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Intermediate Level
2024-09-27 10:30:00
2024-09-27 12:30:00
America/New_York
Sewing - Historical Costume Skirt (3 Part)
A historically inspired adjustable pleaded skirt that always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.
Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
Friday, September 27
10:30am - 12:30pm
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2024-09-27 10:30:00
2024-09-27 12:30:00
America/New_York
Sewing - Historical Costume Skirt (3 Part)
A historically inspired adjustable pleaded skirt that always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.
Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
Orlando Public Library
Fiber Arts Studio - Second FloorA historically inspired adjustable pleaded skirt that always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.
This class is a
It’s not movie magic, it’s an 18th century petticoat! Films such as Pride & Prejudice and Marie Antoinette showcase this garment staple at its most elaborate, but the petticoat can be constructed to suit modern aesthetics just as well. Just 2 measurements, approximately 2 yards of fabric, and a handful of notions are all that’s needed to create a flattering skirt that fits a range of sizes. This class series will include instruction on completing a basic petticoat as well as discussion on customizations.
- Class Duration: 2 hours, 3 Parts
- Age Requirements: Adult, Teen 15+ with completed Terms of Use.
- Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to the Sewing Machine
- Required Skills: Someone who can sew straight 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: $30 (includes class and materials fees)
Students are required to bring the following materials:
- 2 to 3 yards of fabric
- 6 yards double fold bias tape - 7/8” - 1"
- Coordinating thread
- Recommended Fabrics: This project is a wonderful opportunity to upcycle thrifted materials. Fabric selection is not limited to a particular type but should have a nice drape. More fabric width at the waist of the skirt, will produce a fuller skirt.
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. |
EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Life Skills | Arts & Crafting |
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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.