Bring The Craft Exchange to your town. Build a local community of makers, with our experience and support behind you.
Run your own chapter, never on your own
The Craft Exchange is a growing network of local maker communities. As a chapter founder you bring people together to swap crafts, learn new skills and host events, while we handle the structure, resources and know-how. You focus on your members and your craft; we take care of the rest.
A ready-made community
Step into an established brand and a network of makers. You are never starting from scratch, and never on your own.
Guidance & resources
Onboarding, a chapter guide, materials and ongoing support, so running your chapter stays fun and manageable.
Events & craft swaps
Host meet-ups and craft exchanges with proven formats, templates and help from the wider community.
What is a chapter?
A chapter is a local group of makers who meet regularly to swap crafts, share skills and host events. Each chapter carries the Craft Exchange spirit, adapted to its own town and people. You set the rhythm; we give you everything you need to make it thrive.
Founders who went before you
“Starting a chapter connected me with makers I never would have met. The support made it easy to get going.”
Trista
“I always wanted to bring crafters together. The Craft Exchange gave me the structure to actually do it.”
Dawn
“Hosting swaps and events is the best part. You really are never alone in it.”
Heather
Start a chapter
Interested in bringing The Craft Exchange to your area? Leave your details below and we will get in touch.
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