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
![Cover art for Baby times [electronic resource] : 24 handmade treasures for baby & mom : quilts, soft toys, gifts / Abbey Lane Quilts.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781607054443.jpg)
![Cover art for The ultimate serger answer guide [electronic resource] / Naomi Baker, Gail Brown, Cindy Kacynski.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781440230486.jpg)
![Cover art for The sewing machine classroom [electronic resource] : learning the ins and outs of your machine / Charlene Phillips.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781440216022.jpg)
![Cover art for Sew & stow [electronic resource] : 31 fun sewing projects to carry, hold, and organize your stuff, your home, and yourself! / Betty Oppenheimer ; with step-by-step illustrations by the author.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781612121963.jpg)
![Cover art for Design your own wardrobe [DVD videorecording] / with Mary Ray.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781621138037.jpg)
![Cover art for Home decorating. Tricks & techniques [DVD videorecording] : sew beautiful / Martha Pullen Company, Inc, Sew Beautiful Magazine.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1878048740.png)
![Cover art for The sewing bible [electronic resource] : a modern manual of practical and decorative sewing techniques / Ruth Singer.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9780770434687.jpg)
![Cover art for Learn simple serging [electronic resource] / Diana Cedolia.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781306865753.png)
![Cover art for Buffi's dress design [electronic resource] : sew 30 fun styles / Buffi Jashanmal.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1603429018.jpg)
![Cover art for Sewing accessories at home & on the go [electronic resource] / Jamie Mueller & Jill Rimes.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1596357290.jpg)
![Cover art for Learn easy sewing skills [electronic resource] : simple tteps for 11 sunny projects / Lorine Mason.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1573675792.jpg)
![Cover art for Threads industry insider techniques : Vol. 1 [DVD videorecording] / written by Louise Cutting, Carol J. Fresia, Judith Neukam ; produced by Jessica Aframe ; directed & edited by Gary Junken.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781600851025.jpg)
![Cover art for The magic pattern book [electronic resource] : sew 6 patterns into 36 different styles! / Amy Barickman.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-0761181393.jpg)
![Cover art for Fashion Serge [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781627109109.jpg)
![Cover art for Serger techniques [DVD videorecording] / with Pamela Leggett.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781621138051.jpg)
![Cover art for Shirtmaking techniques [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1600850774.jpg)
![Cover art for Will this fabric work for you? [DVD videorecording] : pairing fabrics with your designs / an Alto Video Production ; producer/director, Pati Palmer.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9780935278910.jpg)
![Cover art for Teach yourself to sew. Season 1 [DVD videorecording] / [the editors of Threads magazine] ; produced and written by Judith Neukam.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781600853708.jpg)
![Cover art for Sewing techniques for accurate curved piecing [DVD videorecording] : basics and beyond.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1632502038.png)
![Cover art for My first sewing book [electronic resource] : 35 easy and fun projects for children aged 7 years old + / edited by Susan Akass.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781782490180.jpg)
![Cover art for The perfect blouse [DVD videorecording] / with Sandra Miller.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781627109789.jpg)
![Cover art for Connie Crawford video series : Studio sewing skills [DVD videorecording] / Fashion Patterns by Coni ; direction, James Hebert.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-796873063852.png)
![Cover art for Couture sewing : Designer trims with Claire B. Shaeffer [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781631863165.jpg)
![Cover art for Apparel sewing basics [DVD videorecording] / with Liesl Gibson.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781596686007.jpg)
![Cover art for Learn easy sewing skills: simple steps for 11 sunny projects [electronic resource] / Lorine Mason.](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1573675776.jpg)
![Cover art for Learning to sew [electronic resource].](https://ocls.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1631378201.jpg)
Upcoming Events
Sewing – Chef’s Apron (3-Part)
Beginner Level
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Perfect gift for the cook in your life. Learn to sew a Chef's Apron from start to finish using patterns, fabric and professional sewing machines.
Learn more>Sewing – Patterns and Fabric
Beginner Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.
Learn more>Southwest Branch (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>Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part)
Forest Leaves-A Yarnfiti Project
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)
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.
Learn more>It’s Sew Easy – Easy Frog Plushie (3 part)
Camp for Ages (10-18)
Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
We will teach you everything you need to know to start sewing like a pro. Learn to sew your own simple huggable frog friend. Children will need their adult's signature for the class.
Learn more>Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio)
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.
Learn more>Sewing – Simple Sprocket Pincusion
Intermediate Level
Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Create a cute, quilted pincusion wristlet.
Learn more>Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Sampler (Series)
Beginner Level (Cumulative)
Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Follow along all year as we create a monthly sampler for 2024. Each month we'll add a new stitch and flower to make a beautiful bouquet!
Learn more>Costura – Funda Para Almohadas (Nivel Principiante)
Sewing - Pillowcase (Beginner Level)
North Orange Branch (North Orange - Computer Lab)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Crea una funda de almohada clásica. Termina tu proyecto profesionalmente con costuras francesas, mientras practicas puntadas rectas. Se requiere que los estudiantes traigan tela.
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