It’s the cozy season—are you looking to refresh your yarn or sewing supplies? Donate your unwanted supplies to the reference desk at either the Williamsburg or James City County Libraries from Saturday, January 24 through Thursday, January 29. All donated supplies must be usable and in good condition. There is a one-box limit to donations, maximum size approximately 20”X16”X15” (about the size of a Medium Home Depot moving box, for reference.) All items must be related to yarn, needle, or fabric arts. 

The swap will run from 1:00-3:00 pm on January 31 in the Stryker Center. Donors of supplies will receive a ticket that will grant them exclusive entry to the swap between 1:00 and 1:15 pm. Doors will open to the general public at 1:15 pm and continue until the swap closes at 3 pm. 

We will have a one-bag limit per adult who attends the swap. (Examples include paper or plastic grocery bags and small to medium size reusable tote bags.) 4-gallon trash bags, large reusable bags (Ikea size), or anything bigger are not permitted. 

Suggested items: 

• Yarn 

• Fabric and felt 

• Knitting and crochet supplies (needles, hooks, stitch counters, etc) 

• Embroidery/needlework kits 

• Needlework supplies (hoops, floss, aida, hand needles, linen fabric, etc) 

• Sewing notions (thread, trim/binding, zippers, buttons, etc) 

• Patterns, including sewing, quilt, hand embroidery, knitting and crocheting 

We will not accept: 

• Sewing machines, embroidery machines, sergers, or irons—anything that plugs into a wall or requires batteries. 

• Donations that are visibly dirty, wet, or damaged. This includes containers donations are dropped off in. We do not want to invite dirt or critters into the library! 

• Donations with strong odors such as pets, mildew, garbage, or smoke. 

• Hazardous materials. Check with James City County, York County or the City of Williamsburg for proper disposal methods for these items. 

• Completed or partially-completed crafts. 

• Anything other than yarn or fabric arts-related craft supplies. No paints, jewelry making, cardstock, stamps, etc. please. 

• Books. Please donate them to the Friends of the Library carts!  

Unused supplies may be used for future library programs or donated elsewhere.