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 – Embellished Pin Cushion
Intermediate Level
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Learn how to add embellishments to your projects with this cute and functional pin cushion!
Sewing – Sketch or Notebook Cover (3-Parts)
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Give an ordinary notebook a custom-made makeover! In this fun sewing class, you'll learn how to create a fabric notebook cover that is both practical and uniquely yours.
Sewing – Quilted Coasters
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
New to sewing and ready for that first simple project? These easy to make coasters, based on the four square quilt block design, make great gifts for many occasions.
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at the West Oaks Branch 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.
Online (Virtual Room - Southwest)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY
Start hand embroidery today! Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to form running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler. Recommended for Adults.
Sewing – Easy Placemats
Beginner Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Get ready for your next dinner party with your very own placemats! We will be using straight stitching and turning out techniques with batting.
Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing
4 Week Introductory Series
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? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.
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 – 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.
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.