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February 1, 2023 by Cindy Shutts

Cindy Crushes Programming: My Top Ten Craft Supplies

Teen Librarian Cindy Shutts shares what she keeps in her craft supply toolbox so she's always ready for the next DIY craft program

January 18, 2023 by Cindy Shutts

Cindy Crushes Programming: Seurat Inspired Paintings

Teen Librarian Cindy Shutts shares a quick, easy and inexpensive teen craft inspired by the art works of Georges Seurat

November 2, 2022 by Cindy Shutts

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Teen Librarians Cindy Shutts and Samantha Burkiewicz walk us through a DIY Jack Skellington craft

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