Arts and Crafts
See Also: Art Resources
Primitive Country Art Prints
View country art prints with primitive style. Custom framing and mounting available.
Internet Public Library: Arts and Crafts
Subject guide with a selection of links, sub headings include knitting, quilting and graffiti, also features the Ask A Question online reference service.
Librarians' Internet Index: Crafts
A subject guide created and organized by a team of librarians, topics range from baskets to woodworking as well as general resources.
Craftster
An online forum for sharing projects and ideas.
Church of Craft
Provides support, advice, instructions, directions, tips, tricks, and inspiration to all who seek it.
Arts / Crafts Business
Information for professionals as well as those who are just starting out, includes pricing and selling tips, finding and attending shows, and other business tips.
WhipUp.net
A blog with a variety of tips and project ideas.
BBC: h2g2: Crafts
A collection of interesting projects including alternative uses for socks, how to make green goo, hair extensions, and more.
BBC: Crafts
Links to BBC resources and external websites for people interested in learning about crafts.
Wikipedia: Arts and Crafts
An in-depth article that includes terminology and a large list of the different types of arts and crafts.
Organizations
See All: Arts Organizations
SAC
Encourages the creation and conservation of the work of craft artists and promotes appreciation of fine craftsmanship.
CraftEmergency.org
Provides direct financial and educational assistance to artists, including emergency relief assistance, business development support, and resources and referrals on topics such as health, safety, and insurance.
Aid to Artisans
A nonprofit organization that offers assistance worldwide to foster artistic traditions and cultural vitality.
UK Crafts Council Online
The UK's national organization for the promotion of contemporary crafts, funded by the Arts Council England.
Department of the Interior: IACB
Promotes the economic development of American Indians and Alaska Natives of federally recognized Tribes through the expansion of the Indian arts and crafts market.
American Craft Council
A nonprofit educational organization dedicated to fostering an environment in which craft is understood and valued.
Craft Alliance
Provides inspiration and education in fine contemporary craft to the entire community through exhibitions, sales and instruction.
Canadian Crafts Federation
A national service organization that promotes, educates and advocates for Canadian craftspeople.
Ontario Craft Council
A nonprofit organization that fosters recognition and appreciation of craftspeople and their work.
Museums and Exhibits
Museum of Contemporary Craft
Organization that promotes fine crafts, hosts a residency for ceramic artists as well as a consignment gallery and permanent collection.
Kentucky Arts Museum
A nonprofit organization that supports craft excellence in Kentucky, provides educational programs, artist in residence programs, a retail gallery and a permanent collection.
Craft in America
A comprehensive visual exploration of the history, vitality, and cultural significance of Americas craft movement.
The White House Collection of American Crafts
Collection of decorative crafts that were given to the White House as gifts or were purchased during the nineteenth century.
Craft and the Creative Process
An online exhibition from the Smithsonian archives of American art.
Masters of their Craft
An online exhibition from the Smithsonian American Art Museum featuring works by contemporary masters of American studio crafts.
Yorkshire Crafts
Photographs of Yorkshire craftspeople from The David Morgan Rees collection at Sheffield Hallam University.
The Fuller Craft Museum
A forum for the exploration of craft in New England, includes exhibitions, events, workshops, functions, and more.
Craft and Folk Art Museum
Presents folk art and contemporary craft exhibits and programs in Los Angeles, CA.
Museum of Craft and Folk Art
Located in North Carolina, provides innovative exhibitions and educational programs that are designed to connect with and inspire diverse communities.
