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THE AMERICAN CRAFT COUNCIL SHOW BRINGS HANDCRAFTED AND ONE-OF-A-KIND DESIGNS
FROM LOCAL AND NATIONAL ARTISTS TO SAN FRANCISCO, AUGUST 3-5, 2012
Shop home décor, fashion and jewelry at San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center
NEW ‘Bride-To-Be,’ ‘Foodieware,’ ‘Men’s Dept.,’ ‘Blue Chip’ and ‘Local’ categories
debut at the 2012 show
American Craft Council salutes San Francisco’s fine craft collectors and trendsetters, the Style Makers:
Roberta Gonzales, Lisa Bayne, Jan Wahl, Tim Wu and eight others
WHAT:
More than 230 artists unveil handcrafted designs in fashion, jewelry, home décor, green
craft and more at the American Craft Council Show in San Francisco, August 3 – 5, 2012
at the Fort Mason Center. Shop a diverse array of limited-edition pieces crafted from
clay, fiber, glass, metal and more at the largest juried craft show in the West. Debuting
new this year are the ‘Bride-to-Be’ and ‘Men’s Dept.’ categories showcasing crafty
selections for brides and guys. The new ‘Foodieware’ category highlights epicurean
kitchen art and wares, and look for San Francisco artists in the new ‘Local’ category.
Lastly, the new ‘Blue Chip’ category offers luxury one-of-a-kind pieces valued at $10,000
or more. The special ‘$5 After 5’ Friday night event is back by popular demand, offering
$5 general admission after 5:00 p.m.
New for the 2012 show, the American Craft Council salutes San Francisco’s Style
Makers, local personalities who make a commitment to handmade crafts as devotees
and trendsetters. Style Makers are ambassadors of art who value unique one-of-a-kind
objects that reflect their personal style and flair. Joining the ranks of this year’s Style
Maker’s are CBS5 anchor Roberta Gonzales, San Francisco Chronicle columnist Leah
Garchik, KRON TV host Jan Wahl, Artful Home CEO Lisa Bayne and Zerodivide strategist
Tim Wu among others.
DEBUTING
THIS YEAR:
Bride-to-Be: Highlighting built-to-last and one-of-a-kind items created with brides and
the wedding season in mind.
Men’s Dept.: Showcasing cool stuff, handmade for men ranging from accessories and
clothing to home décor.
Foodieware: Utilitarian designs for the artistic chef including kitchen art and wares.
Local: Spotlight on local San Franciscan artists who present their innovative crafts on a
national stage.
Blue Chip: Featuring luxury designs and stunning pieces valued at $10,000 or more in
this new category.
WHO:
More than 230 artists from across the country showcasing handcrafted designs
Featuring San Francisco Style Makers:
 Roberta Gonzales, CBS5 weather anchor
 Lisa Bayne, CEO of Artful Home
 Jan Wahl, KRON TV host
 Tim Wu, Zerodivide strategist
 Leah Garchik, San Francisco Chronicle columnist
 Chris and Ben Ospital, founders of Modern Appealing Clothing
 Mike Holms and Elizabeth Shypertt, owners of Velvet Da Vinci
 Regina Connell, Handful of Salt editor-in-chief
 Nancy Bechtle, San Francisco socialite
 Craig Davis, founder and CEO of Relevvant
 Aaron Silverstein, designer and artist
 Courtney Cochran, blogger and wine expert
WHERE:
Fort Mason Center, Festival Pavilion
San Francisco, CA
Located between Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge on the San Francisco
Bay; entrance is at the intersection of Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street, in the
Marina district.
Paid valet parking is available or visitors may park offsite at the Marina Green and take
the complimentary shuttle bus to Fort Mason.
WHEN:
Friday, August 3 (10 a.m. – 8 p.m.) – Extended hours; $5 admission after 5 p.m.
Saturday, August 4 (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
Sunday, August 5 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
TICKET
INFO:
$14 one day pass
$20 for a two-day pass
$2 advance purchase discount online: $12 one day passes and $18 two day passes
available at www.craftcouncil.org
Free admission for children under 12 and American Craft Council members
EDITORS, PLEASE NOTE: For high-resolution images or interviews with the American Craft Council or
exhibiting artists at the American Craft Council Show in San Francisco, please contact Tarah Beaven at
415-359-2306 / tarah@landispr.com, or Jordana Heinke at 415-359-2313 / jordana@landispr.com.
About the American Craft Council
The American Craft Council is a national, nonprofit public educational organization founded in 1943 by
Aileen Osborn Webb. The mission of the Council is to promote understanding and appreciation of
contemporary American craft. Programs include the bimonthly magazine AMERICAN CRAFT, annual
juried shows presenting artists and their work, a leadership conference, the Aileen Osborn Webb
Awards honoring excellence, workshops, seminars and a research library. For additional information
about the American Craft Council, call 1-800-836-3470 or visit: www.craftcouncil.org.
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