PGC Fine Craft Fairs
Fine Craft Fair – 2025 Summer Fine Craft Fair at the Foundry 48
Fine Craft Fair – 2025 Fall Fine Craft Fair at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Upcoming Local Chapter Events
Reading-Berks Guild of Craftsmen’s 74th Annual Holiday Fine Art & Craft Festival
November 2 & 3, 2024
Saturday, November 2 from 9 AM to 5 PM Sunday, November 3 from 10AM to 3 PM
Kutztown University, O’Pake Fieldhouse South Campus Drive (Corner of Trexler Avenue and Baldy St.) Kutztown, PA 19530
Join us for a celebration of creativity featuring beautiful handcrafted traditional and...
Chester County Craft Guild 2024 Fine Art & Craft Fair
November 2 & 3, 2024
Saturday, November 2 from 10 AM to 4 PM Sunday, November 3 from 11AM to 4 PM
Chester County Art Association 100 N Bradford Avenue, West Chester, PA 19382
Shop for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself and your loved ones!
Haverford Guild of Craftsmen 2024 Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
Shop Small on November 9 & 10!
Location: Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center (CREC) at 9000 Parkview Drive, Haverford, PA 19041 Date: November 9th & 10th Time: 10AM to 5PM both days From 10AM to 5PM on November 9th & 10th, we will be at Haverford Community Recreation and...
Central PA – Winter Craft Market
47th Annual Winter Craft Market, December 7, 2024
Show Date: December 7, 2024 Time: 9am-6pm Venue Location: Nittany Valley Sports Centre CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST APPLICATION The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Central PA Chapter is pleased to announce the 2024 Winter Craft Market will be on December 7th. The artist...
Chester County Craft Guild 2024 Winter Fine Craft Fair
December 14 & 15, 2024
Saturday, December 14 from 10 AM to 4 PM Sunday, December 15 from 11AM to 4 PM
Ludwigs Corner Fire Hall 1325 Pottstown Pike Glenmoore, PA
Rt. 100 5 miles north of the turnpike. Don't miss this opportunity to buy your loved ones handcrafted holiday...Upcoming Guild Events
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s Guild Store – First Fridays
Upcoming Workshops
Upcoming Events
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Mosaic Pendants
2024-10-08
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Are you ready to get breaking? Let’s break some glass and make your original pendant! You can choose your base shape. Also there are a variety of glass colors and tiles to choose from. You will learn how to cut glass pieces and tiles with a pair of nippers Continue reading
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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
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
2024-10-08
6:30 pm - 9:00 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 Continue reading
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Resin Jewelry
2024-10-11
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk Skill Level: All Come explore the magic of resin and suspend dried, pressed botanicals forever in your very own handmade jewelry. Students will be using UV-curing resin and lights, provided by the studio. Each student will make 3-4 pieces with their choice of earrings, pendants, or keychains. Plenty of jewelry settings/bezels will Continue reading
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Cloisonné Enameling - Day 1
2024-10-12
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Cloisonné Enameling - Day 2
2024-10-13
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner Learn this ancient technique to make a beautifully finished piece of cloisonné jewelry. Students will learn to apply transparent vitreous enamel on fine silver. Techniques covered will be filing, heating the silver (flashing), doming, wire forming, wet packing, sifting, and grinding enamel, and kiln use. Beginner level is accepted, Continue reading
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Rug Hooked Bosc Pears
2024-10-12
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Juliana Kapusta Skill Level: Beginner The historic art of traditional hand-hooked rugs has been admired since colonial times. Like many art forms, hooked rugs were made out of necessity, utilizing scraps and upcycling. By pulling up one loop at a time, you can create a beautiful 6 and ¼” by 6 and ¼” heirloom Continue reading
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Introduction to Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom
2024-10-12
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Margery Erickson Skill Level: Beginner/Novice The class will start with an introduction to weaving terms, types of looms and various yarns. Participants will learn how to put yarn on a loom, practice various weaving techniques (hem stitching, leno lace, clasp weaving, Danish Medallions) and weave a wall hanging sampler or set of mug mats. Continue reading
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Margery Erickson
Margery Erickson received Master Artisan status with the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen in 1991. She specialized in hand weaving and wearable art. Other fiber interests include spinning yarn, crocheting, and knitting. Her formal education includes a degree in Social Science from Penn State and a Masters degree from Millersville University in Special Education.
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Origami Floral Arrangements
2024-10-12
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Amanda Church of Whimsical Folds Skill Level: Beginner Join me to learn the art of modular origami and make a fun floral arrangement. You can choose from a small vase or for a versatile choice you can turn your arrangement into a decorative tea light. All materials will be available at the class. There will Continue reading
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Amanda Church
I have loved crafts since I was young and always enjoyed paper crafts since it is a material easy to obtain and inexpensive. Having spent many years as a Bookkeeper, crafting has always been a good way to relax and unwind. Modular Origami is my main passion as the designs that can be produced are limitless. It is a way to spread joy with paper without words.
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Wheel Thrown Pottery
2024-10-12
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Instructor: Carlo Jury Skill Level: Beginner Have you ever wanted to learn how to throw clay? In this two-hour class, students will learn the skills necessary to throw bowls, cups, and cylinders. Each student will have the chance to make several pieces and choose from 2 house glazes to fire their work in. The first piece Continue reading
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Fall Botanical Gelli Printing
2024-10-13
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Lisa Stuckey Skill Level: Beginner “Gelli Joy” – Botanical Printmaking Gelli printing is a form of printmaking in which acrylic paints are applied to flexible printing plates of gelatin using a brayer. In this fun and playful workshop, you will use leaves, feathers, even weeds to create beautiful monoprints. We will discuss color, composition, and Continue reading
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Lisa Stuckey
Lisa Stuckey is an artist, educator, and life long learner with 25+ years of teaching experience. She has a B.S. in art education, and earned her Masters in Art Education while staying home to raise her family. Lisa has worked in a variety of places over the years which enabled her to continue growing as an artist. She's passionate about helping others unleash their creativity and encourages playful experimentation, fun, and JOY in her workshops. http://@lisastuckeyart
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Glass Flower Pendants
2024-10-15
6:30 pm - 9:00 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 Continue reading