This text teaches readers how to locate library resources to bring their creative ideas to fruition. The author shares her hunting and gathering tips with creatives of all types, informing on how to access inspiring resources online and in person, such as historic watermarks and millinery instructions or Japanese family crests, both online and in person. She also showcases the work of artists who have collaborated with her.

Includes index. "Featuring 20+ projects from celebrated designers who love the library"--Cover.

Foreword / Ann Thornton -- Introduction -- Finding inspiration at the library. Different kinds of library collections ; Finding the right library for you ; Planning your library visit ; Finding what you want at the library ; The world of digital libraries ; Recommended library collections ; A copyright primer -- Projects inspired by the library -- Appendix.