"The proceeds
from the fair are used to carry out the
Foundation's mission of
preserving Waterford's history."
Crafts at the Waterford Fair
Juried Crafts Demonstrator What Does it Mean?
As you walk through the village, you will see signs referring to Juried
Crafts demonstrators. This means that these exhibitors have undergone
a rigorous jurying process in order to be accepted as an official
Waterford Foundation craftsperson. We appreciate their cooperation
in helping us present only craftwork and demonstrations of the highest
quality. Your support of the official exhibitors acknowledges their
excellent work and enables us to continue this fine tradition each
year.
About Our Craft Demonstrators
During the sixty years of the Waterford Homes Tour & Crafts Exhibit,
popularly known as the Waterford Fair, the number and variety of craft
demonstrators has risen steadily. The Fair is a "teaching Fair" and
for that purpose it seeks to have craftspeople who will inform our
visitors about traditional crafts through the demonstration of their
work and techniques. Because of this, craftspeople demonstrate at least
fifty percent of the time.
Selection of craftspeople is based not only on the craftsperson's
craft, or his or her skill, but also on thorough knowledge of the craft
and
its significance in years past. Our craftspeople encourage and welcome
visitors, both adults and children, to participate in a "hands-on" experience
during the demonstrations.
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| Baskets |
Floor coverings |
Musical instruments |
| Bride & band boxes |
Folk art, fraktur & therems |
Paper making, cutting, marbling |
| Brooms & walking sticks |
Furniture |
Quilting |
| Candles & ornaments |
Glass |
Pottery & porcelain |
| Chairs |
Jewelry |
Weaving, spinning, knitting, embroidery |
| Dolls & Toys |
Leather |
Woodworking |
| Dried flowers wreaths & herbs |
Metal working |
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