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Drop In Crafts

For Youth of All Ages

Third Friday of the month during the school year
Every Friday during summer months (June 5 to August 14)
Starting at 9:00a.m.
While supplies last

Drop into the library to create a fun craft. Little ones may need some help. No registration required.

Innovation Station

Get your creative juices flowing and create something NEW at the Innovation Station!

Close up of kids hands building a cardboard house

Upcoming Crafting Programs

All Kids Crafts

Kids Crafts Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access our online resources. If you need help, call the Ask Me Desk at 847-259-6050 x140. See every online resource the Library has to offer on our Learn & Explore page.

Creativebug

Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops. Discover new and interesting projects and techniques taught by recognized experts and artists. Learn how to doodle, paint, weave, sew, slime, and much more.

Start creating External Link

Hands on Crafts for Kids

Spark imagination and creativity for kids aged 6-12. From molding clay to painting masterpieces and stitching fabrics into unique creations, there’s something to captivate every young mind.

Get Crafty External Link

World Book Kids

Find games, crafts, and activities perfect for kids grade 5 and up. Activities range from hands-on activities, such as making your own musical instruments, to analytical exercises, such as mazes and treasure hunts.

To the Craft Room External Link

Crafts At Home

All Ages Activity

Each Craft at Home activity includes a supply list, written instructions, and picture of the finished craft. All crafts can be made with simple things found at home. Look here for a monthly new craft.

Don't Have a Printer?

If you don't have a printer to print any instructions and craft templates, come to the Ask Me Desk and we will give you a printed copy.

Spring Craft Spotlight

Yellow Duck

Supplies Needed:

scissors
glue or tape
Printed Instructions, which include:
- 1 large yellow circle
- 2 medium yellow circles
- 3 orange small circles
1 googly eye

PDF Instructions PDF File

Instructions:

Print the instructions* and cut out all the circles.
Fold the largest yellow circle in half to create the body of the duck.
Glue one of the medium yellow circles along the folded edge of the large circle to create the head of the duck.
Fold the remaining yellow circle in half and glue it to the body of the duck to create the wing.
Fold the three orange circles in half and use them to create the feet and beak for the duck.
Add the googly eye to the duck or draw one on with a marker.

*If you need help printing the instructions come to the Ask Me Desk and we will give you a printed copy.

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