Threading Tales: Library Engagement Through StitchCraft​

Authors

• Jennie Tobler-Gaston, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow
• Marina Zendejas, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

10-16-2026

Abstract

StitchCraft began as a Crochet 101 session that fell short of its original goal but revealed a strong student desire for connection. In response, our academic library launched a weekly StitchCraft gathering that evolved into a sustained, student-driven community. This table talk explores how consistency, visibility, and student ownership transformed a one-time program into an ongoing outreach initiative, culminating in the distribution of 65 handmade winter items to campus community members.

Comments

This was a Table Talk presented at the 2026 NLA & MPLA Conference held in La Vista, Nebraska from October 14-16.  This table talk was presented on October 16 from 1:30pm CST to 3:15 CST. 

Recommended Citation

Tobler-Gaston, Jennie and Zendejas, Marina, "Threading Tales: Library Engagement Through StitchCraft​" (2026). Criss Library Faculty Proceedings & Presentations. 178.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/crisslibfacproc/178

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