Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form. Videos are posted weekly on Mondays at 4:00 p.m.
Tune in on Monday, March 22nd at 4:00 p.m. to learn how to create a high-contrast black and white image using an engraving technique on a scratch board.
CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING, VISIT YOUTUBE, @GALLUPLIBRARY.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
• 1/2 c. castile soap liquid • 1/2 c. distilled water • 1 Tbsp. vitamin E oil (optional) • 1 Tbsp. sweet almond oil or olive oil or jojoba oil (optional) • 15 drops tea tree essential oil optional • 5-10 drops lavender essential oil optional
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a mason jar or recycled soap dispenser, add the water first (to prevent bubbles) then the liquid castile soap, followed by the oils. Shake the ingredients together.
Shake the soap dispenser before using, then squirt a small amount on your hands as needed, rinsing with water.
Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form. Videos are posted weekly on Mondays at 4:00 p.m.
Tune in on Monday, March 15th at 4:00 p.m. to create Artist Trading Cards or ATCs are miniature pieces of art that are traded by artists around the world. Learn how to make your own ATC with an interactive workshop inspired by Courtney Cerruti’s CreativeBug class. Need inspiration? Complete the optional OFPL ATC mini-challenges and win a prize.
CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING, VISIT YOUTUBE, @GALLUPLIBRARY.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
• 6 c. Soy Wax Flakes • Natural Wicks (Anchors Optional) • 80-120 Drops of Essential Oil (See scent list below) Other supplies: • 8 oz. Mason Jars (or jars of choice) • Stirring Utensil • Pens or Chopsticks to Secure Wicks
INSTRUCTIONS:
Melt soy wax in a pot over low-medium heat. They should melt fairly easily but turn up the heat slightly if taking more than a few minutes.
Stir
Once melted, add essential oils.
Anchor wicks to the bottom of mason jars.
Tape wick upright to a horizontal chopstick or pen.
Pour the wax into the mason jar and then repeat until all jars are full.
Depending on the size of the mason jars you may have some wax leftover.
Let stand until solid (about 1 hour).
Cut the wick to the desired length.
Scents to Relieve Anxiety: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense, Hyssop, Lavender, Marjoram, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange, Peach, Rose, Rose Geranium, and Violet Leaf.
Scents to Ease Depression: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lemon Balm, Lemon Verbena, Neroli, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose Geranium, Sandalwood, Tangerine, and Ylang-ylang.
Scents to Improve Memory: Bay Laurel, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, and Rosemary.
Scents to Invigorate and Overcome Fatigue: Angelica, Benzoin, Camphor, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove Basil, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Lemon, Peppermint, Pine, Sage, and Spiced Apple.
Scents to Deal with Stress, Nervous Tension, and Insomnia: Bergamot, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Cloves, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Myrrh, Neroli, Nutmeg, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Sweet Melissa, Valerian, Vanilla, Violet, and Ylang-ylang.
Join us on Saturday, March 13th at 12:00 p.m. for an afternoon of chatting and crafting on Zoom!
Virtually chat with other community members to exchange craft ideas, stories, and food recipes as we craft together through knitting, painting, sewing, drawing, and more.
Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form. Videos are posted weekly on Mondays at 4:00 p.m.
Tune in on Monday, March 8th at 4:00 p.m. to learn more about the Pop Art movement of the 1950’s with influential artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Create your own inspired Pop Art on a canvas panel.
CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING, VISIT YOUTUBE, @GALLUPLIBRARY.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Place coconut oil and shea butter in a glass bowl or jar and place the bowl/jar inside a medium saucepan.
Add water to the saucepan (enough to surround the bowl/jar but not to overflow it) and bring to a boil.
As water is heating up, ensure to stir coconut oil and shea butter and continue to do so until it melts.
Once melted, add in arrowroot starch, baking soda, and essential oils.
Place in a 3-ounce jar and allow to cool at room temp or in the fridge (will harden faster in the fridge) until it’s reached a solid-state.
Cover with lid until used.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
1. Wet underarms slightly (this helps with even application) 2. Spoon out a pea-sized amount with a wooden scoop or with fingers and rub between fingers before applying directly to underarms. 3. For a regular day, one application in the morning should be fine. For hotter days, workouts or if you’re particularly sweaty, feel free to reapply as needed.
Join us on Facebook LIVE @galluplibraryevery Friday at 4:00 p.m. to participate in Fun Friday interactive events and the opportunity to win some great prizes!
Unleash your inner scientist with all the supplies you need for 12 different STEM activity kits available at OFPL using the Supply Request Form all month long. We will be demonstrating the water wheel activity included in the kit.
