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 Design your own wardrobe [DVD videorecording] / with Mary Ray.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781621138037.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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781600851025.jpg)
![Cover art for Fashion Serge [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781627109109.jpg)
![Cover art for Serger techniques [DVD videorecording] / with Pamela Leggett.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781621138051.jpg)
![Cover art for Shirtmaking techniques [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.org/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.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781600853708.jpg)
![Cover art for The perfect blouse [DVD videorecording] / with Sandra Miller.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781627109789.jpg)
![Cover art for Apparel sewing basics [DVD videorecording] / with Liesl Gibson.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781596686007.jpg)
Upcoming Events
Sewing – Pet Bandanas
Beginner Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Let your pet make a fashion statement with these easy to make pet bandanas. Create a fun bandana that slides onto your pet's collar.
Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Join us each month in 2026 for a stitch-along design featuring a cute little shop. We'll use EPP to put them together to make a community!
Embroidery – Felt Pumpkins
Intermediate Level
Horizon West Branch (Horizon West - Training Room 2)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Fall into Fiber Arts with felt as you assemble a cute pumpkin with embroidery stitches. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
North Orange Branch (North Orange - Computer Lab)
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.
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
Sewing – Fabric Bookmarks
Beginner Level
Horizon West Branch (Horizon West - Training Room 2)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
These fabric bookmarks are easy to make and the perfect gift accessory. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required. Please read full description for class materials.
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, core sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
South Trail Branch (South Trail - Computer Lab)
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.
Sewing – Pumpkin Placemats (2 Parts)
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
There’s a Pumpkin on My Table! Sew a cute pumpkin-shaped placemat that’s ready for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or anytime your table feels like taking a little trip to the pumpkin patch!