Do it Yourself Classes

Every month from September through May the Waverly Public Library offers Do It Yourself classes.

Classes are held the second Tuesday of the month and begin at 6:30 pm. Adults and supervised children are welcome to attend. These classes are made possible by the Friends of the Waverly Public Library who generously purchase all materials and resources needed. 

Registration opens the 1st of each month for each class. Friends members may register two months ahead. Registration is required along with a $5.00 refundable deposit. Deposits may be donated to the Friends of the Waverly Public Library to help offset the class costs. Call or stop at the Circulation or Information Desks to register. 

2019-2020 DIY Classes

  • September 10: Hobo/Tote Bag
  • October 8: Tile Coasters
  • November 12: Book Page Wreath
  • December 10: Mason Jar Craft
  • January 7: Needle Felting
  • February 11: Folded Book Art
  • March 10: DIY Jewelry
  • April 14: Marbled Easter Eggs
  • May 12: Bow Tie

2017-2018 DIY Classes

  • September: Alcohol Ink Washer Jewelry
  • October: T-Shirt Crafts
  • November: Homemade Soap
  • December: Santa Wreath
  • January: Circle Fleece Scarf
  • February: Felting
  • March: Paper Marbling 
  • April: Book Making
  • May: Painted Wooden Pallet Sign

2016-2017 DIY Classes

  • September: Nature Art on Canvas
  • October: Halloween Wreaths
  • November: Paper Animal Snowflakes
  • December: Paperback Christmas Trees
  • January: Macrame Bracelets
  • February: Valentine's Cake Balls
  • March: Pom Pom Easter Critters
  • April: Fairy Gardens
  • May: Bad Craft Night!

2015-2016 DIY Classes

  • September: Cake Decorating
  • October: Chalkboard Wood Cutouts
  • November: Gift Mixes in Jars
  • December: Ornaments & Sock Snowmen
  • January: Homemade Spa Treatments
  • February: Mod Podge Coasters
  • March: String Art
  • April: Mosaics
  • May: Group Painting

2014-2015 DIY Classes

  • September: Fall Wreaths
  • October: Arm Knit Scarves
  • November: Holiday Entertaining
  • December: Ornaments
  • January: DVD Case Coupon Holders
  • February: Handmade Stationery and Valentines
  • March: Sharpie Tie-Dye
  • April: Dictionary Art
  • May: String Art

Past classes


Burlap wreaths

Homemade cleaning supplies

Arm knit scarves

Rag rugs

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