Monday, April 27, 2009

Craft and Vintage Festivals & Expositions

Hi All;

For people who love to create crafts, I found some interesting websites in the USA today. Here is a list of sites you can visit to learn more, join an association, or attend one of their shows:

Non-profit association for Crafts & Hobbies: craftandhobby.org
Indie Craft Experience: ice-atlanta.com
This craft show features hipper/edgy fashions and designs. The show features Vintage designs/fabrics and repurposed materials that can be incorporated into today's designs. I recently met a jewelry designer who incorporates yesterday's beads, clasps, and metals from vintage jewelry, and rebeads them into unique designs for today. The fair also feataures vegan goods & crafting workshops.

For Canadian visitors: creativfestival.com

In Brooklyn N.Y., visit the Annual BUST Spring Fling: bust.com/Craftacular/Bust-Spring-Fling. This event celebrates the handmade goods of the edgy indie designers that feature hip, women's accessories & clothes.

Learning & Products Expo: learningproductexpo.com
Purchase products, take classes to learn a medium or experiment in something new. The expo is scheduled for Chicago and Pasadena. Visit their site for more information.

For all things handmade & Vintage: Etsy.com
Etsy.com is the Premiere place on the worldwide web for sellers of crafts and vintage goods.

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