Smithsonian Crafts Festival - Go for Unique Goods & Gifts!

Last month the Smithsonian sponsored a Craft Show.  For anyone who likes unique jewelry, furniture, or clothing, it is worth considering going to the show.  First of all, it took place in the National Building Museum, which is beautiful both inside and out!  In addition, for those of us who are trying to be unique in this town, you will find one-of-a-kind work.

At this event you will find decorative items, wearable art, furniture and jewelry made from a variety of items including ceramics, glass, leather, metal, paper, and wood. It is worth visiting even if you don't buy anything, because you're also just looking at beautiful work.  At this event the person I was with bought a wearable art jacket -- and let me tell you, she bought it as soon as we entered the fair.  No time was wasted!  I got a very unique pair of two-metal earrings.

If you missed April's event but are now curious, the Smithsonian is having another crafts festival in the Fall.  The best thing to keep in mind if you go is that street parking is competitive on weekends but there are garages within a few blocks of the museum.

For information about this event, you can visit: http://smithsoniancraftshow.org/indexmain.asp