Muldrow Public Library offering free beginning sewing classes

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September 9, 2025

Muldrow Public Library is offering free beginning sewing classes which will offer the opportunity to learn about machine sewing. The instructor will be Carol Sims-Henson.

Attendees will be making a cash wallet with decorative stitches, and all supplies and equipment will be provided. If you would like to bring your own sewing machine, that is fine.

Classes will be held on Sept. 10, 17 and 24, beginning at 2 p.m. Call the library at 918427-6703 to pre-register.

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