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 2025 Spring Fine Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 9 AM – 3 PM
Renninger’s Farmer’s Market, Kutztown, PA (Outside under the Pavilion – Rain or Shine!) Artisan applications open until April 14, 2025 Apply Today! Join us for a delightful day of fine art and craftsmanship at the Reading-Berks Spring Fine Art &...
2025 Bucks Guild of Craftsmen- Member Showcase and Sale
We are delighted to promote the opportunity for our members to showcase their work to the public. The inaugural 2025 members’ show and sale at AOY Art Center, in Yardley PA is an exciting opportunity to highlight the many talents of our members. We will be featuring the work of...
Haverford Guild of Craftsmen 2025 Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
The Haverford Guild of Craftsmen is now accepting applications for their 2025 Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show! This is an indoor juried event, featuring some of the finest arts and crafts in the Philadelphia area. HGC Fine Art & Craft Shows attract visitors from Philadelphia...
CALL FOR ARTISTS- 48th Annual Winter Craft Market, December 6, 2025
Upcoming Guild Events
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s Guild Store – First Fridays
Fine Craft as a Business: How to Launch a Craft Business from Ground Zero! – February 15
Fine Craft as a Business: How to Launch a Craft Business from Ground Zero! – February 15
Upcoming Workshops
Upcoming Events
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Flameworked Glass Cactus
2025-03-18
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner In this class, students will learn the art of flame-working glass to create beautiful and unique cactus sculptures. Students will start by learning the basic techniques of flame-working, including safety procedures, tool handling, and glass shaping. They will then move on to creating a cactus sculpture using these techniques. …
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Flameworked Glass Cactus – March 18Read More »
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Upcoming Handcrafted Silver Chainmaking: Forge, Solder, and Design Your Own Bracelet – March 19 & 26
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Handcrafted Silver Chainmaking: Forge, Solder, and Design Your Own Bracelet - Day 1
2025-03-19
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Handcrafted Silver Chainmaking: Forge, Solder, and Design Your Own Bracelet - Day 2
2025-03-26
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the art of chainmaking by creating their very own hand-forged silver link bracelet. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor with over 35 years in the craft, you’ll master essential techniques such as forging, bending, and soldering to form seamless links that …
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Introduction to Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom
2025-03-22
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. …
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Introduction to Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom – March 22Read More »
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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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Fused Glass Coral Bowls
2025-03-22
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner In this 3 hour class, students will learn how to cut glass and assemble the cut pieces into a coral bowl or a nesting bowl! The finished bowls average 6 inches in height and 8 inches in width. The bowls will be fired at Kathleen’s studio and returned to …
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Fused Glass Coral Bowls – March 22Read More »
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Nantucket Baskets - Day 1
2025-03-23
9:00 am - 1:00 pm -
Nantucket Baskets - Day 2
2025-03-30
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Some basket weaving experience is preferred but not required This workshop will include the use of all necessary tools, mold, cane, and reed to complete a Nantucket basket ready for finishing. The mold size will be between 3 and 5 inches with a solid cherry rim and base. It is …
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Nantucket Baskets – March 23 & 30Read More »
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Stained Glass Butterflies
2025-03-23
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner During this half-day workshop, you will create a stained glass butterfly. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. You will be guided through each of the steps from selecting materials, cutting the pieces, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, …
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Stained Glass Butterflies – March 23Read More »
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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting
2025-03-23
10:30 am - 1:00 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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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting – March 23Read More »
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Nantucket Baskets - Day 1
2025-03-23
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm -
Nantucket Baskets - Day 2
2025-03-30
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Some basket weaving experience is preferred but not required This workshop will include the use of all necessary tools, mold, cane, and reed to complete a Nantucket basket ready for finishing. The mold size will be between 3 and 5 inches with a solid cherry rim and base. It is …
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Nantucket Baskets – March 23 & 30Read More »
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Stained Glass Butterflies
2025-03-23
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner During this half-day workshop, you will create a stained glass butterfly. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. You will be guided through each of the steps from selecting materials, cutting the pieces, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, …
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Stained Glass Butterflies – March 23Read More »
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
2025-03-23
2:00 pm - 6:00 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 …
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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads – March 23Read More »
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Fine Craft As A Business
Upcoming Events
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Fine Craft as a Business: The Art Fair Experience
2025-04-05
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Fine Craft as a Business: The Art Fair Experience Location: PA Guild of Craftsmen (PGC), 335 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA, 2nd Floor (In person and via Zoom). Description: This class offers essential strategies for succeeding in the competitive world of fine art and craft fairs. In the morning, beginners will learn about booth design, …
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Fine Craft as a Business: The Art Fair Experience – April 5Read More »