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Have some fun! Paint rocks! Painted rocks can be beautiful or funny. You can use them as paperweights, put them in your garden or a flower pot or leave them in the park or along the road for someone to find. Registration is required at ppld.org under programs. The library will provide all the supplies, but feel free to bring a special rock if you'd like.
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Paper Crafting Creations Monday, June 19th, 11 a.m. - Noon High Prairie Library - 7035 Old Meridian Rd. Join us for a creative and fun project to make and take. Space is limited, so please register online or call 260-3650. This program is for ages 14 and up.
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Maker Monday: Beginner Bookbinding Monday, June 12th, 5-6 p.m. Fountain Library - 230 S. Main Street Have you ever wanted to create your own book? This month will be your chance! Learn how to create a beautiful book or journal with easy materials.
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Building with secondhand stuff : how to reclaim, repurpose, re-use & upcycle salvaged & leftover materials
by Chris Peterson
From Craig's List, your basement, and estate sales, you can salvage what you need to upcycle all kinds of cool things. You can build tables, install vintage hardwood floors and salvaged windows, mason reclaimed stone walls, and do much more using free or very inexpensive, high-quality, reconditioned materials.
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Create Colorful Aluminum Jewelry : Upcycle Cans into Vibrant Necklaces, Rings, Earrings, Pins, and Bracelets
by Helen Harle
Create stylish, lightweight metal jewelry from recycled aluminum cans with Create Colorful Aluminum Jewelry . Author Helen Harle offers jewelry makers a fun way to work with metal that doesn't involve soldering or fusing. The projects can be made with simple punches and tools (including common scrapbooking punches), and are perfect for beginning beaders. This book features clear step-by-step photography and instructions, a complete basics section, and instructions that are designed for beginners to follow and not be overwhelmed.
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Refashioned bags : upcycle anything into high-style handbags by Faith BlakeneyThe authors offer a collection of decidedly chic, deceptively quick designs for couture-looking bag, all made with everyday items from around the house, with each project including a difficulty rating, detailed instructions and full-color photos.
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Trash-to-treasure papermaking [electronic resource] : Make Your Own Recycled Paper from Newspapers & Magazines, Can & Bottle Labels, Disgarded Gift Wrap, Old Phone Books, Junk Mail, Comic Books, and More
by Arnold E. Grummer
Transform junk mail, newspapers, and old phone books into beautiful handmade paper in just minutes! With a simple technique that requires only a blender and some water, Trash-to-Treasure Papermaking shows you how to create unique sheets in a variety of shapes, colors, textures, and sizes. Learn how to incorporate your handmade paper into diverse projects that include invitations, bound books, paper bowls, and ornaments. Let your creativity shine as you explore the fun and simple art of papermaking.
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Pikes Peak Library District P.O. Box 1579 Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901 (719) 531-6333http://ppld.org/ |
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