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Where do I fit in?
Where do I fit in? Thought you were done asking yourself this question after high school graduation? Guess again! This is an incredibly important question to ask yourself before applying to any...
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How are Jurors Chosen?
Guest Composer: Sylvia Lehman // www.sylvialehman.com Our Show Selection Jury Members of our Show Selection jury share certain characteristics. They are recognized as experts in their field....
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The Blind Jury Process
Guest Composer: Maureen Kamerick // www.mksilks.com The Guild chooses exhibitors for our shows by using the blind jury method. Applicants are asked to submit several current images of their work,...
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Why is good photography so important when applying to shows?
Guest Composer: Paul Grecian // www.paulgrecianphoto.com A photograph is a two-dimensional image of a three dimensional subject. Photographs for jurying into a show are viewed in a way which is...
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How should you talk about your work on show apps?
Let’s start with an admission. Most of us are not writers – we create craft! We find our happy space with fiber, clay, or metal in our hands (or something else! Our members do an amazing variety of...
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6 Steps to Exhibiting Like a Pro
6 Steps to Exhibiting Like a Pro Do the Work. It can’t be emphasized too strongly—take the time and make the investment to thoroughly learn and practice your craft. Visits shows online and in person...
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We’re taking a vacation!
Fellow lovers of the handmade, we are taking a blog vacation! It’s the summer season, and the perfect time reflect and plan. We want to spend some time thinking about how we can make this space...
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When a Knitter Tries Metal Origami
I’m here today to talk to you about a very serious topic. Exactly how cool is it that you can heat & fold metal kind of like origami? And then wear your creations? I won’t leave you in suspense:...
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But where did my yarn come from before that?
Guest post by Jo Ann Zimmerman of Stash Yarns Five years ago I opened a local yarn shop, Stash, to bring great yarns to my local community, and folks have really responded. Now in beautiful downtown...
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Favorite Spring Craft Fairs
What are your favorite spring craft fairs? The best place to get some fresh air and find a gift for that new graduate or summer birthday? There are a couple coming up that I’m really excited about...
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Experimental Mixed Media – December 6, 2014
Experimental Mixed Media – December 6, 2014 Register today! Call us to register for multiple sessions at a discount. Non-Members $75.00 USD Members $67.00 USD click to register online or call us...
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We’re hiring!
We are excited to announce that the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen is hiring for two positions. We’re a close-knit team that promotes and supports art and fine craft through our education and...
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Art of Social Media Quarterly
Art of Social Media – Quarterly Register today Non-Members $250.00 USDMembers $225.00 USDSession 1 Only (non-members) $75.00 USDSession 2 Only (non-members) $75.00 USDSession 3 Only (non-members)...
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Gifts for the Makers in Your Life
Artists and craftsmen are often difficult to shop for. Their wishlist includes specialized supplies, or (like my dad!) they just purchase what they want without waiting for a gift-giving occasion. If...
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Internships and Apprenticeships
Cara and Emily work in the studio. Photo by Wilde Photography. Jeweler Cara Romano recently opened her studio for a traditional internship – one that looks more like an apprenticeship than the usual...
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Thanksgivings
Lisa works on a piece in our Cold Wax Painting workshop Happy and safe travels for all of you this weekend. We’re so thankful for the time you take to read these posts, for your creativity, and for...
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Experimental Mixed Media – December 6, 2014
Experimental Mixed Media – December 6, 2014 Register today! Call us to register for multiple sessions at a discount. Non-Members $75.00 USD Members $67.00 USD click to register online or call us...
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Flames! Glass! Craft!
Jim Byrnes demonstrates flameworking Christmas ornaments in the square outside Central Market in Lancaster. We are taking a deep breath in between our last fine craft fair of the year and diving into...
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Shopping local – online
A few weeks ago I had the fun of volunteering at Central Market’s annual Harvest Breakfast, helping kids to paint pumpkins. We wanted to get the word out about our Saturday morning art drop off. It...
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Great Gift Workshops
It’s truly too early to be thinking about the holidays – unless you are planning to make gifts (I started my holiday knitting in August)! Every year, there are a few special people who deserve...
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