Specializations in Crafts
Textile Design
Focuses on the creation and design of fabrics, including weaving, dyeing, and printing techniques.
Loom Weaving
Traditional skill involving the use of a loom to create intricate fabric patterns and textiles.
Quilting
The art of sewing two or more layers of fabric together to create quilts, emphasizing patterns and textures.
Embroidery
The craft of decorating fabrics with needle and thread, often featuring intricate designs and patterns.
Pottery and Ceramics
The art of shaping and firing clay to produce functional and decorative objects such as pots, vases, and tiles.
Glassblowing
The technique of shaping molten glass into various forms using blowing techniques to create art and functional objects.
Woodworking
The craft of making objects from wood, including furniture, carvings, and instruments using various traditional and modern tools.
Metalsmithing
The practice of shaping and crafting metal into jewelry, sculptures, and functional items through traditional techniques.
Leatherworking
The art of creating items from leather, including clothing, accessories, and decor, focusing on techniques such as carving and stitching.
Basket Weaving
The craft of weaving natural materials into storage and decorative baskets using traditional techniques.
Beading and Jewelry Making
Focuses on the creation of custom jewelry using beads, gemstones, and various techniques for stringing and setting.
Printmaking
The art of creating printed artworks through techniques like etching, lithography, and screen printing.
Papermaking
The craft of producing handmade paper from pulped fibers, often incorporating fibers, flowers, or other materials.
Calligraphy and Hand Lettering
The art of beautiful writing and lettering, focusing on traditional techniques and design aesthetics.
Mosaic Art
The technique of creating images or patterns using small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials.
Candle Making
The craft of creating candles from wax, incorporating fragrance and decoration techniques.
Soap Making
The art of producing handmade soap using various methods, such as cold process and melt-and-pour techniques.
Tattoo Artistry
The craft of applying tattoos onto skin, emphasizing artistry, design, and techniques in ink application.
Traditional Crafts Preservation
Focuses on the study and conservation of traditional craft techniques and practices threatened by modernization.
Costume and Fashion Design
The field of designing and creating costumes and clothing, integrating historical techniques and contemporary styles.
Sustainability in Craft
Explores eco-friendly practices and materials in various crafts, aiming for environmentally sustainable approaches.
Home Decor Crafts
Focuses on creating decorative items for home interiors, utilizing various craft techniques in textiles, ceramics, and more.
Upcycling and Repurposing Crafts
The practice of transforming discarded materials into new, useful items through various crafting techniques.
Miniature Crafting
The skill of creating small-scale models and miniature items, including dollhouses, decor, and landscape design.
Culinary Arts as Craft
Explores the artistry in food preparation and presentation, focusing on handmade and artisan food items.
Community Crafts and Workshops
Engages in the teaching and promotion of crafting skills within communities, fostering creative expression and cultural heritage.