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.
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.
Craftsy on OverDrive/Libby
- Craftsy on OverDrive/Libby
Get an unlimited 7 day pass to everything on Craftsy through OverDrive or in the Extras sections of the Libby app.
- Craftsy en Español en OverDrive/Libby
Obtén un pase ilimitado de 7 días para todo en Craftsy en Español aquí. Craftsy en Español también se puede encontrar en la sección Extras de la aplicación Libby. Obtén acceso a expertos de clase mundial que facilitan el aprendizaje de nuevas habilidades.
Get the Libby app:
- Download OverDrive's Libby App on the App Store
- Download OverDrive's Libby App on Google Play
- Download OverDrive’s Libby app on Amazon Appstore
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.
Upcoming Arts & Crafts Programs
Crafternoons at West Perry
West Perry Branch
Each month, learn and practice a new craft with other creatives in the community.
Teen Zone
Lawrence Branch
Hang out with us after school! Teens age 13-18 are welcome to join us for snacks, coloring, video games, and board games.
The Village
Southport Branch
Join others to create yarn pompoms that become part of a large-scale fiber art piece called The Village. This artwork will eventually be 24 feet wide and 8 feet high, and represents the best of Indianapolis Arts. It can't be made without assistance from each other.
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
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!
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!
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!