PGC Fine Craft Fairs
We are excited to announce that the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen (PGC), in conjunction with our sister organization, Pennsylvania Designer Craftsmen (PDC), is rebooting the way we do fine craft fairs. For more information, click here.
Fine Craft Fair – 2024 Summer Fine Craft Fair at the Foundry 48
Fine Craft Fair – Fall Fine Craft Fair at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Upcoming Local Chapter Events
Reading-Berks – Spring Fine Art & Craft Festival Saturday, May 4, 2024
Application Deadline: April 15th
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM Location: Renninger’s Farmer’s Market, Outside under the Pavilion 740 Noble Street Kutztown, Pennsylvania 19530 Download an Application Here There is no application fee. Applications are open till April 15th. For more information, visit the website here: https://rbcrafts.org/festivals/first-saturdays/ We’re gearing up...
Call for Artists – Haverford 2024 Spring Art & Fine Craft Show
Rolling Jury Application Deadline: April 20th
The Haverford Guild of Craftsmen is now accepting applications for their 2024 Spring 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...
Central PA – Winter Craft Market Application Deadline: July 31
CALL FOR ARTISTS - 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...Upcoming Guild Events
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s Guild Store – First Fridays
Fine Craft as a Business – Your Craft Show Experience: From Application to Exhibition to “I DID IT!” – February 24
Upcoming Workshops
Upcoming Events
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Bead Fest: Intermediate Flameworked Glass Beads
2024-08-03
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Intermediate Elevate your flame-working skills to new heights in this Intermediate-level class tailored for adults with some prior experience in creating glass beads. This workshop delves deeper into the art of shaping molten glass, offering a rich exploration of advanced techniques, design principles, and the intricacies of working with borosilicate Continue reading
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Date Night: Glassblowing
2024-08-07
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Michael Peluso Skill Level: Beginner Join us for this fun date night class! Come knowing nothing, and leave with lots of knowledge and your own creations. Shot glass and a bud vase are some examples of what can be made in this workshop. No prior experience is required. All materials are included in the Continue reading
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Introduction to Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom
2024-08-10
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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Stone Setting: Flush Setting & Prong Setting
2024-08-31
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Sara Gallo Skill Level: Intermediate Learn how to flush set faceted round gemstones into a sterling silver band ring and prong set a lab-grown opal cabochon! Complete two beautiful sterling silver rings and have the opportunity to learn how to create a custom burnishing tool that is perfect for a flush setting. In addition, Continue reading
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Sara Gallo
Sara Gallo is an artist, jeweler, and CAD designer based in Lancaster, PA. She earned her BFA and BSE from Millersville University and MFA with a concentration in Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM from Tyler School of Art at Temple University. Sara exhibited in the prestigious PMA craft show in 2011 and 2016. She currently works part-time as a custom jeweler, teaches with the PA Guild, and is a stay-at-home mom to her two kids.
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Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 1
2024-09-08
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Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 2
2024-09-21
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Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 3
2024-09-22
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Intermediate – Participants should have completed several stained glass projects (e.g., panels, butterflies, snowflakes) and be familiar with the basic cutting, breaking, foiling, and soldering skills. Stained Glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will help participants develop the skills and confidence to design and create stained glass art that represents your Continue reading
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Stained Glass Open Studio
2024-09-08
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Stained Glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward Skill Level: Participants should have completed at least one beginner stained glass panel project (may be with any instructor/venue) and have a desire to improve skills or take on more complex projects. Description: The Stained Glass Open Studio is open to anyone who has worked in glass, who Continue reading
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Design Your Own Engagement Ring
2024-09-21
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Sara Gallo Skill Level: Beginner Students will learn about the 4Cs of diamond grading and the best gemstones for everyday wear. We will look at real examples of various stone setting styles, and traditional and non-traditional engagement rings, and create an engagement ring design detailing accurate measurements and gem placement. Students are encouraged to bring Continue reading
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Sara Gallo
Sara Gallo is an artist, jeweler, and CAD designer based in Lancaster, PA. She earned her BFA and BSE from Millersville University and MFA with a concentration in Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM from Tyler School of Art at Temple University. Sara exhibited in the prestigious PMA craft show in 2011 and 2016. She currently works part-time as a custom jeweler, teaches with the PA Guild, and is a stay-at-home mom to her two kids.
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Pumpkin Gourds
2024-09-21
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Jeffrey McCombie Skill Level: Beginner Description: In this class, students will be introduced to the unique craft of gourding through the creation of a simple, but beautiful pumpkin. To create your unique pumpkin we will focus on elements of design and color. After selecting your gourd, you will learn proper cleaning, sanding, and leveling techniques Continue reading
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Eucalyptus Magic
2024-10-05
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Carol Reed Skill Level: Beginner Join us to naturally dye a one-of-a-kind scarf. We’ll use fresh eucalyptus leaves to create a unique pattern on a 14” x 72” silk or wool gauze scarf. Through the magic of eco-dyeing, the leaves impart their color to the cloth. In the first session, you’ll put your scarves Continue reading
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Making Botanical Ink
2024-10-05
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Carol Reed Skill Level: Beginner Create ink using plants and iron. We’ll create two inks, one gray/black from nuts or sumac and iron and a clear yellow from marigolds or turmeric. While the ink is cooking, you’ll create a sketchbook with drawings and watercolor paper to practice your penmanship with when the ink is Continue reading