Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Gaithersburg April 3, 2009

More than 350 of the nation’s most accomplished artisans and craft designers will present their handcrafted works at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, 2009 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg.

The jury-selected artisans at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival will display and sell their unique creations in functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, furniture and home accessories, items for the garden, and photography.

In addition to meeting the artisans producing the one-of-a kind items, visitors to the Festival will see live demonstrations by professional craftspeople working in metal, ceramics, and wood. Live music and activities for children enhance the festival atmosphere. Specialty gourmet foods are available to sample and purchase.

Hours for the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Gaithersburg are:

Friday, April 3 -- 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 4 --10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 5 -- 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Adult admission to the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival is $7 through online purchase, $8 for adults at the door, free for children under 12. Admission is good for all three days. Free parking is available.

To preview the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, get directions, or to purchase discount admission tickets visit www.SugarloafCrafts.com or call (800) 210-9900.

Since 1976, the nation’s most talented artisans of contemporary crafts and fine art have sold their art directly to visitors at Sugarloaf Craft Festivals. Last year, Sugarloaf Craft Festivals were attended by more than 200,000 people and were rated as one of the top craft experiences in the county by major industry publications.

Official Website: http://sugarloafcrafts.com/festivals/gaith/spring/