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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...

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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 […]

Fine Craft as a Business: How to Launch a Craft Business from Ground Zero! – February 15

    Fine Craft as a Business: The Art Fair Experience Location: PA Guild of Craftsmen (PGC), 335 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA, 2nd Floor  (In person and via Zoom). Description: This class offers essential strategies for succeeding in the competitive world of fine art and craft fairs. In the morning, beginners will learn about […]

Upcoming Workshops

  • Introduction to Blacksmithing
     2025-04-12
     8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the ancient art of blacksmithing in this engaging and hands-on workshop! This introductory class 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 blacksmithing techniques. Students will learn how …

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  • Wooly Trees
     2025-04-12
     9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Suzi Nonn Skill Level: Beginner/All Using felted wool fabric, learn to spin branches to create a wooly tree. Everything will be provided for the class. Students can have their choice of tree size. Students should be able to finish the 5 and 7-row trees. They will have the material to complete larger trees at …

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  • Garden Mosaic: Mosaic Stepping Stone - Day 1
     2025-04-12
     10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Garden Mosaic: Mosaic Stepping Stone - Day 2
     2025-04-13
     10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner/Novice and Intermediate Mosaic stepping stones are great addition to your garden! It can give colors even during the wintertime. This is an outdoor mosaic project, so you will learn about all the materials that are appropriate for exterior mosaics. For beginners, Aya suggests a simple abstract design like mandala. …

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  • Aya Kinoshita
    Aya Kinoshita is a mosaic artist living in Lancaster, PA. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. She has enjoyed working with visual and performing artists and also researching and teaching about art management and cultural anthropology. Since 2016, she has been making mosaics and made multiple mosaic murals for Penn State Medical Centers in and around Lancaster. https://ayatrapeze.wixsite.com/mosaics

  • Introduction to Blacksmithing
     2025-04-12
     1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Instructor: Nicholas Tucci Skill Level: Beginner Unlock the ancient art of blacksmithing in this engaging and hands-on workshop! This introductory class 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 blacksmithing techniques. Students will learn how …

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  • Needle Felted Highland Cow
     2025-04-12
     1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: Lisa Haldeman Skill Level: Beginner Spend an afternoon crafting an adorable Needle Felted Highland Cow! No prior experience is required; Lisa will guide you every step of the way. All the necessary supplies will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm. Join us for a fun-filled workshop where you’ll learn …

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  • Designing Gourds with "Ball & Chain"
     2025-04-13
     10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Instructor: Suzi Nonn Skill Level: Beginner/All Join us for an all-day class dedicated to exploring the captivating art of “ball and chain.” Under the guidance of our skilled instructor, you will create a unique piece using an eight-inch gourd as your canvas. This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters looking to expand …

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  • Resin on Glass Workshop: Create Your Own “Ocean Heart”
     2025-04-26
     11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Elena Lagana Skill Level: Beginner In this hands-on class, you’ll design and create a stunning Ocean Heart on a 10”x12” framed glass. Using a variety of materials such as crushed mirror glass, glass gems, mother-of-pearl accents, natural shells, and more, you’ll craft a unique and personalized piece. Feel free to bring your own shells …

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  • Elena Lagana
    I teach epoxy resin, micro beads and epoxy sculpt jewelry making, and mosaics at local gift shops, Tamaqua Arts Center, and Gallery on the Square in Millersburg. My classes are tailored for students aged 5 and up, accommodating 10-12 participants per session. Depending on the project, classes are offered as one-day or two-day workshops, providing hands-on instruction and creative exploration. www.etsy.com/shop/elenasboutiquestudio FB page: Elena’s Boutique Studio 

  • Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
     2025-05-15
     6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner Discover the art of jewelry-making in this immersive workshop where you’ll create your own pair of handmade sterling silver hoop earrings! Perfect for beginners and those looking to build their metalworking skills, this class will cover essential techniques including sawing, filing, sanding, soldering, forging, and forming. Guided by a …

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