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RPL Sewing Group

Wide Headband

2025-06-10 14:00:00 2025-06-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago RPL Sewing Group Main Library - Room 206: Group Room A

Tuesday, June 10
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 14:00:00 2025-06-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago RPL Sewing Group Headed out for summer fun and don’t want to take time to fuss with your hair? Main Library - Room 206: Group Room A

Main Library

Room 206: Group Room A

Headed out for summer fun and don’t want to take time to fuss with your hair?

This pattern is so easy, quick and stylish that you can make one to match everything in your wardrobe, from sportswear to swimsuits to sundresses.
 
Pattern Resource:  
https://www.deliacreates.com/diy-headwrap-bands-tutorial/
 
Cutting Instructions:
Cut stretchy/knit fabric, such as jersey (you can also repurpose a stretchy T-shirt), to size:
Toddler – 19” x 6 ¾”
Child – 20/21” X 7 ¾”
Adult – 22” x 8 ¾”
Custom fit –The length is measured from forehead down to the upper part of your neck and then back around. Width is equal to double the width you desire + 3/4″ (for seam allowance).

TAGS: | Maker | Culture | Arts |

Main Library

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

Hours
Mon, Jun 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 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

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room 211: Recording Studio
Open Maker Lab lets you use Maker Lab equipment after completing Maker Lab 101 and getting certified.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, Jun 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
2nd Floor Terrace
Enjoy gentle yoga and meditation on the library veranda! All levels welcome. Bring your own mat and water. Breathe, move, and relax with us

Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes and crafts for children ages 3-5

Mon, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Want to learn how to sew? Join our beginner sewing class! We'll start with the basics and gradually build your skills as we go. Space is limited; registration suggested
This event is full

Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Room 115B: Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 206: Group Room A
Headed out for summer fun and don’t want to take time to fuss with your hair?

Tue, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Come design some pin buttons with the Teen Zone button maker, whether you want to jazz up your jean jacket, make an original gift for a friend, or prepare your school backpack for awesome compliments!

Wed, Jun 11, 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.

Wed, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned.

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Headed out for summer fun and don’t want to take time to fuss with your hair? We encourage you to register so you can receive the link.