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DPPL Craft Swap
Saturday, January 24
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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2026-01-24 14:00:00
2026-01-24 16:00:00
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DPPL Craft Swap
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B
Des Plaines Public Library
Meeting Room BStart 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!
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 at 847-376-2840, or email us at ReadersServicesDesk@dppl.org.
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The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.
