All Events and Workshops

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

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 – 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...

Chester County Craft Guild 2023 Holiday Fine Craft Fair

December 9th & 10th

Call for Artists – Applications close October 1st. Apply on EntryThingy here. Location: Ludwig's Corner Fire Hall, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343 Times: Saturday, 10am to 4pm; Sunday, 11am to 4pm This is a 2-day indoor show in beautiful Chester county. This is a juried...

4th Annual SVC Mall HOLIDAY Shop

Date: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Black Friday through Christmas Eve Times: Mall Hours (check susquehannavalleymall.com ) Location: One Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive, Selinsgrove, PA 17870 Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself and loved ones from local artisans! The storefront will be open during...

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 […]

Sold Out Stained Glass Open Studio – February 17

Stained Glass Open Studio
2024-02-17
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

Workshop Teachers

Dan Hayward

Upcoming Spinning Fiber into Yarn – February 17

Spinning Fiber into Yarn
2024-02-17
10:00 am - 3:30 pm

Instructor: Margery and Chris Erickson Skill Level: Beginner/Novice This is an introduction to spinning fiber into yarn using prepared wool. The focus is to learn the skills needed to spin fiber on a spinning wheel. Additional information will include the use of a drop spindle and some historical background on spinning. Additional practice beyond class Continue reading

Workshop Teachers

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.

Upcoming Fused Glass Fish Mobile or Suncatcher – February 17

Fused Glass Fish Mobile or Suncatcher
2024-02-17
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner Join us for an exciting and creative adult workshop where you will have the opportunity to design and craft your very own Fused Glass Fish Mobile or Sun Catcher. This captivating hanging design measures 13 inches wide by 10 inches tall and is comprised of 29 beautifully designed triangular Continue reading

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Kathleen Forney

Upcoming Gold & Silver Stacking Rings – February 24

Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
2024-02-24
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

Workshop Teachers

Jessica Keemer

Upcoming Needle Felted Spring Chick – February 24

Needle Felted Spring Chick
2024-02-24
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Lisa Haldeman Skill Level: Beginner Learn to make an adorable Spring Chick with a needle, foam, and some wool! All materials are provided, including a foam felting pad and two felting needles. No experience is necessary; local fiber artist and instructor Lisa Haldeman will walk you through this fun and easy craft step by step! This Continue reading

Workshop Teachers

Lisa Haldeman

Upcoming Introduction to Blacksmithing: Pre-College Classes Grades 10-12 – March 2

Introduction to Blacksmithing: Pre-College Classes Grades 10-12
2024-03-02
8:00 am - 10:00 am

Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the ancient art of blacksmithing in this engaging and hands-on workshop designed specifically for high school students. This introductory course provides a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the world of metalworking, where they will learn the fundamental skills of forging, shaping, and creating functional items using traditional Continue reading

Workshop Teachers

Nicholas Tucci

Upcoming Turn a Pen: Pre-College Grades 9-12 – March 2

Turn a Pen: Pre-College Grades 9-12
2024-03-02
9:30 am - 11:30 am

Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Learn to turn a pen using a lathe in this two-hour workshop! Students will choose an interesting wooden blank and a pen kit to complete a unique and functional pen. Students will learn to safely use a lathe and roughing gouge to shape the wood blank for the pen Continue reading