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by Paige Wolf

Handmade Philly, a member-run collective, encourages independent artists, crafters, and designers to join Greater Philadelphia's growing network of professional and amateur artists. Once limited to the members of Philly Etsy Team, the group seeks to further our city's local, sustainable handmade movement by building community and providing educational workshops and promotional events. 

In less than two months, the group has more than 70 members, including illustrators, woodworkers, printers, painters, and photographers. If you're eager to learn new skills, got some tips and ideas to share, or just need a little boost to keep the creative juices going, check out Handmade Philly. 

If you want to shop local and sustainable, check out the member links, including my own crafty contribution, Brass in Pocket Knits.

This is the entire article from -  http://www.examiner.com/x-11486-Philadelphia-EcoLiving-Examiner~y2009m7d29-Shop-local-crafters-with-Handmade-Philly