October 2023

“Creativity is contagious, pass it on.”

– Albert Einstein

THANK You to all our generous supporters. We had an incredible Giving Day! We surpassed what we took in last year not only the monetary amount but the number of donations as well!

Your support really means the world to us and shows how much you believe in what we're doing for the arts. Don't worry if you missed the date you can donate at any time on our website. Donations — The Craft Guild

Fall II Starts Oct. 15th

Find a New Interest for Fall

Be sure and check out all of our new workshops and classes!

View all the classes here!

New Class for Fall II! Craft Guild Sampler!

By popular demand, we are adding a new class for adults who want to have the complete Craft Guild Experience as a fun introduction to all the categories. In this class the students will be able to try a different medium each week.

View more information here!

Upcoming Studio Workshops

Learn New Skills at The Craft Guild!

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Clay Studio Workshops

Evening in Pottery - Red Luminaria - Stelchek

On Friday, October 6, 2023, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Evening in Pottery - Square Bowl - Bhasin

On Friday, October 13, 2023, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Evening in Pottery-Streetscape Votive Holder - Bhasin

On Friday, October 20, 2023, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Evening in Pottery - Tabletop Tree Luminaria - Cauller

On Friday, October 27, 2023, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Glass Studio Workshops

Fused Glass Halloween Characters -Morrison

On Saturday, Oct. 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Evening in the Glass Studio - Morrison

On Friday, Oct. 27, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Beading Studio

Beading, Philosophy & Design : Beading I (Beg) Marthalee

On Sunday, Oct. 8, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Beading, Philosophy & Design : Beading II

(Int) Marthalee

On Sunday, Oct. 22, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bookbinding Studio

Hardcover Art Junk Journals - Dessy

On Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, from 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Art•sortment Studio

Fun and Funky UV Resin Workshop - Lynch

Saturday, Oct. 7, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Blends & Canes - Polymer Clay Classics -Skersick

On Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, 1:30pm - 4 :30pm

Quilling - Red Work Flower - Morrison

On Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

View all studio workshops here!

Upcoming Master Artists Workshops

Techniques for Enriching Cloisonné Enamels:

Adding Texture, Pattern & Markings

Amy Roper Lyons

December 1-3, 2023

10:00 am - 5:30 pm

Registration Fee $585

Unlock the art of cloisonné, adding depth, intricacy, and personality to your designs. In this comprehensive course, you will master the essentials of wire bending and wet packing and discover a collection of advanced techniques to infuse texture, pattern, and markings into your cloisonné creations.

Upcoming Events

Fall Show & Sale 2023

Calling All Artists! Apply Now!

Apply by midnight tonight, Oct 1st to be entered into a drawing to get your display space fee refunded. Apply Now! See all details here!

Clay Student Exhibition

Howdy Members! The Craft Guild is represented at the State Fair of Texas!

Three of our members have shone at this year's Texas State Fair! Richard Reeves received multiple awards in Ceramics, including "Best of Show – Adult.” He also received an Honorable Mention in Fused Glass. Additionally, Carol Marks secured 2nd place in Mixed Media and Roy Harris took 3rd in Oil/Acrylic/Pastel. Both Carol and Roy also received Honorable Mentions. For a complete list of winners, you can go to 2023 Results - State Fair of Texas Creative Arts (bigtex.com)

New Social Media Guru

The Craft Guild is excited to announce that James Maxwell's Revolution Management is now at the helm of our social media presence. We invite you to connect with us on Facebook @TheCraftGuildofDallas, Instagram @CraftGuildofDallas, and X (formerly known as Twitter) @TheCraftGuild. Don't miss out on all the latest updates and engaging content!

Online Gallery is Always Open

If you cannot wait to find the perfect gift, you don't have to, our online gallery is always open. Would you rather shop in person? Schedule your personal shopping time by emailing communications@craftguildofdallas.org or calling 972-490-0303.

Shop now!