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)
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![Cover art for Serger techniques [DVD videorecording] / with Pamela Leggett.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781621138051.jpg)
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![Cover art for The perfect blouse [DVD videorecording] / with Sandra Miller.](https://ocls.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cover-9781627109789.jpg)
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Upcoming Events
Sewing – Crossbody Bag (Forage Bag) (4-Part)
Intermediate
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Create a stylish cross body bag. Learn to add a zippered front and elegant darts to shape the bag. Students are required to bring fabric and notions.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns: Swan
Confident Beginner Level
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.
Sewing – Hobby Bag (4-Part)
Confident Beginner Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
I thought you might enjoy learning how to sew in a zipper to a tote bag! For this class, I have chosen a stylish kraft bag, and let's be honest, who does not need another great bag.
Sewing – Two for One Tote (2-Part)
Confident Beginner Level
Chickasaw Branch (Chickasaw - Lab)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Perfect for shopping, the beach, pool days and craft projects. This tote comes with an added bonus—it’s reversible and easily foldable for storing! Students are required to bring materials.
Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - 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.
South Trail Branch (South Trail - Meeting Room 2)
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 – Mini Wallet / Card Holder
Confident Beginner Level
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
This small project is a great way to use up larger scraps. Whether you need a simple card pouch, or a gift card holder, these projects are easy to make, and a fun way to personalize a gift!
Sewing Open Lab
Washington Park Branch Library
Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at the Washington Park 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.
Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at the Southwest Library and bring your sewing projects. Tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
Oops Proof Dining Bib (Adult)
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Enjoy every meal without worrying about spills, splashes, or drips!