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New Year's-Inspired Crafts for Teens [1]

January 5, 2016
By Kimberli Buckley, Library Manager, Concord Library, Contra Costa County (Calif.) Library

Happy New Year, everyone! 2015 went by like a flash, and now we are in a brand new year. Here in California, we have been battling some extremely cold weather. Extremely cold for us, that is; we can't handle it when it gets cold. Although I must say, chilly weather is the perfect time to pick out some new books and read away. Every year I like to say that I will read at least 100 books, but I tend to lose count around summertime. I need to keep better track of my YA reads.

Sharpie journals [2]Does anyone else have a bookish New Year's resolution for 2016? I always ask teens to let me know what books are on their resolution list by posting pictures of themselves with the books they are reading on our teen Instagram, @ccclibteens. Anyone can post, and I would love to hear what you are reading right now.

Anyway — on to programming!

If you need some last-minute program ideas for January, look no further. January is a great time for winter-related programs, and of course, for programs that focus on new ideas and new beginnings. For the programs below, I wanted to highlight January as a time for teens to get creative and try new things. I was also inspired by the colors black, white and gold — colors that for me, represent the chilly, glamorous celebratory vibe of New Year's.

Without further ado, check out some of the awesome crafts that I will be doing at my library this month.

Silhouette clipboard [3]: Turn a plain clipboard into a fantastic, golden gem with this DIY tutorial.

DIY silhouette clipboard [3]

Black and gold Sharpie journals [4]: These journals are stylish, and the gold is so inviting. Teens can record their thoughts throughout the year, and they also make great gifts for their friends.

Infinity scarves: [5] Follow this excellent YouTube tutorial to make a simple infinity scarf on a loom. Teens will love it!

Gold glitter dots [6]: All that is gold really does glitter! Try some of these dot crafts that are so perfect for January.

Coastal magnets [7]: I love these magnets; the colors are all so gorgeous. You can use nautical images or come up with images of your own.

Tune in next month, when I will be sharing ideas for Valentine's Day programs. It's OK if you don't love the hearts and flowers; teens usually look for programs that are less couple-oriented, so I will offer some ideas for edgier, more exciting Valentine's Day programs.

See you next month!

Mrs. Librarian Lady

Audience
Young Adult
Budget
$51-100
Related Links
Sprinkle, Mold, Blend, Create: Cooking Programs for Teens [8]
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[1] https://programminglibrarian.org/blog/new-years-inspired-crafts-teens [2] http://www.lilblueboo.com/2014/12/simple-sharpie-journals-and-matching-gift-wrap.html [3] http://thegraphicsfairy.com/diy-silhouette-clipboard/#_a5y_p=1960367 [4] http://www.lilblueboo.com/2014/12/simple-sharpie-journals-and-matching-gift-wrap.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:+LilBlueBoo+(Lil+Blue+Boo)&crlt.pid=camp.OidkB1YukdpK [5] http://www.diycraftproject.com/2014/12/diy-infinity-scarf-with-knitting-loom.html [6] http://burlapandblue.com/2015/12/29/gold-glitter-dot-crafts/ [7] http://modpodgerocksblog.com/2015/03/nautical-themed-diy-magnets.html [8] https://programminglibrarian.org/articles/sprinkle-mold-blend-create-cooking-programs-teens