Bring your project and sewing skills to the Robert Crown Library Brach and we provide the sewing machine! Unsupervised program intended for advanced users only. Sign-up and walk-ins welcome
How long have you been thinking of putting your sewing machine skills to work but never found the time? Come to the Robert Crown Library Branch! Our sewing machines are waiting for you, just bring your project and any color spool you need -other than black, navy or white- and start creating!
Two hours per patron per day/Only 2 people per machine.
Sign up here. Walk-ins are welcome when sewing machines are not reserved
Check our opening hours here This program is intended for patrons who are very familiarized with the use of a sewing machine.
There will be no assistance provided.
Some ideas of what you might want to do:
Climate Action Programs are presentations, workshops and other events that promote awareness over the need to take action in order to reduce our carbon footprint. We aim to make Climate Action accessible and engaging to everybody by providing fun programs that spark curiosity and a desire to take better care of ourselves and our planet.
Sewing helps us reduce our carbon footprint by limiting the amount of textiles and garments we purchase. By upcycling, altering, customizing or repairing our garments and linens, by using them as lining to other projects or by making reusable rags out of them, we reduce our dependance on consumption, gain skills that foster self-reliance and, ultimately, advocate for a more sustainable planet.
The City of Evanston is committed to promoting a Citywide culture of accessibility and inclusivity. To request an accommodation for a program, service, or activity, please call 847-866-2919 to make an ADA service request or fill out a request form online.