New Focus Exhibition “Resilience”
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleThe Southern Highland Craft Guild bounces back from an unprecedented year with “Resilience,” its first Member-focused show of 2021. On the second level of the Folk Art Center in the Focus Gallery, the work of five Guild Members will be on display from February 6 through April 27. Disciplines include metalsmithing, quilting, hand-built & wheel-thrown…
Pottery | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleLynn Jenkins will be demonstrating her wheel-throwing and raku-finishing techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Crochet | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleRita de Maintenon will be demonstrating various crocheting techniques, such as heirloom lace and broomstick in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Weaving | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleBarbara Miller will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian loom weaving in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Broom Making | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevillePeter Werner will be demonstrating traditional broom-tying techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Magic is in the Air – Focus Gallery Exhibition
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleMagic is in the Air- May 1 – Aug. 3, 2021 1 Cindy Billingsley – clay 2 Sharon Gordon – wall textile 3 Jane Cole - quilts 4 Jeanne Rhodes – Moen - jewelry 5 Lisa Besler - leather
Mentoring Workshop
ZoomInterested in becoming a Guild Member? Maybe you've applied and were rejected? Attend our mentoring workshops to learn what it takes to join our organization of fine craftsman, and prepare for your application. Wednesday March 31st 10:00am-12:00pm Saturday May 1st 1:00pm-3:00pm Saturday August 14th 1:00pm-3:00pm Existing Guild Members will take you step-by-step to prepare you…
Basketry | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleBasket maker Susan Taylor will be demonstrating various techniques of the craft in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Macramé Jewelry | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleJim Gentry will be demonstrating the craft of knot tying to create beautiful and colorful bracelets and necklaces in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Bamboo Fly Rods | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, AshevilleSam Johnson will be demonstrating how he creates fly fishing rods out of bamboo--a plentiful resource around here! He'll be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.