More than 200 of the nation’s most respected artists will exhibit and sell their latest high-quality, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, home accessories and more, at the largest craft show in the Southeast – The American Craft Show in Atlanta. Celebrating its 18^th year in Atlanta, the Show will be held at a new venue – Cobb Galleria Centre, March 9-11, 2007. Situated between Buckhead and Cobb County, The American Craft Show in Atlanta will draw a sophisticated crowd of collectors and enthusiasts. More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the three-day weekend event. 

 

Also new to this year’s show is Craft 4 Kids. Among the intricately hand-blown glass sculptures, woven tapestries, and ceramic vessels typically for adult use and appreciation, visitors will also discover handmade objects designed especially for newborns and children. Award-winning artist Lesley Keeble of Asheville, North Carolina is just one artist participating in Craft 4 Kids. Her expressive fabric dolls come dressed in hand-sewn vintage hats and Victorian corsets and bloomers. And husband and wife team, Carol and Jean-Pierre Hsu of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia will demonstrate their colorful aerodynamic mobiles. Perfect for nurseries.

 

All artists participating in The American Craft Show in Atlanta have been selected though a rigorous annual jury process, to assure the admission of museum-quality work. In addition to Craft 4 Kids, 25 new artists to the show will be presenting their latest work in a variety of mediums – glass, metal, wood, clay, ceramics, and fiber, among others. Worthy of the most discerning collections as well as appropriate for everyday use, the work presented at The American Craft Show in Atlanta is accessible to all, ranging from $25 to thousands.

 

 

The American Craft Council is pleased to be collaborating with The Atlanta Opera. A vocal artist from the Company will give a free performance at the show on Saturday, March 10, 2007, at 2pm. 

 

The Council is also delighted to announce Cobb Craft Day, an exciting educational partnership with The Cobb County Public School System that supports and expands the County’s current arts education program by introducing craft to teachers and students. This initiative includes high school field trips to The American Craft Show – nine high school arts classes have been invited – where students will explore the show floor, talk with exhibiting artists, and discover the wide variety of craft represented at the show. And the American Craft Council is working with the Cobb County Public School System to bring K-12 art teachers to the show for a special educational presentation. Participating teachers will be admitted for free (and receive two additional show passes for a return trip), and enjoy a presentation by four artists who will talk about their work and inspiration.

 

Show attendees can learn how to decorate with craft during daily Walking Tours presented by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles. These design events are free of charge and are hosted by some of Atlanta’s most prominent interior designers. Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles is a media partner for the show, along with the WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project.

 

To preview the show and to purchase tickets online ($12 one day pass, $18 two-day pass, children 12 and under free) please visit: www.craftcouncil.org/atlanta . 

 

For directions to Cobb Galleria Centre, visit: www.cobbgalleria.com. Free parking available.

 

 

Friday, March 9: 10am-6pm

Saturday, March 10:              10am-6pm

Sunday, March 11:                 10am-5pm

 

$12 for one day

$18 for a two-day pass 

Children 12 and under are admitted free

American Craft Council members and those who join at the show are admitted free