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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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

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...

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 […]

Upcoming Workshops

  • Christmas in July: Needle Felted Penguins
     2023-07-23
     1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Lisa Haldeman Skill Level: Beginner Join local Fiber Artist and Instructor, Lisa Haldeman to make a cute little Needle Felted Penguin that you can display year after year. No Experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided. This is always a fun class! Students must be at least 16 years old to participate. Continue reading

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  • Roll Printed Cuff Bracelets
     2023-07-24
     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!  Learn ways to transform sterling silver through roll printing, forming sheet metal and wire, stamping, and soldering in this new class. All materials are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Continue reading

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  • Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, and Stone Setting
     2023-07-27
     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!  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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  • Beginning Stained Glass - Day 1
     2023-07-29
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Beginning Stained Glass - Day 2
     2023-07-30
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of making stained glass! PA Guild of Craftsman Master Artisan Dan Hayward will introduce participants to the tools and techniques to create works in stained glass using the copper foil method.  The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used.  Everyone will practice cutting and breaking Continue reading

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  • Glass Suncatchers
     2023-07-29
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Learn how to create your own glass suncatchers through flameworking in this new class! Students in this workshop will be guided through the process of forming multiple glass suncatchers utilizing an interesting color palette and design options. The movement and nature of melting and shaping solid glass into a Continue reading

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  • Modular Origami Sunflowers
     2023-07-30
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Amanda Church of Whimsical Folds Skill Level: Beginner This is an introduction to Modular Origami, the art of folding and connecting paper modules.  You will learn how to fold and connect the individual pieces to form a sunflower magnet. The finished piece will be approximately 6″ high. A kit will be provided including enough pieces Continue reading


  • Leaded Glass - Day 1
     2023-08-05
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Leaded Glass - Day 2
     2023-08-06
     9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Intermediate – Prior stained glass experience required. Description:  PA Guild of Craftsman Master Artisan Dan Hayward will introduce participants to the techniques to create works in stained glass using the traditional lead-came method of assembly.  This is the method of construction typically used in large installations like churches. There are Continue reading

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  • Zentangle 101
     2023-08-05
     10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Instructor: Mary Rose Feldman Skill Level: Beginner Are you looking for an easy way to practice mindfulness? Are you often stressed and don’t know how to relax? Do you think you aren’t creative? Do you struggle with perfectionism and lose the joy of flow in your life? Are you curious about mindfulness but don’t know where to start? Have you Continue reading

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  • Tangled Wreath
     2023-08-05
     1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Mary Rose Feldman Skill Level: Beginner Create a gorgeous tangled wreath in this class! Using layering concepts, we will bring several new tangles into bloom and surround them with airy greenery. Our class project will be a variation of the one pictured, using similar principles and layout. All supplies will be available to use if you Continue reading

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  • Modular Origami Sunflowers
     2023-08-12
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Amanda Church of Whimsical Folds Skill Level: Beginner This is an introduction to Modular Origami, the art of folding and connecting paper modules.  You will learn how to fold and connect the individual pieces to form a sunflower magnet. The finished piece will be approximately 6″ high. A kit will be provided including enough pieces Continue reading



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