Intrigued by the hot new creative trend of Bullet Journaling? Learn how to create a personalized and organized “Bullet Journal.” Part planner, part diary, you can make it as simple or as elaborate as you like. Dot grid notebooks and some simple supplies are all you need! Journaling is not only a fun hobby, but… read more >>
Learn all about rockets and flying while you make your own rocket craft to fly! Materials needed: Print out of two pattern sheets Scissors Tape Crayons or markers Bendy straw What to do: Print the patterns (click the link here to open the template page: Rocket Templates). Color the rocket (if you’d like), then cut… read more >>
Sign up and come to the Springfield Library on December 15th to learn how to make your very own Christmas tree keychain! Register here, on the Library Events Calendar. NOTE: Registration is required for this event. Please only register for one time so others may have the opportunity to participate. Can’t make it in? Take &… read more >>
November is National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo! Most young children aren’t ready to write a novel by any means, but there are ways to help them get into the creative mindset at an early age. Reading with children helps them develop the early literacy skills that are necessary for learning how to write those… read more >>
How does a harmonica work? A little harmonica can produce a lot of sound! While the one you make with this project can play only a single note, a real harmonica can pack a full concert in your pocket. A harmonica is in a group called wind instruments. While yours has paper as a reed… read more >>
Hello, crafty teens! Do you have that one t-shirt that you just love, but it’s starting to fall apart? Maybe it has some holes or stains that make in random spots leaving the picture on the shirt intact. Don’t worry…we can reuse that t-shirt to make a fun bit of décor! We’re going to frame… read more >>
Create a rustic-looking Autumn Leaf Candle Holder! Perfect for providing a spooky glow for Halloween, or as a mellow tabletop centerpiece for Thanksgiving! All you need is a few simple supplies that you can purchase at any craft store: Mason Jar Fabric leaves in autumn colors Mod-Podge Brush or sponge brush Twine A flameless candle… read more >>
Paracord keychains are available as this month’s Adult Take & Make kit. (While supplies last.) You will need about 36 inches of Paracord and a Key ring. You will also need scissors and a lighter. Step 1 Attach the Paracord to the Key ring. Make sure both Paracord tails are pointing out. You can… read more >>
January 29, 2021 is National Puzzle Day! Do you love putting puzzles together? It can be a relaxing time as long as you don’t get frustrated with the bigger puzzles! Those 1000-piece puzzles can get the best of you at times when there are a lot of similar colors. When I was younger, it was… read more >>
Do you love to sew? Do you love DIY craft projects? Do you love fiber arts? Can’t get enough of Let’s Go Sew and Fiber Arts Live? Then here is a perfect compilation for you! All of the library’s sewing blogs and videos, gathered together below, in one location for your convenience. Read and watch… read more >>
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