Written by Chelsea Rider – Reference Librarian, Cedar Falls Public Library I am not a “crafty” person. I have interest (and a shelf full of …
The Gift of Giving: Craft-Centered Programming for the Whole Community at the Cedar Falls Public Library
An Artist’s Story: The Origin of My “Seeing Color in the Garden” Daily Practice
by Lorene Edwards Forkner Anything that encourages us to slow down and pay attention is nourishing. I am an artist as well as a writer …
20 Spring Craft Project Ideas
Welcome to the season of renewal and creativity! With spring in full bloom, it’s the perfect time to indulge in some crafting fun. Whether you’re …
Make An Interactive Passover Haggadah for Kids
Are you looking for a unique way to engage children in the Passover Seder? Why not create a personalized Passover Haggadah in the form of …
Scrappy “Jellyfish” Inspired Party Decor – Crafting for All Ages
Inspired by jellyfish, unicorns, and pastel rainbows, my 4-year-old and I made hanging party decorations for her park birthday. With simple materials and steps, anyone …
An Artist’s Story with Missy Dunaway: The Journey
I bought my first sketchbook in 2006 as a first-year art student at Carnegie Mellon University. Students were required to work in a sketchbook throughout …
QuiltCon 2024 Recap with Blair Stocker
By Creativebug Artist Blair Stocker Quiltcon, the premiere show for modern quilting presented by the Modern Quilt Guild, was held in February in Raleigh, North …
Easy Crochet Bows For Your Coquette Aesthetic
A playful, hyper-feminine “coquette” aesthetic is flourishing throughout fashion and social media with an abundance of florals, ruffles, pastels, and bows. Bows are adorning everything …
#The100DayProject Crafting Prompts from Creativebug
Every year thousands of people come together to participate in the annual #The100DayProject. The idea is simple, every day for 100 days starting February 18, …
Galentine’s Day Printable Cards
Send your best gal pals these adorable, printable, and colorful Galentine’s Day cards by artist Dawn M. Cardona. Celebrating Galentine’s Day has never been easier! …