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

2023 Chester County Craft Guild Spring Fine Craft Fair – April 29-30

Dates: April 29, 2023 and April 30, 2023Time: 10:00AM – 4:00PMLocation: Covenant United Presbyterian Church – Covenant Community Life Center384 Lancaster Avenue, Malvern PA 19355Applications are to be done through EntryThingy and are due by March 4, 2023  https://www.entrythingy.com/d=chestercountycraftguild.org
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Reading-Berks: 2023 Spring Craft Show

Save the Date: Saturday, May 6th 2023
Location: Renninger’s Farmer’s MarketOutside under the Pavilion740 Noble Street, Kutztown, Pennsylvania 19530Time: 9am to 3pmJoin us rain or shine to shop from Juried Artisans! Free entry. To either apply as an artisan or for more information,...
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Haverford: Call for Artists! Now Accepting Late Applications for our Spring 2023 Art & Fine Craft Show!

We are now accepting late applications for all categories except Jewelry
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for our 2023 Spring Art & Fine Craft Show! We will be back at the CREC (Community Recreation and Environmental Center) in...
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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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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

  • used Glass Burst of Sun Wall Art
    2023-06-17
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner Make a fused glass ‘Burst of Sun’ wall or window art in this new class! The finished piece will measure 12″ x 12″. Kathleen will fire the piece at her home studio before returning it to the Guild for pick up. All materials are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Continue reading

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  • Beginning Stained Glass - Day 1
    2023-06-20
    9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Beginning Stained Glass - Day 2
    2023-06-21
    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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  • Starry Night Pendants
    2023-06-21
    5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Learn and actively participate in the experience of creating your own unique Starry Night pendant through flameworking. Students in this workshop will be guided through the process of forming multiple Starry Night pendants utilizing an interesting color palette and design options. The movement and nature of melting and shaping Continue reading

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  • Fused Glass Mosaic Bowls
    2023-06-24
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Kathleen Forney Skill Level: Beginner Create a vivid fused glass deep dish bowl! Students will cut pieces of glass in various sizes to assemble on a palette of black glass in a pattern of their choice. All materials are included in the tuition. Cancellation/Refund Policy:  To purchase a ticket at the Continue reading

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  • Build a Ukulele - Day 1
    2023-06-26
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Build a Ukulele - Day 2
    2023-06-27
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Build a Ukulele - Day 3
    2023-06-28
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Build a Ukulele - Day 4
    2023-06-29
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Build a Ukulele - Day 5
    2023-06-30
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Allen Androkites Skill Level: All skill levels The ukulele is a popular and fun instrument to make and play. This 5-day workshop is an opportunity to build a tenor-size ukulele. The style of the ukulele is based on the Martin ukulele with a dovetail neck. You do not need to be able to play Continue reading

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  • Sea Turtle Pendants
    2023-07-06
    5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner Learn and actively participate in the experience of creating your own unique sculptural pendants through flameworking. Students in this workshop will be guided through the process of forming multiple sea turtle pendants utilizing an interesting color palette and design options. The movement and nature of melting and shaping solid Continue reading

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  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 1
    2023-07-08
    9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 2
    2023-07-22
    9:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Next Steps in Stained Glass: From Blank Sheet to Finished Work of Art - Day 3
    2023-07-23
    9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Dan Hayward Skill Level: Intermediate – Participants should have completed several stained glass projects (e.g., panels, butterflies, snowflakes) and be familiar with the basic cutting, breaking, foiling, and soldering skills. Stained Glass Master Artisan Dan Hayward will help participants develop the skills and confidence to design and create stained glass art which represents your Continue reading

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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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