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
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!
Sewing – Upcycle a Dress Shirt to Apron (2 Part)
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Join the sustainability movement by upcycling gently used dress shirts. Turn unwanted dress shirts into a cute button-front apron. These aprons make great gifts for that special cook in your family.
Sewing – Travel Jewelry Pouch (3 Parts)
Intermediate
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Join us to create a fun and functional drawstring pouch that can hold jewelry when traveling, hold sewing notions for class, or give as the perfect handmade gift. *Students required to bring fabric*
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns: Owl
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 – Custom Pocket Tool Roll ( 3-Part)
Intermediate
Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Technology Lab)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Create a useful custom sewing tool roll with inner pockets, ideal for filling with the sewing supplies used most often when traveling to class! *Students are required to bring fabric*
Sewing – Upcycle a Dress Shirt to Apron (2 Part)
Intermediate Level
Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Join the sustainability movement by upcycling gently used dress shirts. Turn unwanted dress shirts into a cute button-front apron. These aprons make great gifts for that special cook in your family.
Sewing – Quilted Coasters
Beginner Level
Horizon West Branch (Horizon West - Training Room 2)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Life Skills; Maker/DIY
These easy-to-make square coasters are great gifts for many occasions. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required. Please read full description for class materials.