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Logan Summerfest 2022

A good craft fair, like Logan’s Summerfest, is there to remind us of the skilled craftsmen and artisans who are our neighbors. To create connection through the beautiful and useful objects that are made by passionate hearts, minds, and hands.

Posted byHeidi McDonaldJuly 2, 2022July 3, 2022Posted inRamblingsTags:cottage industry markets, legacy skills, Logan Utah Summerfest, utah craft fairs, utah craft markets, vintage skillsLeave a comment on Logan Summerfest 2022

The Alliance Needs a Logo

The Alliance for Cottage Arts and Industry needs a logo. I don’t suppose you want to design it, do you? You do? Wow, that’s great! In that case, all you have to do is send me your design using the email address listed on the Contact page. The deadline for submissions is July 31, 2022.Continue reading “The Alliance Needs a Logo”

Posted byHeidi McDonaldMay 30, 2022Posted inAnnouncementsLeave a comment on The Alliance Needs a Logo

Blue Ox Millworks

Or: Why Eric Hollenbeck is the Greatest Craftsman in the World (and you can be, too).

Posted byHeidi McDonaldApril 28, 2022July 3, 2022Posted inMasters of Cottage IndustryLeave a comment on Blue Ox Millworks

The Eugene Saturday Market

Eugene Oregon’s Saturday market is a legendary wonderland of craftsmanship and creativity.

Posted byHeidi McDonaldApril 21, 2022May 31, 2022Posted inMasters of Cottage IndustryTags:Eugene Saturday Market, legacy skills, Oregon craft markets, traditional trades, vintage skillsLeave a comment on The Eugene Saturday Market

Terry’s Tinker Shop

Terry Thompson weaves magic from scrap Pendleton wool, on a loom he built himself.

Posted byHeidi McDonaldApril 14, 2022May 31, 2022Posted inMasters of Cottage IndustryTags:legacy skills, rag rug weaving, utah craft markets, vintage skillsLeave a comment on Terry’s Tinker Shop
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