Ever notice how mass-produced stuff all starts to look the same after a while? There’s something undeniably special about walking through rows of tents where real people are creating, demonstrating, ...

Fall craft fairs are underway, bringing you unique housewares, decorations, and gifts handcrafted by local vendors. It's an opportunity to show support for local small businesses and aspiring ...

Summer is the perfect time to wander through colorful markets and lively craft fairs, and across the U.S., there are a few that are worth planning a trip around. From artisan-made treasures to upbeat ...

Let’s face it, Christmas shopping can be both fun and overwhelming. With a lengthy list of people to shop for, the task can seem daunting. It can be a struggle to find something for everyone that they ...

Liz Schreiber, 'State Fairs: Growing American Craft,' 2024-2025, various seeds and flower petals. You’d be hard pressed to top a state fair for consolidated rural Americana. Livestock and live music.

'Tis the season for craft fairs and bazaars, where many talented crafters, artisans and bakers will be selling handmade items, holiday décor and goodies galore. Whether you need Christmas gifts, a ...

The stretch between mid-November and the end of December tends to blur into one long to-do list — gatherings, deadlines, travel plans and an ever-growing number of gifts to find. What if you could ...

Whether it's a photo of the Golden Gate Bridge from a never-before-seen angle, a handmade burnished clay pot or a Peruvian alpaca shawl, holiday craft fairs all over the Bay Area offer wares ranging ...