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Sewing Open Lab
2024-08-31 14:00:00 2024-08-31 16:00:00 America/New_York Sewing Open Lab Come and sew at the Southwest 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Saturday, August 31
2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Come and sew at the Southwest 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.

Come and sew at the Southwest Branch Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here to create your projects. Participants must bring all of the fabric, patterns, thread and notions (e.g. interfacing, zippers, etc.) needed for the project. 

  • Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machines and tools available for you to use.
  • Prerequisites to use a sewing machine:
    • Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine
      OR
    • Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams, read simple patterns and cut fabric with minimal assistance.

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

Age requirements: Adults; for anyone from age 11-17, guardian must sign waiver and accompany the child.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Life Skills |

TAGS: | tec101 | sewing | fiberarts | diy |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Oct 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 01 Closed
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About the branch

Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Upcoming events

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Knitting - Level 2 - Beginner Level
Wed, Nov 04, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Level up your knitting. Learn how to combine knit and purl stitches to create smooth fabric. Techniques include the purl stitch, counting stitches and rows, using stitch markers, and fabric sides.
iPad - Procreate Level 1
Wed, Nov 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Procreate is a powerful digital illustration and painting app designed exclusively for the iPad. Great for hobbyists and professionals with a library of brushes, and intuitive gesture controls.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:55am
Through picture books, songs, and stories, preschoolers (ages 3–5) build early literacy skills and prepare for reading and writing by talking, singing, reading, and playing.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
Through movement, storytelling, and songs, toddlers (ages 18–36 months) build early literacy, listening, and verbal skills while developing motor coordination and discovering the joy of books.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Nov 05, 11:30am - 11:45am
Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).
Fiber Arts Open Studio
Thu, Nov 05, 11:45am - 1:45pm
Technology Classroom
Bring your sewing, and unfinished fiber arts projects to the Southwest Branch Library. Sewing machines and tools are here for you. Participants must bring their own materials.
Teen STEAM: Light Up Bookmark
Thu, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Get curious, try new ideas, and see how science, tech, and creativity come together. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Senior Brain Stretch
Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get a smart start to your day by engaging in light chair exercise and opportunity to socialize and participate in activities to fuel your brain power.
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