Are you ready to try something a fun craft program at your library? I love all kinds of crafts, so I am excited to show you my list of crafts that are trending so far this year. If you want to learn something new or revisit an old favorite, I am sure you’ll find plenty to inspire you!
Origami
Well, there's nothing new about Origami, it's an age-old papercraft that was invented in China in 105 A.D. and was brought to Japan by monks in the sixth century. Today, this intricate paper folding craft is really fun for just about all ages. It's easy to learn and the outcome is some really creative and beautiful projects. The awesome thing is that the more you do Origami the better you get at it. As a bonus, the supply list for Origami is really short!
Weaving
I love modern weaving with a wide range of yarn, color, and texture. DIY wall hangings were making a big splash last year, and I expect even more people will join in and get even more creative with fiber love this year. DIY weaving would be a great library program and it's so easy to make a cardboard loom. Just think of all the awesome colors of yarn you will use!
Calligraphy
Oh, how I have always adored calligraphy. That's funny because I remember not liking to write in cursive when I was in school, but I have always been a fan of the swirling and stylish lettering that makes calligraphy so enticing. And so it is that brush lettering is evolving this year and with it the more refined art of calligraphy. The awesome thing is that you don't have to try and create your own lettering, you can practice with tracing templates to perfect your technique, and before long all your cardmaking projects will have a more professional appearance. A calligraphy program at your library would be a great way to introduce the art of calligraphy and transforming letters in a work of art. The short supply list for this program would be calligraphy pens, template sheets, and sheets of calligraphy paper.
Pyrography
Pyrography literally means “writing with fire” but the term “wood burning” is probably more familiar to all of us. Today’s crafters use a specialized tool with a heated tip to burn designs into wood. This fire writing tool can be used to decorate everything from jewelry boxes, crates, cutting boards and more. Ok, I have to get me one of these fire writing tools ASAP! I definitely think that this could be a really fun library program for adults. I will explore a little more and share my ideas.
Candle Making
I have so many fond memories of candle making. I shared in my webinar Living in a Material World last month that I grew up making crafts with my Mom and candle making was one of our favorites. I love that the tradition of making candles is being carried on today and now it has been revitalized with modern materials and techniques. Candles are pretty simple to make, easy to personalize and make excellent gifts or can be used as accents for your own home. I'll share some ideas for candle making programs at your library in the next few weeks.
Paint Pour
You might be saying to yourself what is this? This is a pretty cool craft that seems to be taking the world by storm. Last month my colleague had a program with a different name, but the same concept. Her's was called Galaxy paint and pour and it was a sold-out show. I have to say that paint pouring is a mesmerizing craft that consists of mixing various paint colors together before pouring onto your chosen canvas. With different results every time you’ll be addicted to seeing what you create next!
Which one of these crafts are you most excited to try at your library?
Tune in next time for more craft ideas from Mrs. Librarian Lady!
