American Craft Council Show in Baltimore Feb 24, 2012 12:00 AM

The American Craft Council Show in Baltimore The 36th annual American Craft Council Show in Baltimore will feature more than 700 top contemporary craft artists presenting their latest handmade creations including: jewelry, clothing, furniture and home décor at the Baltimore Convention Center, February 24-26, 2012. The Retail Show runs for three days with a special $5.00 ticket price Friday evening after 5 p.m. By purchasing tickets online guests can enter the Show directly without waiting in line. The American Craft Council Show in Baltimore has something for everyone. If you appreciate one-of-a-kind fashion and rare objects of beauty and function don’t miss the opportunity to explore thousands of quality, handmade items and engage with the independent makers who put their heart and soul into creating them. Many NEW and exciting categories take the floor this year including: • FOODIEWARE: Fabulous utilitarian objects designed to flatter your fare. • MENS DEPARTMENT: Cool, handmade stuff for guys. • BRIDE-TO-BE: Built to last one-of-a-kind wedding jewelry and gifts. • BLUE CHIP CLUB: Stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces valued at $10k and up. • LOCAL: Local artists present their innovative handmade craft on a national stage. Back by popular demand: • HANDMADE UNDER $100: The perfect category for budding craft lovers. • GREENCRAFT: Featuring artists who incorporate recycled materials and use eco-friendly processes to create their “green” pieces. • DEMO STAGE: Live, informative demonstrations featuring five talented presenters simultaneously will take place throughout the weekend. Friday, February 24 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, February 25 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, February 26 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. TICKETS: On-site Admission $16 for a one-day pass $30 for a three-day pass Advance Tickets $14 for a one-day pass $25 for a three-day pass Save time by purchasing your tickets online at www.craftcouncil.org/baltimore. Purchase, print, and bring right to the door! $5.00 after 5:00 p.m. Friday night only! (on-site purchases only) FREE: Children 12 and under and American Craft Council members INFORMATION: For more information about the American Craft Council Show in Baltimore, please visit www.craftcouncil.org/baltimore. The American Craft Council’s mission is to champion craft. As a national, nonprofit public educational organization founded in 1943 by Aileen Osborn Webb, the Council actively promotes the understanding and appreciation of contemporary American craft through its bimonthly magazine American Craft, annual juried shows presenting artists and their work, leadership conferences, awards for excellence, research library, workshops and seminars. For additional information visit www.craftcouncil.org or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/CraftCouncil and on Twitter @craftcouncil.