The Coos Bay Public Library loves crafts, and we have the programs to prove it!

Have you ever wanted to turn your fibers into yarn? Step back in time and learn about drop spindle spinning from your local SCA Shire of Tymberhavene. Drop spindle spinning is perfect for beginners as it is easy to learn and doesn’t require expensive equipment. Join Tymberhavene’s local expert and discover this lost art for yourself Thursday, December 4 from 3-6 p.m.

If you prefer to work with already made cloth, check out our Beginner’s Sewing class. Learn the basics of how to run a sewing machine with Kell Smith of OCATEC and make a cloth gift basket to take home. Registration is required as spaces are limited. Anyone 15 or older is welcome to attend this fun class on December 4 from 5-7:30 p.m.

On Friday, December 5 the Library will host its first Fiber Arts Friday program. This program will take place the first Friday of each month 3:30-4:30 p.m. and is a monthly meet-up for fiber artists! Bring your own project (knitting, crocheting, needle felting, weaving, spinning, etc.) and enjoy conversation, share ideas, and enhance your skills with other fiber hand crafters. This casual gathering will be located at the tables in the periodical section. Fiber artists of all skill levels are welcome, and registration is not required. Tea and snacks will be provided.

These are just a few of the awesome programs going on this month at your public library. To see the many programs offered by the Coos Bay Public Library, check out our calendar online, https://www.coosbaylibrary.org/events/month,or stop by the Library to pick up a printed copy!