Craft Tutorials

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Craftsy on OverDrive/Libby

You can use your Library card to take a Craftsy class and watch step-by-step instructions on a variety of creative crafts, such as baking, cake decorating, quilting, knitting, and more.

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Craftsy on Hoopla

Borrow individual Craftsy episodes from Hoopla. You can check out 10 items each month from Hoopla. After you check a video it is available for you to watch for 7 days. After checking out and then downloading a video, watching it will not require Wi-Fi or direct internet connection. If you are an iPhone or iPad user you can go to Apple’s App Store, search for the Hoopla app and install it on your phone, computer or tablet. For Android users, you can find and download the Hoopla app on Google Play. On a Windows computer, use your web browser to go to Hoopla Digital to begin browsing Hoopla’s collection.

Craftsy Examples

Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch and listen on a PC, tablet or phone.

Upcoming Arts & Crafts Programs

Cricut Design Space for Beginners

Cricut Design Space for Beginners

Fort Ben Branch

This class will guide you step-by-step through Design Space, the software for designing Cricut projects. Explore the Design Space canvas and the functions and tools bringing your designs to life. Learn about the material prep screen and unloading and assembling a beginner-level cut project.

Learning Curve Open Activities

Learning Curve Open Activities

Central Library

Looking for something fun and engaging to do this summer? Kids, teens, and families are welcome to stop by the Learning Curve! Whether you're into STEM activities or getting creative with arts and crafts, there's something for everyone!

Geology Rocks!

Geology Rocks!

Eagle Branch

Go back in time and explore prehistoric creatures through fossils! Create your very own fossil impression and discover the wonders of geology. This program is for ages 6-12.

Getting Started with a Cricut Machine

Cricut machines can cut, write, and score, making it possible to create a wide variety of projects out of all kinds of materials. Learn how to use your machine to its full potential and try out some of these suggested projects!

Easy Cricut Crafts

More Than 35 Quick, Easy, and Stylish Cutting Machine Projects Using Vinyl, Iron-on, Cardstock, Cork, Leather, and Fabric

George, Cori

Follow step-by-step instructions and use downloadable SVG files to create and customize over 35 projects with this guide! The great thing about these ideas is that they leave a ton of flexibility for you to adapt designs to your own needs and tastes. Get those creative gears turning and dip your toes into the Cricut cutting world.

Cricut Made Easy With Sweet Red Poppy

A Guide to your Machine, Tools, Design Space and More!

Coffin, Kimberly

Learn about essential tools, software, materials, and techniques, as well as different types of Cricut machines in this easy-to-follow guide. You can use the provided free downloadable SVG files to practice Cricut crafting skills, as a good starting place to build comfortability in the software, or to simply supplement the files you have already collected in the process of using Design Space.

The Complete Cricut Machine Handbook

A Beginner's Guide to Creative Crafting With Vinyl, Paper, Infusible Ink, and More!

Holden, Angie

This handbook is packed with helpful tips, techniques and eye-catching projects. You can use this book to quickly become a certified Cricut expert! Utilizing the Cricut Design Space software, dive into 24 step-by-step projects based on various materials like vinyl, paper, fabric and more. Visit the author's YouTube Channel "The Country Chic Cottage" for more awesome tips and ideas!