Fall Programs for Teens (2)

 I know that Summer Reading is just starting or has already started, but planning doesn't always take a back seat just because it's the busy season. So I thought I'd attempt to help and toss out a few ideas for fall - all from pinterest. Here are some fun looking accessories! 

Back to School Fashion - Duct Tape Bracelets

No tangles here

Washi Tape Photo Frames - for all your fave summer photos

For stressed or bored teens- coloring is relaxing

Teen Duct Tape Programs:

Here are a few programs for teens that would be fun in the library -all found on Pinterest.

As art

Bow Tie

Necklace

Plant Holder

Corsage

Review: Stick It!

Do you love duct tape or know someone who dies? This is the perfect book for them. There's 99 things they can make with duct tape - obviously more if you use the patterns and your own creativity.

At the library I've previously make Duct Tape Beach Bags and Ties. Both were popular programs. This book brought ideas that seemed obvious, but I knew I would never have thought of them. Now, I can't wait to try them out.

Jewelry? Awesome - love it
Bookmark? - This librarian thinks that's wicked cool.
Cards? Super Cool
Belts? Neat- a great way to remain unique, but stylish.
Headbands, barrettes, cell phone case, coasters, photo frames, a mini chandelier...the list goes on and on. 

My Thoughts: I really like this book. There are a number of great ideas I will use both personally and professionally. I'll be making some gifts, hopefully some for Christmas, and I'll be using several for programs at the library. It's super creative! I love the layout. Each project has a 2 page spread with a photo combined with detailed directions and little sketches just in case you need them. 

Here's a peek at a cool project:

Great for crafty people, people interesting in fashion, or people who love duct tape!

Cover Thoughts: Creative and fabulous
Source: Sent for review

Library Craft: Duct Tape Ties

I found this online and posted it to Pinterest. It doesn't take long if you're used to working with Duct Tape. I did this two weeks ago with the teens at the library.

The instructions are here. I traced the tie with on paper and used that for the template.

Here are some of the ties created during the event:

Have you used Duct Tape with your teens? What sorts of projects do you do??