Fun and Surprising: Nontraditional Materials in Contemporary Jewelry

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Please join us for a lively conversation on Zoom with five CraftBoston artists who all have something interesting in common: They add a variety of non-traditional materials to their work! In fact, "Nontraditional Media/Mixed Media" is one of the top 3 most popular self-ascribed categories our 60 Studs + Drops artists chose for their work […]

Mix + Mingle in your Studs + Drops

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Get to know our Studs + Drops community! Join us on April 22 for an evening of informal conversation: talk to your virtual booth neighbors, ask your favorite artist a question about their process, and learn more about the diverse methods, materials, and makers represented in Studs + Drops. We will explore what makes earrings […]

Conversation with Dr. Emily Stoehrer and Bella Neyman

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Join us on May 13, 2021 at 6pm as we chat about our favorite accessory! From the ancient Nike earring to Man Ray's oversized "Pendant's Pending" to contemporary examples by the world's most celebrated makers, join Bella Neyman (co-founder of New York City Jewelry Week) and Emily Stoehrer (Rita J. Kaplan and Susan B. Kaplan Curator of Jewelry) as […]

Rooted, Revived, Reinvented: Basketry in America (Revisited)

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Artwork by Pat Gold. Sorry, but .... THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! We will record it and post it on our YouTube channel afterward!   Join us for a lively, fun and informative panel discussion about the history, cultural impact and role basketry plays in contemporary art. Baskets convey meaning through the artists’ selection of […]

Mix + Mingle: Share Your Fiber Story!

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Join us for an evening of community storytelling! Have you ever started knitting a sweater only to be stymied by attaching the sleeves? Ever gotten wound up while weaving a scarf or tapestry? Or, have you experienced the pure joy and elation of watching loved ones unwrap a hand-embroidered gift and use it for years […]

Artist Interview: Sweetgrass Basketry with Corey Alston

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Sweetgrass basket maker Corey Alston shares the history of his craft and its deeply-rooted connection to the Gullah culture. Join us for an interview led by Lois Russell (Vice-President of the Society of Arts + Crafts Board of Trustees), a demonstration, and a brief Q&A on Zoom! This event is made possible thanks to funding […]

An Evening with Lucy Lacoste Gallery

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Join Lucy Lacoste, owner of one of the premier ceramics galleries in the country, for a virtual conversation about clay and vessels on Thursday, October 7, 2021, starting at 5 p.m. She will be joined by Gary Roberts, board president of The Society of Arts + Crafts, and ceramic artists Lily Fein and Josephine Burr. […]

CraftBoston on the Move: Tufts University Meet, See, Talk, & Lunch

Tufts University Art Gallery 230 Fenway, Boston, MA, United States

Meet up at the Tufts University Art Gallery at the Museum School, Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 12:00-2:00m to see the Elizabeth James Perry: Double Arrows exhibition, attend a talk by Ms. James Perry, view student work in the Tufts Metalsmith Studios, and enjoy an exclusive lunch  created by the James Beard award-winning Mashpee-Wampanoag chef, Sherry […]

CraftBoston on the Move: Curator-led Tour, Visit, Reception, & Trunk Show

Fuller Craft Museum Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St, Brockton, MA, United States

Join us at the Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton, Massachusetts (Wednesday, October 25, 3:00-6:00), for a tour of current Rabbit* exhibition, led by senior curator, Beth McLaughlin including a peak behind the scenes. The tour will be followed by a trunk show of jewelry artist, Linda Kindler Priest, and a reception to connect with fine […]