As a Craftcation presenter, you’re a huge part of what makes this experience special. You’re not just teaching a skill—you’re helping create the welcoming, encouraging and creative environment Craftcation is known for.

Here are a few ways we can create that experience together:

Encourage Every Skill Level

Everyone comes to Craftcation with a different level of experience—from first-time crafters to longtime makers.Meet attendees where they are, cheer them on and make space for experimenting, questions and mistakes. We’re big believers in progress over perfection and want everyone to leave feeling confident and excited to keep creating.

Use Inclusive Language

Our attendees come from many different backgrounds and identities, and we want everyone to feel welcome.

Please respect attendees’ names and pronouns and use non-gendered language when addressing your class whenever possible. For example, instead of “Okay, ladies, let’s start knitting!” try “Okay, folks, let’s start knitting!”

Keep Sales in the Pop-Up Shop

All presenters have the opportunity to participate in the Craftcation Pop-Up Shop, so please refrain from selling products during your workshops. If attendees are interested in purchasing your products, kits, books or other goodies, direct them to the Pop-Up Shop so workshop time can stay focused on learning and creating.

Bring Problems to Us

Things happen! Supplies go missing, equipment acts weird and sometimes things simply don’t go according to plan. If you have an issue with your workshop, supplies, classroom or Craftcation experience, please bring it directly to our team. We’ll do our best to help solve it. We also ask that concerns about Craftcation, our team or logistics aren’t aired during your workshop. Your attendees are there to have a great experience, and we want to keep the classroom positive and focused on them.

Make It Work + Go With the Flow

In the words of Tim Gunn: make it work. With nearly 200 workshops and a whole lot of moving pieces, we do our absolute best to make sure you have everything you need. But we’re human, and occasionally something gets missed, moved or doesn’t go exactly as planned. Bring a little flexibility and problem-solving spirit with you. If something goes sideways, find a Craftcation team member and we’ll figure it out together.

Take Care of Your Classroom

Please arrive with enough time to get settled and begin your workshop on time. When you’re finished, gather your materials, clean up your workspace and help leave the room ready for the next presenter. If you requested a crew member in your classroom, please utilize them to help things run smoothly.

Keep the Classroom Kind

Help us create a space where attendees feel comfortable learning, experimenting, asking questions and being themselves.

If something happens in your classroom that you’re unsure how to handle, find a Craftcation team member. We’re here to help.

Remember: You’re Part of the Magic

Our presenters set the tone for the Craftcation experience. Attendees may not remember whether their project turned out perfectly, but they’ll remember how they felt in your classroom.

Check Out Our Craft-firmations

Our Craft-firmations are at the heart of the Craftcation experience and are a great reminder of how we show up for ourselves and each other while we’re here. Please take a few minutes to read through our Craft-firmations and keep them in mind as you teach, connect and create throughout the week. They help set the tone for the kind, supportive and encouraging community we’re all creating together.

Thank you for helping us create a Craftcation where people feel welcomed, encouraged and excited to try something new. We’re so happy you’re here.