Making things with your own hands is a way of connecting with the world & reflects a human desire that has been around since time began. To create an item of quality & beauty provides a sense of accomplishment & pride. It speaks to readers who are looking for ways to express themselves creatively. The focus of the magazine is to provide articles & news which provide ideas expertise a sense of community & sustainability. American Craft magazine is associated with the American Craft Council. The magazine provides a calendar of events & craft shows such as an exhibits of Japanese woven bamboo baskets & a special exhibitions of North Carolina pottery. There are also columns on important news events in the world of fine crafts reviews of shows & collections.