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Let's Knit a Bobble Sheep Pillow (4-Part)

Confident Beginner Level

2023-10-31 10:15:00 2023-10-31 12:00:00 America/New_York Let's Knit a Bobble Sheep Pillow (4-Part) Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. Learn techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, and more!. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Tuesday, October 31
10:15am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-31 10:15:00 2023-10-31 12:00:00 America/New_York Let's Knit a Bobble Sheep Pillow (4-Part) Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. Learn techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, and more!. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. Learn techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, and more!.

This class is a 4-part series, held on Tuesdays, September 5 & 26, October 10 & 31.  Basic knitting skills are required.

Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. The pattern is full of interesting techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, working on double pointed needles, working in the round, and more!.

Class Duration: 4 parts, 1.75 hours per part
Age Requirements: 18+
Recommended Prerequisite: Basic Knitting Skills are required.
Required Skills: Cast on, knit, bind off
Materials Fee: None
Materials (Instructor will email a a link to the pattern and finalized materials list prior to the class date). 

Required Materials: Student must bring the following materials:

Main Yarn:
300 yards of worsted weight yarn
Contrast Yarn:
100 yards of size 3 yarn (light worsted/sport)

Knitting Needles:
US 9 (5.5 mm) or the recommended needle size for your main yarn, 16- or 24-inch circular needles
A set of US 9 or the recommended needle size for your main yarn double pointed needles
A set of US 4 (3.5 mm) double pointed needles or the recommended needle size for your contrast yarn

Other Supplies:
Stitch markers, including one unique
Poly-fil Stuffing
Scrap yarn in a worsted weight and a crochet hook to match (for provisional cast on)

Note: Beginning knitting skills are necessary to be successful in this class.  New to knitting? Check out the Fiber Arts Lib Guide.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

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

TAGS: | tec101 | knit | fiberarts | bb-fiber-arts |

Southwest Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
We're closed Friday November 08 due to Closed in observance of Staff Development Day.
Mon, Nov 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 08 Closed
(Closed in observance of Staff Development Day.)
Sat, Nov 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 10 Closed

About the branch

The 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.

Read the Southwest blog often for more information on upcoming programs for children and adults, book news and book club discussions, technology classes, art exhibits, new library materials, and more. Email us your suggestions or questions; or post a comment. Let us hear from you!

Upcoming events

Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join the Southwest Library for a walk outdoors at Shadow Bay Park followed by discussion of North Woods by Daniel Mason. Registration required. 18+

Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
The gifting series is all about knitting gifts to give or accent gifts. The simple classic French Beret is quick to knit up--perfect for gift giving.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Enjoy some light refreshments, stitch and relax while creating beautiful geometric designs.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Turkeys are not just for Thanksgiving. Toddlers will learn about turkeys with fun and informative stories, songs and activities. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create presentations.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Learn beginner line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 15 to 18+

Sat, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Using rhymes, songs, and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room
Deep dive into a Tribeca-winning podcast series Pack One Bag by documentarian David Modigliani. A true story of an Italian Jewish family, split apart by love, fascism and war during Mussolini. 18+

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 19, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Learn paper folding book making to make paper structures to hold gifts or tell a story. The Heart Topped Gift Box is an easy folded box topped with an origami heart.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Kids will go bananas for this high-energy musical duo that focuses on inclusion and music for all ages, abilities, and identities. Recommended for children ages 0-8 years old.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
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, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to create an account on a popular video conferencing platform (Zoom) and build confidence when using features of the platform in an online meeting.

Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
All book lovers welcome! Join us to chat about what you are reading. No assigned book to read. A fun and engaging social book club. Held bi-monthly. Registration required. Ages 18+

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bring your own art or craft projects to work on or create something new with provided supplies. Connect with others and share the joy of creating art! Registration preferred. 18+

Fri, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Learn ancient Qigong practice with modern day instructor Jasmine Win. Using the 5 elements of life, students will undergo an empowering & uplifting shift to take control of their health & lives.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for children.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Let's make some festive decor for the table with paper, felt, and more! Best for ages 6+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you.

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children learn insect characteristics and go outdoors to observe ant behavior. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.

Sat, Nov 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Nov 23, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Let's play Dungeons & Dragons together! Choose a premade character or bring your own to embark on an adventure full of mysteries, puzzles, dangers, and treasure.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Design your own role-playing video games. Use Tynker to create a classic top-down role-playing game complete with enemies to fight and treasure to find.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Technology Classroom
Guide sixteen little blue creatures to safety through a series of logic-based puzzles. Help the Zoombinis across treacherous cliffs, past hungry pizza trolls, and up an unclimbable wall.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Technology Classroom
Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Classroom
Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Create and mod retro games! Design your own characters and code their behavior using Microsoft's MakeCode Arcade, a free online 2D game development environment.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, Nov 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
The gifting series is all about knitting gifts to give or accent gifts. The simple classic French Beret is quick to knit up--perfect for gift giving.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Dec 03, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Technology Classroom
Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:15am - 11:45am
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Brrr! Who is brrrave enough to live in the cold? Discover chilly animal friends and their snowy homes with fun stories, crafts and activities. Recommended for toddlers.

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Technology Classroom
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, Dec 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Learn what you need to have in place as you age regarding wills, trusts, estate planning, directives, power of attorney and probate.

Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python using Visual Studio Code. Learn the foundational, universal programming terminology to help you succeed in creating apps, games, and other solutions.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children learn about spiders and spider webs. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.

Sat, Dec 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join the Southwest Library for a causal walk outdoors at Bill Frederick Park followed by discussion of The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. Registration required. 18+

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Using rhymes, songs, and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Enjoy some light refreshments, stitch and relax while creating beautiful geometric designs.

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Dec 10, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Technology Classroom
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.