Start the new year right by cleaning house and giving away some crafts you don't use! AND get some new crafts for inspo! - no registration required!
For more information, visit
https://calendar.dppl.org/event/15311416
Anyone who donates new or gently used crafting supplies to the 3rd Floor Information Desk between January 5, 2026 - January 20, 2026, will receive an early entry ticket to the Craft Swap! We will have bags for you to pack away your new materials (while supplies last). Please make sure that any loose supplies are in clean bags and/or containers, and that they are in good condition. Items for all ages will be accepted. Come back on January 24, 2026, to pick out brand-new-to-you crafting supplies!
All items are free! No registration required. Any items not taken will be used for library programs, donated to charity, or recycled.
CRAFT SWAP SCHEDULE:
Early Entry Access: 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Crafters with an early entry ticket | 1 bag per person
General Access: 2:30 – 4 p.m. | Crafters of all ages welcome! | No limits – take all that you can!
Craft Donation Areas:
Beads & Jewelry Making Supplies
Craft Books
Framing
Holiday
Painting
Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking Supplies
Sewing, Fabrics, & Ribbon Supplies
Storage
Yarn, Embroidery Floss, Knitting, & Crocheting Supplies
Unused Craft Kits
Children’s Craft Kits and Supplies
Candle and Soap Making Supplies
Donations NOT Recommended:
Equipment (e.g., sewing/embroidery machines, irons, etc.)
Large Miscellaneous Items
Open liquid items (e.g., paint, glue, nothing that leaks and is unsecured)
Partially Finished Projects
Scraps
Questions? Contact us at the Readers’ Services Desk or email us.
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