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Crochet - Adjustable Straight Skirt for Any Size (3 Part)

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2026-06-16 14:00:00 2026-06-16 16:00:00 America/New_York Crochet - Adjustable Straight Skirt for Any Size (3 Part) Create your own crochet skirt. Learn to make a unique garment, adjustable to any size and length. Use basic stitches to achieve a modern, versatile finish made by you, even if you are a beginner. Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Tuesday, June 16
2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Create your own crochet skirt. Learn to make a unique garment, adjustable to any size and length. Use basic stitches to achieve a modern, versatile finish made by you, even if you are a beginner.

  • Class Duration: 2 hours
  • Age Requirements: 13-Adult.
  • Recommended Prerequisite: Let's Crochet Level 2
  • Required Skills: Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

Materials: Students must bring the following materials to complete the project:

  • Yarn: Yarn in the color and weight of your choice, using the amount needed to achieve the desired size.
  • Hook: A crochet hook suitable for the selected yarn.

      Note: Crochet skills are necessary to be successful in this class. New to crochet? Check out Let's Crochet Level 1.

      Level Description
      Beginner Someone who grasps the most basic stitches and can finish simple patterns with aid.
      Confident Beginner Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
      Intermediate Someone who can follow most patterns with ease, is able to read stitches and charts, and to whom working in the round is no longer a challenge.
      Advanced Someone who can adjust patterns to their own preferences, substitute yarn, and produce neat results consistently in flat, round, lace, and three-dimensional projects.

      AGE GROUP: | Adults |

      EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

      TAGS: | tech-fiberarts | tec101 | fibertic | fiberarts | crochet |

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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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      LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks
      Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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      Preschool Chef: Fruity Popsicles
      Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
      Papa Bear - First Floor
      Caregivers and little chefs will mix, measure, and create a tasty masterpiece together! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.
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      Sim and Game Development Open Lab
      Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
      Want to build or test your game? Come to an open lab and use available game engines to build or test your game.
      xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation
      Wed, Aug 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
      Makerspace - Second Floor
      Bring your design to reality with the xTool P2 Laser Cutter and the xTool F1: Laser Engraver at the Makerspace. Learn machine operations, safety precautions, and how to gain access to these machines.
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      Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
      Wed, Aug 05, 11:00am - 3:00pm
      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.
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      Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)
      Wed, Aug 05, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
      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.
      Create Animated GIFs
      Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Create animated GIFs using Photoshop! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
      Costura - Agarrador de Ollas - Principiante Confiado
      Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
      Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
      ¿Listo para tu primer proyecto de costura o simplemente quieres hacer un Agarrador de Ollas original para tu cocina? Aprende a hacer un Agarrador de Ollas sencillo y fácil con tela y guata.
      Fiber Arts Junior: Macrame Keychain
      Wed, Aug 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Learn the foundation knots needed in macrame projects while creating your very own keychain! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 
      Foamsmithing Workshop (2 day)
      Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
      Makerspace - Second Floor
      Foamsmithing is the art of creating props and costumes using different types of foam. You will get hands-on experience using Pepakura, Silhouette Cameo, the Dremel tool among other tools of the trade.
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      Photo Lighting: Glamor
      Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
      Photo Studio - Second Floor
      Using just a beauty dish and a soft box, learn four different glamor lighting set ups to help enhance any standard portrait into a glamorous session!
      Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Create Your Character
      Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Purple Room - Second Floor
      Learn to create a Dungeons & Dragons character with D&D Beyond! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
      Live in the Room: Hands-On Multitrack Recording
      Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
      Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
      Learn hands-on multitrack recording with a live band. Students practice mic placement, signal routing, and session management under instructor guidance.
      Video Studio Lighting Techniques
      Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
      Video Production Studio - Second Floor
      Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.
      Art with Microsoft Paint - Senior Skills
      Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Unleash your creativity with Microsoft Paint. Dive into the colorful world of digital art. Learn how to bring your ideas to life using simple tools, bold colors, and cool techniques.
      Improv One
      Wed, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
      Melrose Conference Room - Second Floor
      Learn to express yourself and play in this 8-week intro to improv course. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.
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      Code with Tynker
      Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Design a game with code! Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
      Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment
      Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
      Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor
      Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)
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      Access Assessment - Photo Studio
      Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
      Photo Studio - Second Floor
      Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.
      Please contact the library to register for this event.
      Open Lab - Ask A Tech
      Wed, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      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.
      Access Assessment - Photo Studio
      Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
      Photo Studio - Second Floor
      Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.
      Please contact the library to register for this event.
      Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
      Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
      Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
      MakeCode Arcade: Code a Game
      Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
      Purple Room - Second Floor
      Learn how to code and create a shark attack game with Microsoft MakeCode Arcade! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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      Typing Games
      Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
      Makerspace Open Lab
      Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 6:30pm
      Makerspace - Second Floor
      Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.
      Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)
      Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
      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.
      Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering
      Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
      Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor,Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
      Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)
      Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
      Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 3:00pm
      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.
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      Prepare for Your Job Search - Job Seekers Series
      Thu, Aug 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      This program provides hands-on worksheets and strategies to help you reflect on your goals, identify your skills, and succeed. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
      Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1
      Thu, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
      Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
      Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)
      Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level
      Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
      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.
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      Canva Basics
      Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.
      Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2
      Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
      Audio Production Studio - 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)
      Mastering Black & White Film Photography - Understanding Exposure, Processing & Printing
      Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
      Photo Studio - Second Floor
      Join our Melrose Photography Instructor as he shares over 30 years of experience in black-and-white film photography.
      Code with Swift Playgrounds
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Discover programming through interactive puzzles that make learning the Swift programming language fun. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
      Create Comics
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Purple Room - Second Floor
      Create your own comic using Comic Life. Write a story, change layouts, and add images to make your comic come alive! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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      Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      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.
      Masterpiece Junior: Ink
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Papa Bear - First Floor
      Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
      Video Studio Audio and Data Management
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
      Video Production Studio - Second Floor
      Learn how to record crisp, clear audio through microphone placement and accurate audio levels. Use proper procedure to transfer your video files from the camera to your personal devices.
      Historical Houses in Florida (Casa Feliz)
      Thu, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
      Palm Room - Third Floor
      Exploring Florida history through its buildings.
      Audio Studio - Signal Routing
      Thu, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
      Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
      Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route audio signals, send individual mixes in the studio and save work to various media. Vital for studio assessment preparation. (tic101)
      Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
      Thu, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
      Sewing - Gift Bags for Every Occasion - Beginner Level
      Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
      Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
      Impress that special someone in your life by wrapping their gift in a handmade gift bag! These gift bags can be made for any occasion. They are fast and easy to make and each one is unique.
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      Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)
      Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 5:00pm
      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.
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      3D Printer Orientation
      Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
      Makerspace - Second Floor
      Bring your 3D Design to reality with a 3D Printer at the Makerspace. Learn how to use the slicing software, proper settings on the printer and gain access to our 3D printers in the Makerspace.
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      Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio ( hrs)
      Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
      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.
      Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)
      Fri, Aug 07, 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.
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      Device Advice
      Fri, Aug 07, 1:30pm - 1:50pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.
      Device Advice
      Fri, Aug 07, 1:50pm - 2:10pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.
      Makerspace Open Lab
      Fri, Aug 07, 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.
      Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window
      Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
      Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor
      Take your first step into Pro Tools. Explore the environment of the most popular professional audio program and understand workflows that the pros use. (tic101)
      Device Advice
      Fri, Aug 07, 2:10pm - 2:30pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.
      Sewing Hair Scrunchies - Beginner Level
      Fri, Aug 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
      Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
      Turn a small piece of fabric into a fashionable accessory! In this beginner-friendly class.
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      Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Equipment
      Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
      Photo Studio - Second Floor
      Get hands on training with the studio lights, stands, backgrounds, and more. This class is recommended to anyone interested in taking the Studio Only or Full Access Assessments.
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      Chess Basics with lichess.org - ##Teens##
      Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
      Red Room - Second Floor
      Begin your journey to chess mastery. Learn the rules of the game and use the free website, lichess.org to play chess at any time. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
      Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI
      Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
      Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor
      Continue your learning with Pro Tools. Explore the Mix Window and learn how to add audio effects to audio tracks. Dive in with recording and manipulating MIDI performances.
      Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
      Fri, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
      Blue Room - Second Floor
      Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.
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