!Foldover elastic used for neckbandLook closely at the blue skirt-cut out scuba knit!
I don’t know that we’ve seen the sun since Easter Sunday (and then not for very long) but here are a few photos that may bring a little sunshine into your day. Full disclosure: they are my grandkids so I am biased :}
Youngest to oldest- Atticus in “Grant’s Vintage Romper” from Sew Beautiful pattern
You can get the Sew Beautiful directions here.
Finally finished Elizabeth Zimmerman’s Surprise Jacket. Just fits!
Sweater pattern available here.
Ezekiel fitting into last year’s twin’s outfitDon’t forget the hat!
Even though I didn’t get anything sewn for them, I knew you’d all want to see how they’ve grown: Ben-2 yrs. 5 mos. Drew, 2 yrs. 5 mos.
And finally for some of what I’m missing (sewing for girls), Annette sent me a photo of her Easter sewing. Thanks! Swiss sateen, french lace, and pearl buttons
Suffice it to say, even if I have granddaughters, there may only be one dress of that caliber to share.
Fashion Sewing Club meetings coming up-
Thursday, April 9, 10:30 and 6:30, First Sewing, Blmgtn. Hancock Fabrics
Saturday, April 11, at Treadle Yard Goods
Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 at Treadle Yard Goods
Classes:
Treadle Yard Goods: 651-698-9690,www.treadleyardgoods.com
Kids After School Sewing, Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28, 4:00-5:30
First Sewing, Bloomington Hancock Fabrics, 952-884-1938
*Please register in advance with Material Girls on our website or call 952-201-3863
Sew-Serge-Fit, Thurs., April 2, 16 and 23 and 30, 10:00-12:00, 6:00-8:00
Sew Along-Studio (Pants or You Pick), Thurs., Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30, 1-4 pm
Kids’ Sewing, Sat., Apr. 11, 1:30-3:30, Thursdays, April 16, 30, 4:30-6
Also Textile Garage Sale is this Saturday and Treadle’s big sale goes till the 12th (you can have sale prices if you come to Club on Tuesday, but the good stuff might be gone…)
We’ve added three Saturday classes in addition to our after school classes for younger students at the Hancock Southtown location:
Saturdays, March 14, 28 and April 11.
Spring Break classes will be held on Thursday, April 2nd at Chanhassen Vacuum Center and Friday, April 3rd at Hancock Southtown. Students can choose from morning and/or afternoon sessions. Stuffed creatures will be our focus at Chanhassen while several options will be offered at Hancock because of the availability of supplies at the store.
For registration and more information click on Classes on the website.
Saturday is the last Fashion Sewing Club meeting for March. We’ve had fun at the first two-great attendance at the Thursday Hancock meetings!
Here’s a sampling of show and tell-
Happy Chinese New Year, Happy (?) Lent and last week of February!
The garment photos and Club sheets from our February meetings have been posted. Click here or above to go look at them. Thanks to all who attended. Our next meetings will be Tuesday, 3/10 at Treadle, Thursday, 3/12 at Hancock and Saturday, 3/14 at Treadle. Pattern of the Month is McCall’s 6796.
If you are looking for classes this week we will be at Hancock Southtown on Thursday for Sew/Fit/Serge at 10 am and 6 pm and Knit Wardrobe Sew Along Studio from 1-4. Click here for more info and registration.
Friday, 2/27, we are in Chanhassen for a kids’ sewing class. We are making shoulder bags with cool Japanese fabrics from Treadle. Register here. The class is half full.
The pattern is McCalls 6997.
I used magnets for closures. Here’s a Craftsy blog with good information if you’ve never used them.
We have a Back to Basics Knit Slim Pant class at Treadle on Tuesday, Mar. 3 from 6-8. Here’s registration info.
And just to show it’s not all about sewing, I finally finished the Elizabeth Zimmerman Surprise Jacket. Here it is on Grandbaby No. 3.
Material Girl Sewing 