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February 14, 1 pm to 5 pm



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Please consider joining the Greater Birmingham Fiber Guild which meets prior to the Purl on the Plaza, 2nd Saturday of each month.  They have fabulous workshops and demonstrations!  They meet from 10 am to 2 pm at the Hoover Church of Christ, 3248 Lorna Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35216 (map).  Dues are just $25/year.  Check out their blog here.

New Books! Check them out!

A Year of Amigurumi Friends: 24 Cute Animals to Crochet Month-By-Month
by Andreia Ferreira

A fun collection of 24 amigurumi friend couples to crochet throughout the year. A Year of Amigurumi Friends is a book of crochet patterns featuring loveable animal character duos representing each month of the year. Inspired by seasonal activities, holidays, and events, readers and makers will have their hands busy all year long. You can follow along with the stories and characters as you enjoy a year of making with these crochet amigurumi patterns. The character designs feature different construction techniques, colour changes, textured stitches, and all the main characters have cute accessories to make this an exciting pattern collection for amigurumi and crochet lovers. A Year of Amigurumi Friends features: - Crochet patterns for fun character duos and their cute accessories for a year of making. - Amigurumi makes based on events and themes for each month throughout the year including holidays and special occasions. - Step-by-step instructions for all the crochet techniques required including assembling and finishing the amigurumi toys.
A Year of Amigurumi Friends: 24 Cute Animals to Crochet Month-By-Month by Andreia Ferreira
Crochet Snails and Mushroom Sprites by Megan Lapp
Crochet Snails and Mushroom Sprites
by Megan Lapp

Mushroom Sprites and Snails are a delightful pairing, offering endless possibilities for crafting magical creatures. With Mushroom Sprites available in various sizes, limb options, and cap styles, and Snails in small, medium, and giant sizes with round or pointed shells, this book provides everything you need to create a whimsical duo. As a bonus, you'll find instructions for leashes, reins, and saddles that allow the Mushroom Sprites to take their Snails on adventures through meadows and forests.
Knitted Baby Blankets: 35 Patterns to Make: Beautiful Covers, Cute Comforters, Fun Playmats, and More
by Laura Strutt

Knit 35 GORGEOUS and COLORFUL baby blankets, whether for your own little one or to give as cherished gifts. Features patterns for the NURSERY, TRAVEL, and PLAY, from a newborn cocoon to a lightweight shawl and a tactile bobble blanket. From the first car journey to an outing in a stroller, a knitted blanket will accompany a baby wherever they go. Laura Strutt has designed a teddy bear travel blanket that cleverly folds away into a pillow and a hooded wrap for keeping cozy in a sling. For the nursery there is a soft crib cover and an overalls-style sleeping bag in breathable merino wool-perfect for a peaceful night's rest. For playtime, there's a cotton-backed blanket that can double up as a rug to take out and about and a tiny comforter blanket guaranteed to become their closest companion. With beautiful yarns, stunning designs, and a handy guide to all the techniques you'll need, there is a blanket here ready for you to make and for the new arrival to treasure for years to come.
Knitted Baby Blankets: 35 Patterns to Make: Beautiful Covers, Cute Comforters, Fun Playmats, and More by Laura Strutt
Swatch Critters from the Pin Loom : Step-by-step instructions for making 30 cuddly animals from woven squares by Deb Essen
Swatch Critters from the Pin Loom : Step-by-step instructions for making 30 cuddly animals from woven squares
by Deb Essen

"Learn how to transform woven squares into a charming collection of stuffed animals with this fun and accessible project book"
ENJOY THESE FABULOUS FEBRUARY PROGRAMS!
 
This is a three-part series with the Southern Music Research Center. 2/18 there will be a quilting session at the Riley Center and that night, a music event at the High Dive Lounge. Check out the events at https://www.facebook.com/southernmusicresearch/
 
 
Hoover Public Library
200 Municipal Dr., Hoover, Alabama 35216
205-444-7800

www.hooverlibrary.org/