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The Makery: Textile Arts

Guide with resources for The Makery in Rose and Carrier Libraries

Sewing, Knitting and more at the Rose Makery

The Rose Makery has a collection of tools and supplies for sewing and knitting, including:

  • (2) modern Bernina 1008 Sewing Machines
  • Bernina Serger
  • Vintage 1950 Singer Sewing Machine
  • Iron and Ironing Board
  • Tailor's Ham
  • Yarn Swift and Ball Winder
  • Various Measurement and Marking Tools (rulers, chalk, fabric pens, etc.)
  • Rotary Cutter and Cutting Mats
  • A variety of shears, scissors, and snips.
  • Thread
  • Fabric
  • Yarn
  • Snaps, Buttons, Zippers, etc.

Everyone in the JMU community is welcome and encouraged to use our textile arts facilities; however, you must complete a brief training on how to use the machine and must sign a form stating that you'll follow a few basic safety rules before you may do so.  The easiest way to receive training is by attending one of our workshops!

Bernina 1008 Sewing Machine

Embroidery at Carrier Makery

The Carrier Makery also has a collection of supplies for working with textiles - similar to what Rose has - as well as a Brother "Dream Machine 2" sewing and embroidery machine.

Online Sewing Resources

Garment Printer at Carrier Makery