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PGC Fine Craft Fairs

Fine Craft Fair – 2026 Summer Fine Craft Fair at the Foundry 48

We are excited to be returning with our Summer Fine Craft Fair to the beautiful, climate-controlled Foundry 48 Event Center in Lititz, PA, located in bucolic Lancaster County and situated just off PA Rt 501 N.

Fine Craft Fair – 2026 Fall Fine Craft Fair at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

PGC’s Fall Fine Craft Fair at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center will feature 70+ fine art and fine craft artists exhibiting cutting edge, contemporary and upscale home furnishings, jewelry and accoutrements.


Upcoming Local Chapter Events

Chester County Craft Guild – Call for Artists

The Chester County Craft Guild is now accepting applications for their 2026 Summer Fine Craft Fair on Saturday, June 13.

Time: 10am to 5PMLocation: 1 Scouting Way, Exton, PA 19341

This one-day show will be held in a new, modern facility with high...

Reading-Berks 2026 Spring Fine Art & Craft Festival

Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9 AM – 3 PM

Renninger’s Farmer’s Market, Kutztown, PA(Outside under the Pavilion – Rain or Shine!)

Join us for a delightful day of fine art and craftsmanship at the Reading-Berks Spring Fine Art & Craft Festival! Hosted by the Reading-Berks Guild of Craftsmen, this...

Upcoming Guild Events

Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s Guild Store – First Fridays

Every First Friday, the PA Guild of Craftsmen highlights some of the best art and fine craft our state has to offer. Located on the popular “300 Block of N. Queen St,” our Guild Store represents over 125 member artists from Lancaster County, PA, and beyond. Stop in and see what’s new, check out our […]


Upcoming Workshops

  • Glass Flower Pendants
     2026-02-13
     6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Create your own stunning glass flower pendant in this exciting hands-on workshop! Using vibrant borosilicate color rods, you’ll craft delicate and unique floral designs, perfect for wearing or gifting. By the end of the class, you’ll have 2-3 beautiful pieces to take home. No prior experience is necessary and all …

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  • Valentine’s Day Heart Mosaic
     2026-02-14
     10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making our own 3.5” heart mosaic! Mosaics are made of many pieces come together to create an image. You will break many glass pieces for a brand new and original heart! Making mosaics is such an interesting medium that you cannot create without breaking. No …

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  • Aya Kinoshita
    Aya Kinoshita is a mosaic artist living in Lancaster, PA. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. She has enjoyed working with visual and performing artists and also researching and teaching about art management and cultural anthropology. Since 2016, she has been making mosaics and made multiple mosaic murals for Penn State Medical Centers in and around Lancaster. https://ayatrapeze.wixsite.com/mosaics

  • Introduction to Flameworking: Glass Pendants
     2026-02-14
     10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Discover the art of flameworking glass in this beginner-friendly workshop designed to spark your creativity. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with a torch to shape and manipulate molten glass into beautiful and unique pendants! This class provides a hands-on introduction to the techniques and tools of glass …

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  • Illuminated Letter Fraktur
     2026-02-14
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Smucker-Beidler Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to use pen and ink to create an elaborate letter in the Fraktur style of the late 1700s. Participants will also have the option to grain-paint their own frame to fit their finished 8×10 piece. Perfect to give as a gift or keep as your own. All supplies …

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  • Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, & Stone Setting
     2026-02-14
     2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner In this workshop, students will learn fundamental metalsmithing techniques to help begin their journey of metalsmithing and creating bench-fabricated jewelry!  Learn ways to transform sheet metal through soldering with an Acetylene torch, texturizing with metal stamps and planishing hammers, and stone setting in this fun class. Students will have …

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  • Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
     2026-02-14
     6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make three stacking rings in this fun workshop! Students will learn how to size, form, solder, and finish two 14 k gold-filled bands and one sterling silver band. Techniques in texturizing metal and polishing will be covered in class. Students will leave with three beautiful rings that they can wear …

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  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 1
     2026-02-15
     9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 2
     2026-02-28
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 3
     2026-03-01
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Intermediate – Participants should have completed several stained glass projects (e.g., panels, butterflies, fish, hearts) and be familiar with the basic cutting, breaking, foiling, and soldering skills. Master Artisan Donna Lashof will help participants develop the skills and confidence to design and create stained glass art that represents your “Unique Voice” …

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  • Flameworking Glass Beads
     2026-02-15
     10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: All Skill Levels Come and explore the world of glass bead-making! From the time you learn to light the torch and melt the glass, you will be guided through a variety of techniques including how to create particular bead shapes such as round or donut shapes, cylinders, and bicones. Shop …

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  • Fused Glass Heart Bowl
     2026-02-15
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner In this class students will learn the basic technique of cutting glass, the various types of glass, and how to assemble that glass into a fused glass heart shaped bowl.  The project will be an approximate 8“heart shaped bowl with a depth of approximately 1 ½”. After the class, …

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  • Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
     2026-02-17
     6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the captivating world of flameworked glass bead making in this hands-on and engaging class designed for adults exploring this mesmerizing art form for the first time. Led by experienced instructor, Jessica Keemer, this course provides a unique opportunity to delve into the ancient craft of shaping glass with …

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