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  Oops! Did we say nail art? 

We meant nail polish art or better yet known as water marble art. 

We know.

Sounds real fancy BUT super easy to do!

Similar to decoupage, it's a simple way to update your home decor without spending a ton of money. 

It works on just about any smooth surface from glass and metal to wood.

You can use it to make art prints or enhance decorative objects like mugs and vases.

Just be sure to craft near an open window. Nail polish stinks!

So without further ado, we present to you the art of marbling. 

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It is another installment of DPPL's Move & Groove Tuesday.

Each week look for a new fun way to get moving around Des Plaines.

We'll post them on DPPL's Facebook and Instagram pages and here on the blog. 

Continue Reading "Desert Obstacle Course at Central School" →

The library was always open but now the LOBBY is open. Baby steps. 

You are invited to a soirée!

That's a fancy word for party. 

But not just any party.

A party with your finest jewels and clothe-

Huh? You can't find your prized locket?!

Hmm, could it be buried underneath all those earrings and bracelets?

Sometimes, we have more jewelry than we can keep track of.

SO it's time to get organized! 

Today, we're going to craft a "hand-held" jewelry holder. 

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It is another installment of DPPL's Move & Groove Tuesday.

Each week look for a new fun way to get moving around Des Plaines.

We'll post them on DPPL's Facebook and Instagram pages and here on the blog. 

Continue Reading "Groovy Shoes Obstacle Course at South School" →