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HandMade in America’s Events
HandMade in America attends conferences, holds workshops and training sessions, hosts special events, and visits its small towns. Check out our home page for information about our latest news and current projects. Also check out our Facebook, Twitter, and Connected our new blog!WNC Fibershed Initiative
Growing a Fiber Arts Economy A group of fiber farmers, craft artists, mills, processors, educators and retailers have started an initiative to grow the Western North Carolina region’s economy by focusing on fiber-related businesses. Read more about it here, and contact Judi Jetson for more information, phone 828-252-0121, extension 304 or jjetson@handmadeinamerica.org“Growing Asheville’s Fiber Economy,” Asheville Citizen Times, December 17, 2011
Textile Study Group – 3rd Wednesday each month, 5:30-7:30pm
WNC Fibershed Initiative – 4th Thursday each month meeting and networking, 5:30 – 7:30pm
Craft Events
Check out HandMade in America’s calendar of craft events to find craft fairs, art shows, and festivals throughout Western North Carolina! Connect with WNC CraftHandMade: The Western North Carolina Craft, Architecture & Design Expo was a huge success. We had a total of 1,111 people in total attendance with 78 participating in tours of homes exhibiting handcrafted furnishings throughout the Asheville area. Thanks to the 300 plus participating craft artists, interior designers, landscape architects, architects, builders, volunteers, and workshop presenters for their tireless efforts. Thanks also to the North Carolina Arboretum and to all of our sponsors!
Small Town Events
There is always something fun and exciting to do when visiting the communities in our Small Towns program! If you’re planning your next vacation in Western North Carolina or looking for an event near you, check out the online Trip Planner first!See what towns are participating in the Small Towns Program
Find out more from our Small Towns Brochure! Click to access the HandMade Small Towns Brochure in pdf format!
Ready to take on a big restoration project? Check out our newest publication “Harnessing the Power of Big Buildings in Small Towns.” To order online, click here
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