It's Sew Easy
Old School, New Tools
From Sewing to Knitting, visit your local Library to discover new tools to streamline tasks or build your skills. In this series of classes, learn everything from basic sewing skills to how to design and create wearable technology.
Learn to Sew
Upcoming Events
Sewing – Cat Ears Headband (2-Part)
Confident Beginner
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Sew a headband with cat ears to complete a halloween costume. Pattern size ranges from 19” heads to 25” heads so it should fit many kids as well as adults. Students are required to bring materials.
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 – Introduction to the Serger
Intermediate Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
If you already know how to use a sewing machine, it is time to discover the versatility of using a serger. Get an overview of how a serger works and how to properly and safely use one.
Learn more>Sewing – Threading a Serger
Advanced Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Sergers can perform many different types of stitches as long as you know how to thread them properly. Learn to thread paths for upper and lower loopers, and for both needles.
Learn more>Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part)
Flowers and Crosses Hydrangea Variation
Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.
Learn more>Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Get ready for Halloween and bring your sewing and costume projects. All the tools are here for you. Students are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
Learn more>Sewing – Easy Placemats and Napkins (2 Part Series)
Beginner Level
Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Get ready for your next dinner party with your very own placemats! We will be using straight stitching and turning out techniques with batting.
Learn more>Sewing – Elastic Waist Skirt (3 Parts)
Beginner Level
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
New to sewing and looking to create your own clothes? Learn the basics of garment construction in this three part skirt class!
Learn more>Sewing – Historical Costume Skirt (3 Part)
Intermediate Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
A historically inspired adjustable pleaded skirt that always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.
Learn more>Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
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