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Virtual Sew-In

BUCKET BAG

2024-08-22 11:00:00 2024-08-22 13:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual Sew-In Virtual -

Thursday, August 22
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-22 11:00:00 2024-08-22 13:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual Sew-In Sew a bucket bag to store and tote your next project – or conveniently take items to the beach, gym, or kids’ practice time. "Once you register with your email, we will send you the link." Virtual -

Sew a bucket bag to store and tote your next project – or conveniently take items to the beach, gym, or kids’ practice time. "Once you register with your email, we will send you the link."

Please join us as we explore the joy of sewing and make some cool stuff! You may not exactly hug your sewing machine, but you will play with fabric and color, connect with kindred sewers, and make something beautiful for yourself or others. Challenge yourself to learn new skills and strengthen your personal style, all while we cheer each other on.

BUCKET BAG
 The drawstring closure will keep everything inside, and the handles make it easy to carry. As an option, create pockets for added storage. Consider using theme fabric for a touch of fun!
 
Resources:
Pattern: https://happiestcamper.com/how-to-make-a-bucket-bag/
Video: How To Sew A Bucket Bag using a Free Printable Pattern - YouTube
Template: https://happiestcamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/BUCKET-BAG.pdf
 
Materials & Cutting:
Use FREE pattern template by Happiest Camper for cutting pieces: Top closure – 3/8 yard of 36″ or wider fabric
Outer body, bottom, and handles – 2/3 yard of 36″ or wider fabric
Lining (top, side, bottom) – 1 yard of 36″ or wider fabric
Interfacing – 1 ¼ yard of 15” or wider
Optional: Fusible batting
Cording for drawstrings – 2 yards
Optional: Outer pockets – 16" x 33"  
Optional: Strap webbing instead of creating bucket bag handles – 20” length @ 2 (40” total)
Optional: Two (2) large beads, decorative buttons, or pom-poms for ends of drawstrings

TAGS: | Special Event | Maker | Culture | Arts |

Main Library

info@rockfordpubliclibrary.org
Phone: 815-965-7606
Branch manager
Dunarene Hopson

Hours
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Mon, Nov 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 27 Closed
(Thanksgiving and day after)
Fri, Nov 28 Closed
(Thanksgiving and day after)
Sat, Nov 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 30 Closed

About the library

The 66,000 sq.ft. Main Library opened in spring of 2024 and serves as the Rockford Public Library's main downtown facility. The newly constructed space boasts a 1st floor Children's Area complete with a dedicated computer lab, three program rooms, play structure with slide, and baby garden, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers, podcasting room, green screen video room, a large Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and several meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people. Additional features include a large interactive screen, two roof-top terraces, one of which is available for rent as part of our large event space on the third floor, underground parking, and drive-thru book drop holds pickup!

Upcoming events

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Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5

Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History Room
Drop in on Tuesdays at 2pm to get hands-on help from the Local History Department pros! 

Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Event Space
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.

Sat, Nov 29, All day
Ahlstrand Family Foundation Craft Room
Families can drop in anytime today during Stroll on State to make a winter bookmark!

Sat, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
While you're downtown enjoying Stroll on State, join us for a winter storytime!

Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes and crafts for children ages 3-5

Mon, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Meets the first Monday every other month.