Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up
2025-06-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-31 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) and 9 more dates | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join our weekly group at the library where we celebrate all crafty hobbies including knitting, crochet, embroidery, and more! All levels of experience welcome. No registration is required.

Anyone Can! Watercolor Pencil Drawing
2025-07-12 10:30 - 12:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Led by local artist Diane Steele, this adult class is designed to acquaint the “newbie” with materials and techniques used by many watercolor journaling artists. Each student will be provided pens, watercolor pencils, and paper to complete a simple wildflower painting. Many samples will be provided. Registration is required as space is extremely limited. Please visit or call the library to sign up. (518) 237-0891.

DIY Concertina / Accordion Book
2025-07-19 10:30 - 12:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us in creating and decorating your very own concertina! This class is geared toward an adult audience and is open to those 16+. Registration is required.
This bookbinding method is ideal for beginners, offering a solid introduction to the fundamentals of folding paper for pages and crafting a decorative paper cover. It lays the groundwork for more advanced bookbinding projects in the future. The handmade books produced in this workshop are great for painting, sketching, or mixed media work. Participants will have access to materials for designing and embellishing both the cover and the internal pages.

DIY Clay Gnomes (two-part class)
2025-07-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-31 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Adult class, for ages 16+. Participants will learn to work with air-dry clay in two sessions by molding and painting miniature gnomes. A tutorial and all materials will be provided. Gnomes can be placed in flowerpots to provide company to your plants or can be used around the home as summer decor.
July 24, 6-7 pm, sculpt the gnomes. July 31, 6-7 pm, paint the gnomes.
Registration is required. Visit us in person or call the library at (518) 237-0891 to reserve a spot. If you are unable to attend the second session, just let the librarian know and arrange for pickup of your gnome once fully dried.

Sashiko Mending Workshop
2025-08-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library and Sarah Collen, owner of the Troy Sew Shop, for a hands-on workshop on sashiko! Sashiko, meaning “little stabs” is a Japanese style of stitching. In traditional Japanese mending, sashiko is a style of hand stitching used to repair textiles or to create layers for added warmth in working garments. It is made by creating small repeating stitches that form a pattern (often inspired by nature). Sashiko is a great way to both mend and strengthen existing wardrobe pieces and is a wonderful zero-waste sustainable practice for increasing the longevity of your items. Registration is required for this class, as space is limited. Registration begins on July 1, 2025. You can register by visiting us in person or calling us at (518) 237-0891. Ages 15+.
Please bring an article of clothing, or a piece of fabric that you would like to stitch on. All other materials will be provided.

Rhinestone Tree Magnets
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us for a relaxing and creative session where you’ll craft your own dazzling magnet using tiny rhinestones. This calming activity is similar to paint-by-numbers but with a glittery twist—perfect for winding down while making something beautiful.
All materials will be provided, and you’ll leave with a unique magnet to take home or gift to someone special.
This program is open to ages 16 and up. No experience necessary!Registration opens July 14th. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early!

Melted Crayon Necklace
2025-08-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us for a creative and colorful program where we’ll transform crayon shavings into beautiful, one-of-a-kind necklaces. Using heat to melt the crayon pieces inside a pendant tray, you’ll create a vibrant and totally unique piece of jewelry—no two designs will be the same! This fun and easy craft is a great way to repurpose old materials while making something special to wear or give as a gift.
All supplies will be provided. This program is open to ages 16 and up. Registration opens July 23rd. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Make Your Own Hula Hoops!
2025-08-30 11:00 - 12:00 | NY
Experienced hula hoop maker and all-around crafter Allison will help participants figure out the perfect size hula hoop for them and assist in welding the unfinished hoops together. Hoops will then be decorated with colorful tape. All materials and instruction will be provided; no experience necessary. Registration is required as materials are limited. Ages 12+
Participants will be split into one of two timeslots to allow ample one-on-one instructor time: 11:00 and 11:30 a.m. Please specify a time-slot preference when registering.

Anyone Can! Learn to Needle Felt
2025-09-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library and fiber artist Hello It’s Deanna for a fun introductory course in needle felting. Participants will learn the essentials of needle felting and walk away with their own unique creation. All materials and instruction will be provided. This class is free, but registration is required due to limited materials. Open to ages 16+. To register, give us a call at (518) 237-0891 or stop by the library. Registration opens August 18.

Crafternoon - Wall Hanging!
2025-09-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
We will be using yarn in a variety of colors to make a wall hanging. You will be astonished at how simple and trendy this wall decor is!

All materials and instruction will be provided. However please feel free to bring yarn if you have specific colors you like or that match your aesthetic. This class is free, but registration is required due to limited materials. Open to ages 16+. To register, give us a call at (518) 237-0891 or stop by the library. Registration opens August 20.

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library for a two-hour workshop where you will learn to make your own earrings out of polymer clay. This is an adult class, for ages 16+

Using simple and basic techniques, participants will learn how to condition and work with polymer clay, mix colors, cut and shape pieces, and design unique earrings. Since polymer clay is oven-baked, our instructor Zan will guide you on baking and assembling your earrings at home. All materials and tools will be provided. No prior experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome. Registration is required. Call (518) 237-0891 or stop by the library in person.

Crafternoon Rustic Pumpkin
2025-10-11 10:30 - 12:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
🎃 Create a rustic, pumpkin-inspired grapevine wreath to welcome the fall season in style! 🎃 This unique craft will add a festive touch to your door or wall and is perfect for autumn decorating. Open to ages 16 and up. Registration is required and opens on September 11th.

Paint a Sugar Skull
2025-10-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us at the library as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive craft! Participants will transform a plain plastic skull into a vibrant sugar skull using paint. This craft is inspired by the colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos. This program is open to ages 16+, and registration is required. Please call the library to register.
