BENEFITS OF GUILD MEMBERSHIP

Shared Resources

• Access to a network of ~700 makers for collaboration, technique sharing, and marketing support.
• Opportunity to showcase your work in four retail locations alongside other juried makers.
• Connections with 13 regional Education Centers for workshops and craft experiences.
• Membership in key organizations like the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, Blue Ridge Parkway Association, and more.
• Eligibility for scholarships for craft-related travel and study.

Education

• Promote craft awareness through events like Craft Fairs, daily demos, and special events.
• Opportunity to demonstrate skills at events like Glass, Metal, & Clay Day, Fiber Day, and Heritage Weekend.
• Paid demonstration opportunities at the Folk Art Center and Moses Cone Manor (March–December).
• Access to the Guild’s library, collection, and archives for craft research.
• Teach crafts to local students through school workshops.

Marketing

• Exposure through extensive annual advertising (print, digital, radio, TV) to support retail and events.
• Collaborate with experienced staff for advertising, web presence, and brand promotion.
• Exhibition and gallery experiences, including collection and cataloging knowledge.
• Online store for e-commerce and digital revenue.
• Access to SHCG brand materials, showcasing high standards of craft quality.