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Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing

4 Week Introductory Series

2026-03-16 14:30:00 2026-03-16 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 16
2:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-16 14:30:00 2026-03-16 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, Mar 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 15 Closed

About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 105 West Colonial

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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, Mar 09, 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.
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Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
¡Conviértete en un usuario seguro del ratón! Aprende técnicas para navegar tu computadora y practica con ejercicios interactivos y recursos en línea.

Tue, Mar 10, 10:45am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Tue, Mar 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Tue, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Aprenda conceptos y terminología de computadoras. Explore el escritorio de la computadora usando técnicas básicas del ratón (mouse) y el teclado.

Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Aprenda como organizar archivos y carpetas en su computadora.

Tue, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
A monthly book club for kids combining crafts, activities, and discussion. The book for March is "Baby-Sitters Little Sister: Karen's Witch" by Katy Farina. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Mar 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
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.

Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Wed, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.

Wed, Mar 11, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.

Wed, Mar 11, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.

Wed, Mar 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Wed, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Create a useful custom sewing tool roll with inner pockets, ideal for filling with the sewing supplies used most often when traveling to class! *Students are required to bring fabric*
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Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.

Thu, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Thu, Mar 12, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
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.

Thu, Mar 12, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn to spot misinformation, detect bias, and understand AI online. Navigate news, social media, and digital content with confidence.

Thu, Mar 12, 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.*

Thu, Mar 12, 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.

Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Please join us for a lively book discussion on Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera.

Fri, Mar 13, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.

Fri, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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.

Fri, Mar 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Discover the magic of fabric folding in this creative class where you'll learn to make a stylish tote bag from start to finish. Mix and match patterns and colors. Students must bring their own fabric.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 14, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us for a game of chess. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Chess sets are available for play, or bring your own.

Sat, Mar 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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.

Sat, Mar 14, 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

Sat, Mar 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Mon, Mar 16, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.

Mon, Mar 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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