Friday
August
18
3:00pm
(Sewing Studio)
Are you stuck on a sewing project? Do you need help with a pattern, quilt or garment? Do you simply need to practice your new sewing skills? Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library. Bring your projects, questions, and curiosity. A specialized instructor will be available to assist you. You will need to provide your own fabric and thread for projects but all the tools are here for you to work with. Participants are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the sewing studio and follow all safety instructions at all times. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric without assistance. Please note: Questions and assistance are handled based on the topics discussed in any of the sewing classes offered at the Library. What We Have ? A Sewing Instructor to either answer your questions, or point you in the right direction ? Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Machines ? Large Cutting Tables and Mats Age requirements: Adults; for anyone under the age of 18, guardian must sign waiver and accompany the child. #tec101 #sewing #fiberarts
Learn more > Saturday
August
19
10:00am
(Sewing Studio)
Put your sewing machine to more use than just the basics! Learn to stabilize and stitch machine buttonholes for a polished finish. Attach buttons with a sewing machine to add that perfect accent to your project. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric. Age requirements: 13 years of age and up. Required Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine Registration is required with a Library card with zero balance. Seats are limited, so register today! To register, please call us at 407.835.7323 or visit any of our locations in person. #tec101 #sewing #teens #fiberarts
Learn more > Saturday
August
19
2:00pm
(West Oaks - Meeting Room 2)
Are you stuck on a sewing project? Do you need help with a pattern, quilt or garment? Do you simply need to practice your new sewing skills? Bring your projects, questions, and curiosity. A specialized instructor will be available to assist you. You will need to provide your own fabric and thread for projects but all the tools are here for you to work with. Participants are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the sewing studio and follow all safety instructions at all times. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric without assistance. Please note: Questions and assistance are handled based on the topics discussed in any of the sewing classes offered at the Library. Age requirements: Adults; for anyone under the age of 18, guardian must sign waiver and accompany the child. #sewing #fiberarts
Learn more > Saturday
August
19
2:00pm
(Sewing Studio)
Purchased a pair of pants or skirt that's just a bit too long? Join us in this sewing class and learn how to complete simple hems on everything from dress pants to skirts. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric. Age requirements: 13 to Adult Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine #tec101 #sewing #fiberarts
Learn more > Sunday
August
20
2:00pm
(Sewing Studio)
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. Get hands-on experience as you explore the world of sewing. Age requirements: 13 to Adult #tec101 #sewing #fiberarts
Learn more > Tuesday
August
22
1:30pm
(Sewing Studio)
Take the fashion world by storm! We will teach you everything you need to know to start sewing like a pro. Learn to sew your own tote bag from start to finish using professional patterns, fabric of your choice and professional sewing machines in this 3-day class series. Each session will be 2 hours. Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes to this class. We provide fabric for your first time taking this class/series. If you choose to come to this class/series more than one time, you will need to provide your own fabric. (Project requires no less than 1 yard of woven fabric.) This is a multi-day class. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric Age requirements: 13 to Adult Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine Registration is required with a Library card in good standing. Seats are limited, so register today! To register, please call us at 407.835.7323 or visit any of our locations in person. #tec101 #sewing #teens #fiberarts
Learn more > Tuesday
August
22
4:30pm
(South Trail - Meeting Room 1)
Learn to sew a basic A-line skirt from start to finish. Get the basics on common adjustment to customize a ready made pattern to your measurements. Each session will be 2 hours. Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes to this class. (Project requires no less than 2 yards of 44" wide woven fabric, and a 9 inch zipper) This is a multi-day class. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric. Age requirements: Adult Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine. Day 1: Learn about basic pattern adjustments, pinning patterns and cutting fabric. Day 2: Sewing seams, installing zipper. Day 3: Waistbands and facings. Day 4: Hemming and finishing. Registration is required with a Library card in good standing. Seats are limited, so register today! To register, please call us at 407.835.7323 or visit any of our locations in person. #sewing #fiberarts
Learn more > Wednesday
August
23
11:30am
(South Trail - Meeting Room 1)
Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Let us take you to that next level. Join us in this basic sewing class and learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project. Age requirements: 13 to Adult #sewing #teens #fiberarts
Learn more > Wednesday
August
23
1:30pm
(Sewing Studio)
Take the fashion world by storm! We will teach you everything you need to know to start sewing like a pro. Learn to sew your own tote bag from start to finish using professional patterns, fabric of your choice and professional sewing machines in this 3-day class series. Each session will be 2 hours. Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes to this class. We provide fabric for your first time taking this class/series. If you choose to come to this class/series more than one time, you will need to provide your own fabric. (Project requires no less than 1 yard of woven fabric.) This is a multi-day class. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric Age requirements: 13 to Adult Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine Registration is required with a Library card in good standing. Seats are limited, so register today! To register, please call us at 407.835.7323 or visit any of our locations in person. #tec101 #sewing #teens #fiberarts
Learn more > Thursday
August
24
1:30pm
(Sewing Studio)
Take the fashion world by storm! We will teach you everything you need to know to start sewing like a pro. Learn to sew your own tote bag from start to finish using professional patterns, fabric of your choice and professional sewing machines in this 3-day class series. Each session will be 2 hours. Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes to this class. We provide fabric for your first time taking this class/series. If you choose to come to this class/series more than one time, you will need to provide your own fabric. (Project requires no less than 1 yard of woven fabric.) This is a multi-day class. Skills Required: Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams and cut fabric Age requirements: 13 to Adult Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine Registration is required with a Library card in good standing. Seats are limited, so register today! To register, please call us at 407.835.7323 or visit any of our locations in person. #tec101 #sewing #teens #fiberarts
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