Exhibits & Events

The Craft Coven announces its 2nd Annual Craft Convention!

In collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial, The Craft Coven Convention brings together the greater Philadelphia craft community, in an educational and celebratory gathering for professional artisans and craft enthusiasts alike.

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Philadelphia, PA. Friday, October 16th - Sunday 18th, 2026

Join us this spooky season for a full weekend of witchy workshops, creepy crafts and mischievous makers! The Craft Coven Convention is a resource to gain hands-on educational experiences, connect with like minded creatives, and support local artisans.

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“Whether you’re a skilled maker or new to crafting and looking for something to try- The Craft Coven Convention will spark your interest and fuel the flames of your own inspiration. The Coven was formed with goals in providing access to the arts for anyone and everyone, and this convention will give you a taste of all we have to offer year round.”

- Cassie Jones, Craft Coven Founder & Creative Director

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Schedule of Events :

October 16th - Friday Night Social - included in the convention ticket price

We’ll be kicking off the convention, Friday night at Ulana’s, with the Craft Coven 10yr anniversary party! Join us for an evening full of performance acts, hosted by local comedian and craft artist Rose Luardo, supported by drag king artist St.RoKing and crafty clown Dinah Loneliness. Come dressed for the theme and enter yourself in our Witches promenade costume contest, meet & greet fellow convention attendees and help us raise funds to keep the Coven thriving.

10pm-1:30am

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October 17th - Saturday Virtual Day - included in the convention ticket price

Tune in to our Saturday virtual crafting day, featuring artists in the Craft Coven studio streaming live craft demonstrations. Starting with a Flip Book Tutorial led by Craft Coven Founder Cassie Jones; download, print and craft along with us! Next, local writer and enthusiast of all things old; Victorianna Dan will lead us in a letter writing workshop, and show off how to make your own envelope from reclaimed materials. Lastly join us for happy hour with a cocktail demonstration from our potions mixologist; Jackie Nevin.

1-4pm

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October 18th - Sunday is the main event! - taking place at Fleisher Art Memorial.Participate in all day drop-in style workshops - included in the convention ticket price.Workshops include - Ceramics, Figure Drawing, Collage & Poetry WritingVisit our craft vendor marketplace - spotlighting local artists and artisans - free and open to the public.

Watch demonstrations from local craft supply vendors and craft specialists - free and open to the public.

Demonstrations include - bookbinding with Artist & Craftsman, braiding, hooking, felting & spinning with the Philadelphia Guild of Hand Weavers, cake decorating with Sweet Symphony Cakes, stained glass with Pamela Jones, printmaking with Lori Bruce & button making with Bethany Teigan.

Sign up for additional ticketed classes with Fleisher - purchase available through the Fleisher website.

Fleisher classes include - broom making, chainmail, jewelry metalsmithing and pottery painting.

View Fleisher’s annual faculty art exhibition in their gallery space - free and open to the public.

12-5pm