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Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing

4 Week Introductory Series

2026-03-02 14:30:00 2026-03-02 16:30:00 America/New_York Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Technology Lab

Monday, March 02
2:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-02 14:30:00 2026-03-02 16:30:00 America/New_York Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Technology Lab

Winter Garden Branch

Winter Garden - Technology Lab

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.

Begin your sewing journey with this practical, hands-on 4-day class series running Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.

We'll learn sewing machine basics, how to read patterns & cut fabric, simple sewing techniques (seams, hems, finishing) and take-away beginner-friendly projects you'll be proud of!

Week 1:  Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Week 2:  Sewing Techniques: Learn to cut fabric and sew your 1st project
Week 3:  Sewing Techniques: Quilted Coasters
Week 4:  Sewing Techniques: Zippered Pouches

Class Duration: 4 parts - 2 hours each part

  • Age Requirements: Ages 13–Adult with a completed Sewing Lab Waiver. Ages 13-17 must have a parent or guardian present to complete the Sewing Lab Waiver.

  • Recommended Prerequisite: None
  • Required Skills: None
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)
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: | tech-fiberarts | tec101 | sewing | fiberarts |

Winter Garden Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
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Mon, Feb 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 25 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 01 Closed

About the branch

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Built in 2005, Winter Garden branch sits at the westernmost part of Orange County. This was the last branch opened before the Great Recession of 2008. Interestingly, this is the only branch in the county built on donated land. Two acres were donated by the family of former citrus grove owner, Sylvester C. Battaglia. S.C. Battaglia’s philosophy, as stated by his son, was to “give back to the community.” The branch’s formal name S.C. Battaglia Memorial Branch, honors his contribution.

Winter Garden Branch has all the charm of a small town library plus all of the resources available through Orange County Library System. Noted for friendly and helpful staff, the branch is now serving a third generation of patrons.

Upcoming events

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Mon, Feb 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.

Mon, Feb 23, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Step into the art of sock knitting! Knit your first pair of cuff-down socks. Learn how to cast on and knit with double-pointed needles and make an heel flap.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Feb 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.

Mon, Feb 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Feb 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Mix, squeeze and paint! Turn the sweet treat of your choice into delicious art with this edible, colorful recipe. Adult participation is required. Recommended for ages 3-5.
This event is full

Cancelled
Tue, Feb 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Tue, Feb 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full

Wed, Feb 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Don't get scammed! It is important to learn how to be safe and secure with your information while you are online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Preschoolers will explore stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish to strengthen language, early literacy, and pre-reading skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area,Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Wed, Feb 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you an intermediate to advanced crocheter looking for a new stitch technique? Then this Tunisian crochet coaster may be perfect for you! Students must provide materials.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Feb 25, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Aprende a colocar correctamente las manos en el teclado y mejorar tu mecanografía. Practica técnicas en el sitio web typing.com
Registration opens Wednesday, February 25 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us for a game of chess. All experience levels are welcome and chess sets are available for play. Recommended for families.

Wed, Feb 25, 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Come and sew at the Winter Garden Branch 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.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you a senior who loves to knit or crochet or wants to practice your skills? Join our vibrant fiber arts community where you can connect with others, share patterns and create beautiful projects.

Thu, Feb 26, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Thu, Feb 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Build knitting skills 1 square at a time! We'll focus on 2 new stitches per month. Come for one or all & create beautiful squares, perfect for a sampler blanket. *Students must bring tools & yarn.*
This event is full

Thu, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Fri, Feb 27, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
This event is full

Fri, Feb 27, 10:15am - 10:35am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.

Fri, Feb 27, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.

Fri, Feb 27, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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).

Fri, Feb 27, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Sat, Feb 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Design a game with code! Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sat, Feb 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
High school students will earn one hour of community service by completing volunteer tasks at the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.
This event is full

Cancelled
Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Compete to create the best themed crafts with provided supplies in an hour. Winning crafts will receive a prize and be displayed at the Winter Garden Branch. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Sat, Feb 28, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Mon, Mar 02, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Step into the art of sock knitting! Knit your first pair of cuff-down socks. Learn how to cast on and knit with double-pointed needles and make an heel flap.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.

Mon, Mar 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.

Mon, Mar 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.
This event is full

Mon, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Read to a therapy dog to practice reading skills with an attentive furry listener. Recommended for ages 6 - 12.