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Fort Bend County Libraries Present Programs for Adult Crafters in April

March 25 2023

Fort Bend County Libraries will present a variety of craft-themed programs for adults in April to introduce people to new hobbies and activities, and to give current crafters inspiration and new ideas.

Find encouragement, get feedback, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of other crafters during these free events. Samples of the library’s instructional books, magazines, and websites on various crafts will be available.

The schedule of activities in April is as follows:

“Book-Art: Easter Egg”: Wednesday, April 5 @ 2:00-3:00 pm

Cinco Ranch Branch Library @ 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy

Learn how to transform an old book into a unique piece of art! Discover ways to form simple shapes and images, such as an Easter egg, by folding pages of a book. No cutting, gluing, or special equipment is needed for this simple craft project. The project is a fun way to re-use old books and give them a new purpose. The resulting piece can be put on display or given as a gift. Registration required.

Craft Club: Tuesdays, April 11 and 25 @ 2:00-4:00 pm

Cinco Ranch Branch Library @ 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy

Craft enthusiasts of all experience levels who enjoy any type of crafting are invited to attend to get other crafters’ perspectives, critiques, and suggestions. Chat and network with other crafters who enjoy anything from art and needlework to woodwork and much more! Those attending should bring their projects and their own crafting supplies. Crafters are invited to come and go as time permits.

“No Glitter Please” Craft Club: Thursday, April 13 @ 2:00-3:00 pm

Mission Bend Branch Library @ 8421 Addicks Clodine Road

In this monthly craft club, which meets on the 3^rd Thursday of every month, craft enthusiasts of all experience levels who enjoy any type of crafting are invited to attend to get other crafters’ perspectives, critiques, and suggestions. Chat and network with other crafters who enjoy anything from art and needlework to woodwork and much more! Those attending should bring their projects and their own crafting supplies. Crafters are invited to come and go as time permits.

“Nifty Needlers”: Friday, April 21 @ 12:00 noon-2:00 pm

Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library @ 8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear

Needlework enthusiasts of all experience levels who enjoy any type of crocheting, knitting, or sewing are invited to attend to get other needlecrafters’ perspectives, critiques, and suggestions. Those attending should bring their own yarn, strings, and needles to start or finish a project, while chatting, networking, and enjoying the company of fellow needlecrafters. The group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month.

These programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library organizations that support each library.

The activities are free and open to the public. Registration is required for some of the programs. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the branch library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).

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