Our members have worked ardently over the past five months to make this space a place where those interested in the Chicago craft scene can participate in a larger conversation about our community and passion for creating. We have a lot of ideas, energy, and excitement—and we want to share it all with you. Through our diverse membership we hope that this site will inform, amuse, and inspire more people to join and/or support our city’s local artisans.
Chicago Style Crafters (CSC) is a team of over 100 local handmade artists who sell on Etsy. We have come together to support each other, share our expertise, and join forces for projects and events. Many of our members are brand new to Etsy and the handmade world, while some are veterans who have a lot of wisdom and experience to share. Some work a more traditional job to pay the bills and do their crafting on the side, while others earn their living entirely from their handmade work.
You can find CSC members at craft shows in school gymnasiums, bars, churches; in galleries, street fairs, boutiques, vintage/antique shops, and restaurants. Our members cover just about every corner of the handmade world and all have something unique to bring to the team.
We will update our new blog daily, giving readers a broad scope of topics ranging from profiles on local artists and shops, insightful advice aimed at helping our crafting community both on and offline, current news and reviews, and information on upcoming events. Whether you create for a living, or simply have a desire to support Chicago’s craft culture, we hope that this blog will become a part of your daily routine, and encourage your participation in our growing community.
For more information on the Chicago Style Crafters, see our “About” page or contact
membership@chicagostylecrafters.com
Ashley Ray (One in The Hand)
CSC Captain
Melissa Rutherfoord (Melissa and Zoë)
CSC Web Committee Lead
