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Sewing for Beginners
2026-06-18 14:30:00 2026-06-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Sewing for Beginners Staff will guide you through a simple sewing project. Materials and access to a machine are provided - just bring your creativity! Note: Spots are limited. Registration required. Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces

Thursday, June 18
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-18 14:30:00 2026-06-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Sewing for Beginners Staff will guide you through a simple sewing project. Materials and access to a machine are provided - just bring your creativity! Note: Spots are limited. Registration required. Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces

Downtown Branch

Creative Spaces

Staff will guide you through a simple sewing project. Materials and access to a machine are provided - just bring your creativity! Note: Spots are limited. Registration required.

Discover the joy of creating at our Sewing for Beginners program. This beginner-friendly course is designed for those with little to no sewing experience. We provide all the materials, sewing machines, and step-by-step instructions you need to complete your first project. You will learn machine basics, straight stitches, and simple patterns. Leave the class with foundational skills and a finished item you made yourself.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY & Maker |

TAGS: | Sewing | Makerspace | Lessons | Learn to Sew | Creative Spaces |

Downtown Branch
AskUs@barrielibrary.ca
Phone: 705.728.1010
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Our Downtown Branch is centrally located in the Downtown core at the corner of Worsley and Owen Streets. The building and facilities are fully accessible. Enjoy a beverage or a small snack from our Café located inside the lobby, use our complimentary wifi, experiment with technology and maker tools, or soak up the sun on our Rooftop Reading Garden.

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