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PGC Fine Craft Fairs

Fine Craft Fair – 2025 Summer Fine Craft Fair at the Foundry 48

For our Summer Fine Craft Fair, we move into the beautiful, climate-controlled, easy-to-access Foundry 48 Event Center in Lititz, PA. Located in beautiful Lancaster County and situated just off PA Rt. 501 N, this event will draw customers from Lancaster, Lititz, Reading, Chester, and regional cities such as Philadelphia & Baltimore.

Fine Craft Fair – 2025 Fall Fine Craft Fair at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

Known locally as the “Oaks Expo,” this convention and exhibition center in Oaks, PA, is located in the center of suburban Philadelphia, attracting locals from Montgomery County and Chester County, PA, as well as New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. The Fine Craft Fair is open to artists from across the country working in both Fine Art...

Upcoming Local Chapter Events

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

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 […]

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! Location: PA Guild of Craftsmen (PGC), 335 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA, 2nd Floor  (In person and via Zoom). Description: This workshop is specially designed for craftspeople who want to start a craft business or ensure their current business is […]

Upcoming Workshops

  • Stained Glass Snowflakes
     2024-12-15
     9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner During this one-day workshop, stained glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will share his techniques for creating “snowflakes” from stained glass. Dan will help you through each of the steps from selecting materials, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the pieces, soldering, and finishing. Participants will be able …

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  • Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting
     2024-12-15
     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 – December 15Read More »

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  • Snowflake Gelli Printing
     2024-12-15
     1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Lisa Stuckey Skill Level: Beginner Gelli Printing is a form of monoprinting in which acrylic paints are applied to flexible printing plates of gelatin using a brayer. In this winter snowflake printing workshop, participants will create 6-point snowflakes from paper to use as stencils that mask out areas of the painted gelli plate. Prints are …

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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

  • Flameworked Glass Icicles
     2024-12-15
     2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill level: Beginner Create your own dazzling glass icicle ornaments in this hands-on class! You’ll dive into the art of working with Borosilicate and Frit glass, shaping beautiful, one-of-a-kind icicles to decorate your home or give as gifts.  Jessica will guide you through the basics, ensuring you leave with both new skills …

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Flameworked Glass Icicles – December 15Read More »

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  • Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads
     2024-12-17
     6:30 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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Beginning Flameworked Glass Beads – December 17Read More »

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  • Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Forming, & Roll Printing
     2024-12-19
     6:30 pm - 9:00 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! Local jeweler and glass artisan, Jessica Keemer, will show students ways to transform sterling silver sheet metal and wire through roll printing, forming, and soldering to create a pendant …

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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Forming, & Roll Printing – December 19Read More »

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  • Flameworked Glass Icicles
     2024-12-20
     6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill level: Beginner Create your own dazzling glass icicle ornaments in this hands-on class! You’ll dive into the art of working with Borosilicate and Frit glass, shaping beautiful, one-of-a-kind icicles to decorate your home or give as gifts.  Jessica will guide you through the basics, ensuring you leave with both new skills …

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Flameworked Glass Icicles – December 20Read More »

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  • Snowflake Gelli Printing
     2024-12-21
     9:00 am - 11:00 am

Instructor: Lisa Stuckey Skill Level: Beginner Gelli Printing is a form of monoprinting in which acrylic paints are applied to flexible printing plates of gelatin using a brayer. In this winter snowflake printing workshop, participants will create 6-point snowflakes from paper to use as stencils that mask out areas of the painted gelli plate. Prints are …

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Snowflake Gelli Printing – December 21Read More »

Workshop Teachers

  • 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

  • Metalsmithing Basics: Handmade Jewelry for the Holidays
     2024-12-21
     10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Discover the art of metalsmithing in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Explore fundamental techniques and learn to transform sheet metal into stunning, handcrafted jewelry pieces that make perfect holiday gifts. Under expert guidance, students will practice soldering with an acetylene torch, texturizing with metal stamps and planishing hammers, …

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Metalsmithing Basics: Handmade Jewelry for the Holidays – December 21Read More »

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  • Layered Macramé Wall Hangings
     2024-12-21
     12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Instructor: Lindsey Sansoni Skill Level: Beginner In our Layered Macramé Wall Hanging Class, you’ll learn how to craft intricate, multi-dimensional pieces that bring texture and warmth to any space. Perfect for both beginners and experienced macramé enthusiasts, this class will guide you through the process of designing and creating a beautiful, layered wall hanging from …

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Layered Macramé Wall Hangings – December 21Read More »

Workshop Teachers

  • Lindsey Sansoni
    Born & raised in Harrisburg PA, Lindsey Sansoni was re-introduced to macrame during the pandemic and hasn't put it down since. Sharing her love of the craft with others has become a passion of hers and now full-time job. Lindsey has been teaching macrame classes every month since March 2021. She's taught over 200 students how to create various projects. Her mission at Why Knot is to cultivate a welcoming environment for diverse learners, from novices to seasoned creators.  http://www.whyknotpa.com


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