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In Stitches

Perfect Pillowcases (bed size)
2024-05-11 12:00:00 2024-05-11 14:30:00 America/New_York In Stitches Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. Machines are also available for in-branch use. Erin Branch -

Saturday, May 11
12:00pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-11 12:00:00 2024-05-11 14:30:00 America/New_York In Stitches Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. Machines are also available for in-branch use. Erin Branch -

Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. Machines are also available for in-branch use.

Use your sewing skills to make your own easy, fun, bed pillowcase. You supply the fabric and we supply the instructions. Must have sewing machine knowledge and have basic sewing skills.

 Adults, teen and tweens with supervision.

Please register and indicate if you will need to use a Branch machine.

Supplies for Perfect Pillowcase for a Bed Pillow
These fabrics will give you one standard pillowcase.  If you would like a larger pillowcase, increase the body amount. 100% cotton is recommended for all the fabrics.  
 
1/3 yard fabric for border – this is your decorative end piece 
3/4 yard fabric for main body portion  
1 1/2inch x Width of Fabric (optional)- a fabric that will separate the other two fabrics and give an extra pop of colour – piping works as well 
spool of coordinating thread 

Pillow Sizes Chart   Standard Pillow Size  20" x 26", Super Standard Pillow Size 20" x 28", Queen Pillow Size 20" x 30", King Pillow Size 20" x 36" 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Teens 13-18 years | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker and DIY | Life and Learning | Art and Creation |

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Erin Branch
Phone: 519.833.9762
Hours
We're closed Sunday May 19
Mon, May 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 17 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 18 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, May 19 Closed
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About the branch

Erin Branch is currently located in Centre 2000 and shares library space with Erin District High School. A new branch is planned for 2025. Resources include Wi-Fi and computer access.

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