Build new skills for you and your little this new year!
Instagram. Tiktok. Youtube. Heck, even Pinterest seems to be full of people just itching to teach you how to do anything you want. Whether it's knitting or crocheting, sewing or painting, it's all out there, right? Sorta. The fact of the matter is, while you sometimes hit the jackpot, a lot of the time these well-meaning creative types just aren't all that their numerous hits and likes suggest they would be. A lot of them aren't born teachers.
Now imagine a single place where you can find literally thousands of award-winning video classes taught by top designers and artists. Best of all, these videos are set up to help you, not just show off the talents of their creators.
Friends, it's time you discovered Creativebug.
So for the unfortunate folks out there that don't have Evanston Public Library cards, Creativebug is the kind of site they would have to subscribe to. You? With just the number on your card, you have access to all sorts of resources, including:
Make a Learning Journey - Learning Journeys are curated experiences designed to help you and your child master new skills and guide you along in your creative practice. In each journey, you'll follow a series of classes and techniques that build upon each other, allowing you to gain knowledge at you and your child’s own pace, build confidence, and complete projects along the way. Your child can learn their next friendship bracelet design with Twinkie Chan, create their own side sewn book for their next story with Jody Alexander and weave with Kelly Wilkenson, each learning journey is here to support you on your path of learning.
Get Inspired and Share with Others - You're not alone! So many other people are learning new skills as well. Look at the things they've created and then share what you've made as well.
Engage in a New Daily Practice - Start a new artistic practice one day at a time. Build your skills, explore tools and materials, and flex your creative muscles as you work alongside the instructor throughout the week or month ahead. Whether you’re helping your child learn their letters with Suzy Ultman as they color, paint and decorate these important shapes or following Constance Moore’s daily prompts inspired by picture books, every project begins with a single step. Modeling curiosity and learning for your child encourages them to step outside of their comfort zone as well. Beauty can come from imperfection! TODAY is the perfect day to start.
So check it out! Your library card is a door to so many great resources!
