The American Craft Show

Posted by Maire Loughran Feb 11, 2008

If you live near the Atlanta, GA area, the American Craft Show will be at the Cobb Galleria Centre from March 14, 2008 to March 16, 2008.

I try to go to as many of these shows as practical. They are just a great showcase of new and existing jewelry artists. This year the show will also include artists using recycled materials. I'm not all that keen on this type of jewelry, as I am a fan of traditional jewelry.

In my mind, jewelry should be wearable and made from some sort of 'jewelry' type material. Twigs and pieces of discarded building materials hangng from my neck or ears is just not my idea of a good time. I feel there is a difference between great sculpture for your table or wall and jewelry that is street wear.

One exception to my metal and gemstone rule is Alexandra Bitner's lucite jewelry. I'm going to be adding a write up of her latest white lucite creations in my updated wedding jewelry article to be posted by the end of March 2008. I think her jewelry is just fantastic - it is also very wearable.

Ok - interested in the Atlanta show? Check out all the info. Free parking. Admission is free if you are a American Craft Council member, $12 for a one day pass and $18 for a two day pass if you are not.