A new online program available through Pasco County libraries, offers tutorials to help people explore their creativity.
Creativebug, introduced in November, walks patrons through video tutorials on trying out such activities as crafts, sewing, quilting, knitting, home décor and jewelry.
“We love Creativebug, our newest database, on our website,” said Angelo Liranzo of Pasco County Libraries. “[It’s] very easy to use and our patrons are really taking to it.”
So far, knitting and crocheting seem to be the most popular online courses, Liranzo said.
The Pasco library system’s newest online feature offers an online blog, giving users an opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas with one another.
The Creativebug home page offers various categories for patrons to choose from.
But, there also is a search engine that allows patrons to seek specific tutorials. The search engine also allows users to select the instructor they prefer.
The online program provides an alternative to in-person sessions that are scheduled at a specific time, Liranzo said.
Creativebug can be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“It’s just one of the ways that we want to put information in peoples’ hands,” Liranzo said. “It’s very easy to use, self-explanatory. The video instruction is very clear.”
The site has courses for beginners, intermediates and experts on particular subjects. There are categories for all age groups, too.
For children, for example, there are tutorials to create holiday-oriented crafts, drawings, paintings and costumes.
Those unable to finish a course can download a transcript that provides step-by-step instructions and lists the materials that are needed.
The program can be used at the library, but also can be accessed at home, Liranzo said.
For patrons, their library card number can be used at the library or at home. There is also a subscription plan available for those who don’t have a library card.
To learn more about Creativebug and other library programs, visit PascoLibraries.org.
Published January 08, 2020
