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Fiber Arts
Learn to Sew
![Cover art for Dressmaking : the complete step-by-step guide to making your own clothes / Alison Smith.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9780756698201.jpg)
Dressmaking : the complete step-by-step guide to making your own clothes / Alison Smith.
Smith, Alison (Alison Victoria)
![Cover art for Stylish skirts : 23 easy-to-sew skirts to flatter every figure / Sato Watanabe.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9784805313077.jpg)
Stylish skirts : 23 easy-to-sew skirts to flatter every figure / Sato Watanabe.
Watanabe, Sato, author.
![Cover art for Learn simple serging [electronic resource] / Diana Cedolia.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781306865753.png)
Learn simple serging [electronic resource] / Diana Cedolia.
Cedolia, Diana.
![Cover art for Half yard home : easy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabric / Debbie Shore.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781782211082.jpg)
Half yard home : easy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabric / Debbie Shore.
Shore, Debbie, author.
![Cover art for Sweetly stitched handmades / Amy Sinibaldi.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-6055647664.jpg)
Sweetly stitched handmades / Amy Sinibaldi.
Sinbaldi, Amy, author.
![Cover art for Tilda's toy box / Tone Finnanger.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781446306154.jpg)
Tilda’s toy box / Tone Finnanger.
Finnanger, Tone.
![Cover art for Sewing happiness : a year of simple projects for living well / Sanae Ishida.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781570619953.jpg)
Sewing happiness : a year of simple projects for living well / Sanae Ishida.
Ishida, Sanae, author.
![Cover art for Learning to sew [electronic resource].](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1631378201.jpg)
Learning to sew [electronic resource].
Petelinsek, Kathleen, author.
Learn to knit & crochet
![Cover art for The finer edge : crocheted trims, motifs & borders / Kristin Omdahl.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1596685549.jpg)
The finer edge : crocheted trims, motifs & borders / Kristin Omdahl.
Omdahl, Kristin.
![Cover art for Amigurume : make cute crochet people / Allison Hoffman.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1454703970.jpg)
Amigurume : make cute crochet people / Allison Hoffman.
Hoffman, Allison.
![Cover art for Once upon a knit : 28 Grimm and glamorous fairy-tale projects / Genevieve Miller.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-0385344945.jpg)
Once upon a knit : 28 Grimm and glamorous fairy-tale projects / Genevieve Miller.
Miller, Genevieve, 1969-
![Cover art for Crochet / by June Gilbank.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781615644599.jpg)
Crochet / by June Gilbank.
Gilbank, June.
![Cover art for Knit in new directions / with Myra Wood ; photography by Alexis Xenakis.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781933064284.jpg)
Knit in new directions / with Myra Wood ; photography by Alexis Xenakis.
Wood, Myra, author.
![Cover art for The knitting answer book : solutions to every problem you'll ever face answers to every question you'll ever ask / by Margaret Radcliffe.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781612124049.jpg)
The knitting answer book : solutions to every problem you’ll ever face answers to every question you’ll ever ask / by Margaret Radcliffe.
Radcliffe, Margaret (Margaret K. K.), author.
![Cover art for The knowledgeable knitter : understand the inner workings of knitting and make every project a success / Margaret Radcliffe.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781612120409.jpg)
The knowledgeable knitter : understand the inner workings of knitting and make every project a success / Margaret Radcliffe.
Radcliffe, Margaret (Margaret K. K.)
![Cover art for Designer crochet : 32 patterns to elevate your style : sizes small to 5x / Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781454708728.jpg)
Designer crochet : 32 patterns to elevate your style : sizes small to 5x / Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby.
Mullett-Bowlsby, Shannon, author.
![Cover art for Great new ways with granny squares / Rosa P.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781782211495.jpg)
Great new ways with granny squares / Rosa P.
P., Rosa, author.
![Cover art for Custom socks : knit to fit your feet / Kate Atherley.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781620337752.jpg)
Custom socks : knit to fit your feet / Kate Atherley.
Atherley, Kate, author.
![Cover art for Arm knitting / Amanda Bassetti.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781438007304.jpg)
Arm knitting / Amanda Bassetti.
Bassetti, Amanda, author.
![Cover art for Knitting ephemera : a compendium of articles, useful and otherwise, for the edification and amusement of the handknitter / by Carol J. Sulcoski.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781936096985.jpg)
Knitting ephemera : a compendium of articles, useful and otherwise, for the edification and amusement of the handknitter / by Carol J. Sulcoski.
Sulcoski, Carol, 1965- author, editor.
![Cover art for New directions in sock knitting : 18 innovative designs knitted from every which way / Ann Budd.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781620339435.jpg)
New directions in sock knitting : 18 innovative designs knitted from every which way / Ann Budd.
Budd, Ann, 1956- author.
![Cover art for Knitlandia : a knitter sees the world / Clara Parkes.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617691904.jpg)
Knitlandia : a knitter sees the world / Clara Parkes.
Parkes, Clara.
![Cover art for Traditional Nordic knits : over 40 hats, mittens, gloves, and socks / Johanna Wallin.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781570767708.jpg)
Traditional Nordic knits : over 40 hats, mittens, gloves, and socks / Johanna Wallin.
Wallin, Johanna, author.
![Cover art for Wee garter stitch : must-have knits for modern babies and toddlers / Vickie Howell.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781942021926.jpg)
Wee garter stitch : must-have knits for modern babies and toddlers / Vickie Howell.
Howell, Vickie, author.
Learn to quilt
![Cover art for Growing up modern : 16 quilt projects for babies & kids / Allison Harris.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781607056539.jpg)
Growing up modern : 16 quilt projects for babies & kids / Allison Harris.
Harris, Allison, 1982-
![Cover art for First steps to free-motion quilting : 24 projects for fearless stitching / Christina Cameli.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781607056720.jpg)
First steps to free-motion quilting : 24 projects for fearless stitching / Christina Cameli.
Cameli, Christina, 1976-
![Cover art for Modern bee : 13 quilts to make with friends / Lindsay Conner.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781607057307.jpg)
Modern bee : 13 quilts to make with friends / Lindsay Conner.
Conner, Lindsay, 1983-
![Cover art for Amish quilts : crafting an American icon / Janneken Smucker.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1421410532.jpg)
Amish quilts : crafting an American icon / Janneken Smucker.
Smucker, Janneken.
![Cover art for Quilting with a modern slant : people, patterns, and techniques inspiring the modern quilt community / Rachel May.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781612120638.jpg)
Quilting with a modern slant : people, patterns, and techniques inspiring the modern quilt community / Rachel May.
May, Rachel (Rachel Suzanne)
![Cover art for Quilting / by Jennifer Fulton.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1615646124.jpg)
Quilting / by Jennifer Fulton.
Fulton, Jennifer, author.
![Cover art for Unconventional & unexpected : American quilts below the radar, 1950-2000 / Roderick Kiracofe.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617691232.jpg)
Unconventional & unexpected : American quilts below the radar, 1950-2000 / Roderick Kiracofe.
Kiracofe, Roderick, author.
![Cover art for Patchwork city : 75 innovative blocks for the modern quilter : 6 sampler quilts / Elizabeth Hartman.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1607059517.jpg)
Patchwork city : 75 innovative blocks for the modern quilter : 6 sampler quilts / Elizabeth Hartman.
Hartman, Elizabeth (Elizabeth Anne)
![Cover art for Double wedding ring quilts : traditions made modern : full-circle sketches from life / Victoria Findlay Wolfe.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617450266.jpg)
Double wedding ring quilts : traditions made modern : full-circle sketches from life / Victoria Findlay Wolfe.
Wolfe, Victoria Findlay, 1970- author.
![Cover art for One-block wonders : one fabric, one shape, one-of-a-kind quilts / Maxine Rosenthal.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1571203222.jpg)
One-block wonders : one fabric, one shape, one-of-a-kind quilts / Maxine Rosenthal.
Rosenthal, Maxine, 1944-
![Cover art for Hexagon happenings : 15 quilts & projects / by Carolyn Forster.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1935726668.jpg)
Hexagon happenings : 15 quilts & projects / by Carolyn Forster.
Forster, Carolyn, author.
![Cover art for The quilter's practical guide to color : includes 10 skill-building projects / Becky Goldsmith.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781607058649.jpg)
The quilter’s practical guide to color : includes 10 skill-building projects / Becky Goldsmith.
Goldsmith, Becky, 1956-
![Cover art for Foolproof walking-foot quilting designs : visual guide - idea book / Mary Mashuta.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617450518.jpg)
Foolproof walking-foot quilting designs : visual guide – idea book / Mary Mashuta.
Mashuta, Mary, author.
![Cover art for Quilt lovely : 15 vibrant projects using piecing & appliqué / Jen Kingwell.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781440240584.jpg)
Quilt lovely : 15 vibrant projects using piecing & appliqué / Jen Kingwell.
Kingwell, Jen, author.
![Cover art for Thread stories : a visual guide to creating stunning stitched portrait quilts / Jennifer Day.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1617450537.jpg)
Thread stories : a visual guide to creating stunning stitched portrait quilts / Jennifer Day.
Day, Jennifer, 1955- author.
![Cover art for Cabin fever : 20 modern log cabin quilts / Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617450303.jpg)
Cabin fever : 20 modern log cabin quilts / Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting.
Bonner, Natalia, 1982-
![Cover art for Sister sampler quilts : 3 modern sampler quilts with paired sister blocks / AnneMarie Chany.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781440245039.jpg)
Sister sampler quilts : 3 modern sampler quilts with paired sister blocks / AnneMarie Chany.
Chany, AnneMarie, author.
![Cover art for Intentional piecing : from fussy cutting to foundation piecing / Amy Friend.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1940655188.jpg)
Intentional piecing : from fussy cutting to foundation piecing / Amy Friend.
Friend, Amy, author.
![Cover art for Double vision quilts : simply layer shapes & color for richly complex curved designs / Louisa L. Smith.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1617451231.jpg)
Double vision quilts : simply layer shapes & color for richly complex curved designs / Louisa L. Smith.
Smith, Louisa L., 1943- author.
![Cover art for Piecing makeover : simple tricks to fine-tune your patchwork : a guide to diagnosing & solving common problems / Patty Murphy.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1617452572.jpg)
Piecing makeover : simple tricks to fine-tune your patchwork : a guide to diagnosing & solving common problems / Patty Murphy.
Murphy, Patty (Patricia Priven), 1974-
![Cover art for Comfort & glory : two centuries of American quilts from the Briscoe Center / Katherine Jean Adams.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-1477309187.jpg)
Comfort & glory : two centuries of American quilts from the Briscoe Center / Katherine Jean Adams.
Adams, Katherine Jean., author.
![Cover art for Charm school : 18 quilts from 5 squares : a beginner's guide / Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique."](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cover-9781617452710.jpg)
Charm school : 18 quilts from 5 squares : a beginner’s guide / Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique.”
Goertzen, Vanessa, 1984- author.
Featured Upcoming Events
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.
Learn more>Knit a Sweater (5-part Series)
Intermediate Level
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
What's a better time to knit your very first sweater than during summer! We'll enhance basic skills while learning some new techniques. Class series runs biweekly 06/29-08/24.
Learn more>Macramé a Coaster
Beginner Level
Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Work multiple strands of cord using lark's head and square knots to make an easy, cute drink coaster.
Learn more>Melrose Center (Conference Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Fiber artists, share in the magic of making as we create an enchanted forest of handcrafted art. Contributors are also encouraged to submit creations of their own design. All levels are welcome.
Learn more>Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Sewing machines and cutting mats are here for you to create your project. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
Learn more>Sewing – Essentials Behind the Seams
Confident Beginner
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Finishing a project is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Choosing the right seam to enclose fabric edges can elevate a project from good to great.
Learn more>Sewing – Sleeveless Hoodie (4-Part)
Intermediate Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Sew a stylish sleeveless hoodie. Perfect for the gym, physical fitness, leisure or casual wear in summer or fall. Learn to cover stitch and insert grommets. Students are required to bring fabric.
Learn more>Knit Enchanted Forest Birds (2-Part)
Confident Beginner Level - A Yarnfiti Project
Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Learn and advance your skills while knitting a beautiful bird for the Yarnfiti Enchanted Forest.
Learn more>Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.
Learn more>Windermere Branch (Windermere - Ask at Desk)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Create your own unique pencil case perfect for school! Recommended for ages 10 to 17
Learn more>Fiber Art Kits
Get hands on experience creating your own handmade projects! Check out a kit to explore a new hobby or improve your skills. You provide the yarn, we’ll provide the tools!
Sew
Get hands-on experience and explore the world of creating your own clothes and home décor. We have classes designed for all levels. Let’s get creative together!
New to sewing? Check out Introduction to the Sewing Machine.
Need help with your project? Come to Sewing Open Lab and get personalized help with your sewing!
Don’t forget to complete an OCLS Sewing Lab Waiver prior to joining a class.
Knit
Discover the joy of knitting in hands-on classes for all levels. Join our Let’s Knit classes to discover new projects and socialize with other knitters.
New to knitting? Check out Let’s Knit Level 1.
Crochet
Discover the joy of crocheting in hands-on classes for all levels. Join our Let’s Crochet classes to discover new projects and socialize with other crocheters.
New to crocheting? Check out Let’s Crochet Level 1.