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.org/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.org/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.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781612121963.jpg)
![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 Home decorating. Tricks & techniques [DVD videorecording] : sew beautiful / Martha Pullen Company, Inc, Sew Beautiful Magazine.](https://ocls.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9780770434687.jpg)
![Cover art for Learn simple serging [electronic resource] / Diana Cedolia.](https://ocls.org/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.org/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.org/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.org/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.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-0761181393.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 Sewing techniques for accurate curved piecing [DVD videorecording] : basics and beyond.](https://ocls.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781782490180.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 Connie Crawford video series : Studio sewing skills [DVD videorecording] / Fashion Patterns by Coni ; direction, James Hebert.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-796873063852.png)
![Cover art for Couture sewing : Designer trims with Claire B. Shaeffer [DVD videorecording].](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781631863165.jpg)
![Cover art for Apparel sewing basics [DVD videorecording] / with Liesl Gibson.](https://ocls.org/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.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1573675776.jpg)
![Cover art for Learning to sew [electronic resource].](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-1631378201.jpg)
Upcoming Events
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
Bring your sewing projects to the Melrose Center at the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
Learn more>Sewing – Hanging Baskets
Confident Beginner
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Make a functional wall hanging with pockets in this two part class!
Learn more>Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Bring your fiber arts projects to the Melrose Center at the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials.
Learn more>Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Bring your fiber arts projects to the Melrose Center at the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials.
Learn more>Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Stitch-Along (Series)
Confident Beginner Level
Online (Online Fiber Arts Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Join us each month in 2025 for a stitch-along design. We will have an optional project to make with all of our designs at the end of the year!
Learn more>Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at Southwest 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>Hand Sewing – Thread Painting – Spacescapes (4 Parts)
Intermediate Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Why should painters have all the fun with color? Learn to paint a cosmic landscape with thread and needle too! Students are required to bring materials.
Learn more>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>Sewing – Men’s Swim Shorts (6 Part)
Advanced Level
Melrose Center (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Swim shorts with elasticized waistband, drawstring, and pockets at side seam, and mesh lining. These shorts with pockets that will be a hit every summer! Students are required to bring fabric.
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