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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

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Wednesday October 7 10:00am

Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Curious about filet crochet? Join us in October to learn the techniques you need with an adorable ghost filet block.

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 10:15am

Washington Park Branch (Washington Park – Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 10:30am

Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY

Create a beautiful sunflower wind spinner with crochet! Work with color and texture as you turn simple crochet stitches into a cheerful piece that moves beautifully with the breeze.

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 11:30am

Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden – Technology Lab)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Master the Corner-to-Corner (C2C) crochet technique by stitching a spooky Halloween Coaster! Learn diagonal increases, color changes, and graph reading in one quick project.

Wednesday October 7 2:00pm

Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 2:30pm

Orlando Public Library (Learning Cube – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Create stylish macrame feather earrings with this beginner’s macrame project! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 3:30pm

Washington Park Branch (Washington Park – Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Start knitting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include casting on, the knit stitch and binding off.

Introduction to Weaving

A Two-Part Series

Registration Required
Wednesday October 7 4:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Makerspace – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; Maker/DIY

In this hands-on 2-part series, you will create your own simple frame loom, and learn basic weaving techniques to a make a Halloween themed mug rug. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Wednesday October 7 4:45pm

Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden – Technology 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.

Registration Required
Thursday October 8 10:15am

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.