PGC Fine Craft Fairs

Fine Craft Fair – Spring Rittenhouse Square, May 12-14, 2023

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen showcases American-made Fine Craft in the heart of Philadelphia’s historic Rittenhouse Square. It is a thriving, walkable area of the city, alive with restaurants, offices, high-income residents, businesses, museums, and universities. This highly attended show draws customers from Philadelphia, its surrounding suburbs, as well as New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Show attendance also benefits from being in a high tourist attended area of the city.
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Fine Craft Fair – Summer Ludwig’s Corner, June 24-25, 2023

We are thrilled to announce our second year at this outdoor venue in the picturesque countryside of Chester County. This easy-to-access location, just 5 miles from the PA Turnpike Downingtown exit offers a serene setting for our 100+ artists and ample parking for our guests. This event draws from the City of Philadelphia and its affluent suburbs, and the rapidly growing southeastern PA area. Patrons should plan to spend the day shopping for cutting-edge, contemporary fine craft including jewelry, functional and decorative pottery, men’s and women’s wearables, and upscale home furnishings while enjoying a myriad of options from our food truck court.
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Fine Craft Fair – Summer Chase Center on the Riverfront, July 29-30, 2023

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen showcases American-made Fine Craft in the beautiful, climate-controlled, easy-to-access, Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, DE. This highly attended show draws customers from Wilmington, Philadelphia, its surrounding suburbs, as well as New Jersey, and Maryland.
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Fine Craft Fair – Fall Rittenhouse Square, October 13-15, 2023

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen showcases American-made Fine Craft in the heart of Philadelphia’s historic Rittenhouse Square. It is a thriving, walkable area of the city, alive with restaurants, offices, high-income residents, businesses, museums, and universities. This highly attended show draws customers from Philadelphia, its surrounding suburbs, as well as New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Show attendance also benefits from being in a high tourist attended area of the city.
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Upcoming Local Chapter Events

Yellow Breeches: The 35th Annual Foundry Day Arts & Crafts Festival – June 3, 2023

Now Accepting Applications through March 1
Date: June 3, 2023The 35th Annual Foundry Day Arts & Crafts Festival, held in Boiling Springs, PA (Cumberland County) is seeking craftsmen applications for its popular one day show...
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Call for Artisans – Pocono State Craft Festival 2023

Now in its 28th year, the Pocono State Craft Festival has long been a favorite of artisans who return year after year. Craftspeople give it great reviews for its friendly atmosphere and great organization.Apply to this year’s show today: online at
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Haverford: 2023 Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show

Applications are open from now until June 20, 2023
Location: Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center (CREC) at 9000 Parkview Drive, Haverford, PA 19041Date: November 11 & 12, 2023Time: 10AM to 5PM both daysCost: (10x10) $315Link to Apply: https://www.entrythingy.com/d=haverfordguild.org#dashboardThe Haverford...
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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 […]
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Upcoming Workshops

Upcoming Events

  • Glass Blown Hanging Plant Holder
     2023-07-08
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner This workshop will involve students bringing life to their curiosity of flameworked glass art and being guided through actively creating their own one-of-a-kind holders for air plants of their choice. The process will depict decoration methods using clear and colored glass, melting and forming the vessel with a torch Continue reading

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  • Mushroom Garden Stakes
     2023-07-08
     1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Karen Peiffer Skill Level: Beginner In this new class, students will learn how to make beautiful and unique ceramic mushroom garden stakes that can be used to add a touch of whimsy to your outdoor space. This class is suitable for beginners and those with some experience in ceramics. Students will be provided with all Continue reading

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  • Make a Glass Cactus
     2023-07-09
     1:00 pm - 4:00 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. Continue reading

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  • Date Night: Introduction to Glassblowing
     2023-07-11
     6:00 pm - 8:00 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. About the Instructor: In life, the Continue reading

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  • Gnome Wind Chimes
     2023-07-12
     5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Instructor: Karen Peiffer Skill Level: Beginner Create whimsical & charming ceramic gnome wind chimes for your patio or porch in this new class! Students will be provided with all the necessary materials, including clay, tools, and a variety of glazes to choose from. Step-by-step instructions will be provided by the instructor. The gnome wind chimes will Continue reading

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  • Chainmaille Bracelets
     2023-07-12
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to make a unique chainmaille bracelet at Our Town Brewery in this new class! Students will use colorful anodized aluminum jump rings to create their bracelets. This easy craft can be done anywhere with minimal tools and supplies needed. Perfect for a date night! All materials are Continue reading

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  • Make a Tote Bag
     2023-07-15
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: William Jefferies Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate; must have some level of experience using a sewing machine. In this class, students will learn to sew a lined tote bag with pockets that you can take with you to the market, beach, or wherever your heart desires. Each student will be provided with class materials and will have Continue reading

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  • William Jefferies
    Hello there! My name is William and my obsession with the fashion industry started in 10th grade when I first learned screen printing and I began making t-shirts for family and friends. After high school, I embarked on a mission to gain further knowledge about the fashion industry attending Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts(AiYork) and the Art Institute of Philadelphia, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design.

  • Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
     2023-07-15
     10:30 am - 1:00 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 Continue reading

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  • Japanese Stab Binding
     2023-07-15
     1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Lauren Koch Skill Level: All skill levels Japanese stab binding is a durable book structure known for its decorative hand-sewn spine. This style of binding can accommodate signatures or loose sheets of paper, making it a great book structure for artists and printmakers. During this 2 hour workshop, each student will create their own Continue reading

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  • Lauren Koch
    Lauren G. Koch is an internationally exhibiting, interdisciplinary artist and musician. She is originally from Georgia with strong roots in Appalachia; however, she has been based out of Maryland since 2017. Lauren received her MFA from the University of Maryland in the midst of the 2020 COVID lockdown. When she is not teaching printmaking, sculpture, watercolor, and creative mindfulness workshops in the DC area, she is supporting art non-profits as a graphic designer and marketing manager. Lauren's work is strongly influenced by her heritage, drawing from fleeting personal experiences and remnants of collective memory.

  • Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting
     2023-07-15
     2:00 pm - 5:00 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. All materials are Continue reading

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