Tradeshow
The American Craft Council Show in Baltimore
February 25–February 28
Baltimore Convention Center, One West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
$15 - 30
More than 700 of the country's leading craft artists will gather under one roof to present their latest designer, handmade work at The American Craft Council Show in Baltimore, the largest juried, indoor craft show in the nation.
Show highlights:
LAWN & GARDEN: NEW in 2010, this category features artists who craft outdoor and lawn-specific furniture, décor, accessories and more.
CRAFT4KIDS: This category features artists who design objects especially for children and as family heirlooms.
GREEN CRAFT: Responding to pressing contemporary issues, this category highlights artists using found, recycled or green materials and sustainable techniques.
ALTCRAFT: This section features rising indie crafters whose work illustrates the innovative techniques and materials of the burgeoning new handmade movement, in a shared market-style space.
DEMO STAGE: Lively demonstrations, with topics ranging from ceramics, glass, fiber, jewelry and wood techniques, will be presented by local experts.
SCHOOL-TO-MARKET: The Council has invited two exceptional colleges – Savannah College of Art and Design and Rhode Island School of Design– to debut their top students' work at the show.
More info: public.craftcouncil.org
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