Take & Make Craft Kits

Take & Make Craft Kits are now available for adults!

Craft kits for any age are available from the library while supplies last.

No registration or library card scan required. Just ask for one at Drive-Thru Pickup.

ADULTS

• Pick up a new craft kit every month
• Inspired by our Creativebug digital service at ghpl.org/research.
• Supplies and video/print resources to help you learn a new skill or hobby will be included.
• Scissors and your talent are the only other supplies needed!

March 2021: Macrame Plant Hanger

• Learn how to create the most iconic of all macrame projects: The Plant Hanger.
• Emily Katz from Creativebug shows you how to create a hanger out of cotton rope tied into simple square knots and half square knots. This project is totally customizable and can work with planters of any size. Emily will show you how to calculate the proportions of your planter and construct a hanger that will hold the pot perfectly. 
• Kit includes: Metal ring and cotton rope.
• Learn how to:
  • Connect the rope to a brass ring to create the top of the hanger.
  • Divide ropes into three separate sections to work individually.
  • Create spirals using half square knots and square knots. 
  • Create basket structure to cradle plant pot.
• Click here to access Creativebug for video instructions.
• If you enjoyed this project, check out more macrame projects from Creativebug: 
  • Macrame Feathers 
  • Macrame Keychain 
  • Macrame Wall Hanging
• Check out books and e-books from the library featuring more great macrame projects.
• Learn about upcoming themes at ghpl.org/craft:
  • Embroidery Starter (April 2021)
  • Grow Your Own Tomatoes (May 2021)

KIDS

• Missing our craft table at the library? We have you covered!
• Pick up a new craft kit each week.
• Tag us on social media!

GRADES 4 & UP

• Crafting designed for older kids!
• Pick up a new craft kit each week.
• Submit a picture of your completed craft to rrausch@ghpl.org to be entered into a prize drawing.