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Hobbies & Crafts


Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access many of our online resources if you are not using them in the Library. Need help? Stop by or call the Reference Desk at 847-259-6050 x130.

See every online resource the Library has to offer on the A–Z Online Resources page.


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America's News: Leisure Activities

Use from home Library Card Required  Current and archived full-text articles from news sources nationwide. Browse topics like crafting, fishing, stamp collecting and more.

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ArtistWorks

Use from home Library Card Required  World-class instruction for popular instruments through self-paced video lessons from professional musicians.

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Consumers' Checkbook

Use from home Library Card Required  Compare services in the Chicago area. Find info on dance classes, music instructors, bike shops, and more.

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Craftsy on Hoopla

Use from home Library Card Required  Fine tune your craft— or start a new one with step-by-step video instruction on a variety of creative crafts like baking, cake decorating, knitting, quilting, sewing, and more.

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Creativebug

Use from home Library Card Required Popular  Watch a wide variety of hobby and crafting video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Learn knitting, jewelry making, quilting, and much more!

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Gale Presents Udemy

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of on-demand video courses taught by world-class instructors. Find helpful courses on topics like crochet, jewelry making, origami basics, sewing, and more.

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GCF Learn Free

Over 1,000 free lessons, videos, and interactives. Find courses to learn the basics of graphic design, digital photography, Photoshop, digital imaging, and more.

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LinkedIn Learning

Use from home Library Card Required  Choose from thousands of online courses to learn in-demand skills from real-world industry experts. Develop your photography skills, try photo restoration, and learn about selling at craft fairs.

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The New York Times

Redeem 1 day of subscription access. Read the sports section to follow your favorite team. Check out Wirecutter for reviews on craft, game, and hobby gear. Users will need to create a free account and access subscription through the link sent to your email.

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Puzzle Palace on Hoopla

Use from home Library Card Required  Easily play a variety of brain-bending sudoku, crossword, and word games. There’s something for kids, beginners, and seasoned experts alike. New games are added daily!

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World Book Kids

Use from home Library Card Required  Find games, crafts, and activities perfect for kids grade 5 and up. Activities range from hands-on activities, such as making your own musical instruments, to analytical exercises, such as mazes and treasure hunts.

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Catalog Spotlight

To browse books on handicrafts, outdoor activities, and hobbies in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.

Essential Book of Origami: The Complete Guide for Everyone by Michael LaFosse
The Idle Beekeeper: The Low-Effort, Natural Way to Raise Bees Radical Sewing: Pattern-Free, Sustainable Fashion for All Bodies by Kate Weiss

Digital Magazines

Find magazines in the library in Adult Reference. Or search the online catalog External Link to browse and place holds on magazines. 

Flipster Magazines

Midwest Living
Women's Day Consumer Reports

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BirdWatching
Marlin Golf Magazine

Digital Library of IL Magazines

Photography Week
Mollie Magazine Games World of Puzzles

Website Links

American Birding Association External Link
Resources, programs, and trips to help birders at every skill level.

Create Your Own Puzzles External Link
Use the DiscoverySchool tools to create your own puzzles for free including crossword puzzles, mazes, cryptograms and more.

Enjoy Illinois External Link
Browse all the activities to do in Illinois including birding, golfing, picnicking, skateboarding, and more.

Hobby Database External Link
Free database of searchable collectibles.

Illinois Park Activities External Link
Plan your visit to an Illinois State Park and learn about park activities like camping, fishing, hiking, stargazing, and more.

Spruce Crafts External Link
Thousands of how-to craft and hobby projects with step-by-step instructions.

United States Mint External Link
Get started building your collection with helpful resources like coin term glossary, caring instructions, and more.

Unsplash External Link
Millions of high quality photos licensed for free use without any attribution needed.

Yarnspirations External Link
Thousands of free knit, crochet, craft, sew, quilt, and embroidery patterns available at your fingertips.

Past Virtual Events

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Chicago’s Mysterious Lakefront Carvings
Thousands of magnificent rock carvings stretch 22 miles from the Indiana state line through Chicagoland.

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Chicago Transit Hikes
A guide to getting out in nature without a car. Who says you have to drive hours out of town to take a walk in the woods?

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Living With Birds
North America has over 30 billion fewer birds than in 1970. This is a major concern we can do something about.

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