Learning to Craft in Bolingbrook, IL

Crafters never tire of learning new techniques or finding new inspirations. Here in Bolingbrook, IL there are many opportunities to learn to design a better jewelry set, sew the perfect dress, build a safer deck, or any number of skills. Local retailers and the Internet offer classes on a variety of craft disciplines.

Michaels

119 S. Weber Road
Country Aire Plaza II
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(630) 378-1675

Michaels is one of two true craft stores in Bolingbrook. They carry a decent selection of supplies for a variety of activities including yarn and needle crafts, cake decorating, scrapbooking, jewelry making, wood working, etc. Even more importantly, Michaels features a class/party room for crafting classes and birthday parties. The class offering frequently include Wilton® cake decorating and scrapbooking, as well as seasonal activities (holiday related usually). They even offer children's crafting parties. Check their website or call for current offerings- not just in Bolingbrook, but in your town too!

Hobby Lobby
363-A N. Weber Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 378-9432

Hobby Lobby is the second craft store in Bolingbrook. Like Michaels, they cover a huge assortment of activities and supplies, plus they have fabric by the yard. Their classes at present are for the artists out there. However, if painting is not your choice, definitely remember Hobby Lobby for your crafting supplies.

The Internet (no hyperlink required!)

If you still haven't found the instruction you were yearning for from these two sources, then try searching the ultimate how-to guide available: the Internet. You Tube, Instructables, wikiHow, and many other sites too numerous to list here can guide you through perfecting your cable stitch, using marshmallow fondant to decorate a cake, or even adding a stylish d.i.y. paint scheme to your walls. These sources could possibly be even more valuable as you can view them at your leisure and are always readily available regardless of location.

Finding a new craft hobby or learning new aspects of an art for you already enjoy can be a rewarding experience. Check with local retailers, community centers, and public libraries to find a class that suits your needs. If all else fails, or if your craft is so obscure that classes are not readily available, try the Internet. Crafting in Bolingbrook, IL, is alive and well as evidenced by the numerous craft shows seen in town year around; why not get in on the act?

Now go forth, learn, build, and decorate. Above all else, have fun!