Learn macramé basics while making your very own macramé wall art. 

Supplies: stick or dowel, 12 strings of rope 10 feet long (cotton rope 4, 5, or 6 mm, polyester rope, or thick yarn), 2 S-hooks, painters tape or scotch tape, a rolling rack for clothes (for the hanging project).

1:40 p.m.

Creative Studio Equipment: Poster Printer

1:45 p.m.

Demo: Digital Services Staff Showcase

Part 1: Jabez from Digital Services goes behind the scenes of the Library Scoop podcast and demonstrates podcasting basics.

Part 2: Librarian Ruth demonstrates foundational sewing techniques.

2:05 p.m.

Creative Studio Equipment: Egg-bot

2:10 p.m.

Demo: Teen Showcase

Catch Teen Undergrounders as they create different craft and tech specialties while taking a glimpse into their creative process.

2:30 p.m.

Creative Studio Equipment: Embroidery Machine

2:35 p.m.

Hands-on: KidSpace Fun | Homemade Playdough

KidSpace librarian Allison gets her hands messy while making homemade playdough and putty.

Supplies: marshmallows, baking soda, canola or vegetable oil, dish soap, corn starch, food coloring, bowls, spoons, measuring cups, microwave

2:55 p.m.

 Creative Studio Equipment: 3D Printer

3 p.m.

Demo: PaisleyandGlue | Cosplay

Cosplay artist Maggie demonstrates how to turn basic character or dance shoes into a unique witchy costume piece.

3:15 p.m.

Creative Studio Equipment: Laser Cutter

3:20 p.m.

Hands-on: Esther’s Place | Wet Felting

Natasha Lehrer Lewis creates a beautiful flower through the process of wet felting.

Supplies: felting kit, water, dish soap, and towel. Pick up felting kit at the Library ahead of time.

3:45 p.m.

Q&A with Presenters

3:55 p.m.

 Goodbyes