HandMade: The Western North Carolina Craft, Architecture & Design Expo is a two-day event inviting the public to join artists, architects, builders and designers to share and learn about successful collaborations between craft artists, homeowners and industry professionals. Drawing from the tremendous craft resources that are a unique and vital part of Western North Carolina, the event will emphasize craftsmanship in architectural elements and design for both high-end and mid-range home markets.

Have you ever wondered why some homes so clearly reflect the personality of their owners? How do you create a home that looks like it belongs? What makes a home original and unique? Can a home be sustainable and luxurious?

Incorporating handmade components in your home can do all these things and more. It's easier than you might think to work with local artists to design and create your own special living environment. It's also good for the local economy and adds meaning and value to your home. When you build a relationship with the artist who builds your dining room table, turns your ceramic sink, or forges an iron handrail, you bring the creativity and personality of that artist into your home; you make it your own.

The HandMade Design Expo provides all you need to get started, or expand your existing skills. It is the only event of its kind, offering opportunities to see examples of craft integration, talk with experienced professionals, and meet artists.

When

Friday, June 25 & Saturday, June 26, 2010
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where

The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmstead Way, Asheville, North Carolina

How Much

$15 single day and $25 both days for general admission to the event including the Friday evening keynote and reception. Tours are $25. Special Patron tickets at $150 include event admission both days, Friday evening keynote speaker and reception, and one tour. All tickets purchased by June 21st include admission and parking at the Arboretum. You may purchase tickets on line using Pay Pal, or by calling HandMade in America at 828-252-0121. After June 21st tickets may only be purchased on site at the Arboretum and require an additional $8 parking fee.

Who

HandMade in America is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to grow handmade economies by creating tools, markets, and partnerships that honor craft, cultural heritage, and a spirit of community. Since its founding, HandMade in America's vision has been to make Western North Carolina known nationwide as the center of the handmade object. HandMade: The Western North Carolina Craft, Architecture & Design Expo has been developed to promote this vision.

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