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Sewing - Introduction to the Serger

Intermediate Level

2024-08-05 11:00:00 2024-08-05 12:30:00 America/New_York Sewing - Introduction to the Serger If you already know how to use a sewing machine, it is time to discover the versatility of using a serger. Get an overview of how a serger works and how to properly and safely use one. Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Monday, August 05
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-05 11:00:00 2024-08-05 12:30:00 America/New_York Sewing - Introduction to the Serger If you already know how to use a sewing machine, it is time to discover the versatility of using a serger. Get an overview of how a serger works and how to properly and safely use one. Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Orlando Public Library

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

If you already know how to use a sewing machine, it is time to discover the versatility of using a serger. Get an overview of how a serger works and how to properly and safely use one.

Learn to serge simple straight seams and adjust serger tensions to work with stretch fabric.

  • Class Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Age Requirements: Adult
  • Recommended Prerequisite: Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
  • Required Skills: Someone who can sew straight and curved seams while keeping a consistent seam allowance, can thread a standard machine and wind a bobbin, has a basic understanding of different fabric types and has completed several projects.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

Note: Sewing skills are necessary to be successful in this class. New to sewing? Check out Introduction to the Sewing Machine.

Level Description
Beginner Someone has used a sewing machine before but may need aid on threading the machine and may need additional practice keeping an even seam allowance.
Confident Beginner Someone who can sew straight and curved seams while keeping a consistent seam allowance, can thread a standard machine and wind a bobbin, has a basic understanding of different fabric types and has completed several projects.
Intermediate Someone who is comfortable with working and threading sewing machines, sewing patterns with markings and notations, has an understanding of fabric types and interfacing, and has experience with using a variety of tools, notions, and presser feet.
Advanced Someone who is comfortable with working and threading both sewing machines and sergers, sewing patterns with markings and notations, has an understanding of both woven and knit fabric types and interfacing, and has experience using a wide variety of tools, notions, and presser feet.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Life Skills |

TAGS: | tic101 | tech-fiberarts | sewing | fibertic | fiberarts |

Orlando Public Library

Phone: 407-835-7323

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Mon, Apr 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
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Thu, Apr 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Sun, Apr 26 1:00PM to 6:00PM

About the branch

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Orlando Public Library is the headquarters and resource center for the Orange County Library System. The library has been located at this site since its beginnings as the Albertson Public Library in 1923. Public Reference Departments in Orlando Public Library include Children’s, Library Central, and Learning Central. The Children’s Library offers spacious areas, special programs, computers and story rooms for our youngest readers and readers to be. The Dorothy Lumley Melrose Center for Technology, Innovation and Creativity is located on the second floor. The Friends of the Library Third Floor Bookstore is open daily and recycles withdrawn and donated books to the community.

 

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Please contact the library to register for this event.

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Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Fri, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Photo Studio - Second Floor
Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.
This event is full

Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Purple Room - Second Floor
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Red Room - Second Floor
Learn to create a Dungeons & Dragons character with D&D Beyond! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor
Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Papa Bear - First Floor
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Red Room - Second Floor
Solve problems with code and help the Foos on an exciting adventure! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Makerspace - Second Floor
Bring your family to build and play with science and technology at the Melrose Center! Available resources include littleBits, Snap Circuits, and K'NEX. (tic101)

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor
Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create amazing music. Explore the interface and begin working with key preferences and controls in this popular application. (tic101)

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
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.
This event is full

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Photo Studio - Second Floor
Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Blue Room - Second Floor
Start your programming adventure with the basics. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including algorithms, programs, events and debugging.

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Papa Bear - First Floor
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.
This event is full

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Video Production Studio - Second Floor
Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.
This event is full

Sat, May 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Papa Bear - First Floor
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor
Get your sound right in Logic Pro X. Understand the routing and creation of patches, which is a crucial element in Logic Pro for building your own instruments and sounds. (tic101)

Sat, May 02, 12:30pm - 5:30pm
LED Wall - Second Floor
If you want to learn about some of the most fun and exciting games being developed in your community by indie developers, then this monthly meetup is for you.

Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Magnolia Room - Third Floor
Join us as we learn about productive perennials who are creating new standards of living well. Recommended 18 and up.

Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Blue Room - Second Floor
Continue your programming adventure with the fundamentals. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including inputs and variables.

Sat, May 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
Create a development environment and learn the Unreal Engine's interface, how to manipulate and edit game objects, and the basic workflow of creating video games with Unreal.

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Club Central
Share your love of anime and manga at the library, complete with snacks and activities curated for the theme of the month. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace - Second Floor
Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Sat, May 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Papa Bear - First Floor
The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, May 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Palm Room - Third Floor
Join us for adult game time where we introduce you to the featured game of the month. Recommended 18 and up.

Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Photo Studio - Second Floor
Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.
This event is full

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
Create a program that controls the movements of a game object when changing input values at runtime in Unreal with Blueprints.

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 02, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.
Please contact the library to register for this event.