Waccamaw Library to host third annual Making and Crafting Faire

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Waccamaw Library to host third annual Making and Crafting Faire
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Waccamaw Neck Branch Library invites the community to celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at its third annual Making and Crafting Faire, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 24 and 25.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waccamaw Library, this two-day event is designed to showcase both the library’s growing collection of maker tools and the talents of local artisans. The faire will feature demonstrations, exhibits and vendor booths highlighting everything from woodworking and photography to 3D-printed creations and handmade crafts.
A Celebration of Creativity and Innovation
“The most exciting thing this year is that we’ll be showing off our brand-new laser,” said Donald Dennis, the library’s Games, Technology and Teen Services Librarian. “The library also has 3D printers to show off, and this event is a great way to let people know about the maker resources we have available, while also giving community members a place to show off what they do.”
Dennis said this year’s vendor lineup includes a mix of returning favorites and new participants, with creations ranging from button bouquets and haiku gifts to hand-turned woodwork, baked goods, 3D-printed art and handmade toys. “We’ve got five or six vendors confirmed already, and we’d love to add more,” he said. “As we go into the holiday season, it’s the perfect time for local crafters to showcase and sell their work.”
How to Participate
Participation is open to anyone who makes, builds or crafts — whether professionally or just for fun.

• Non-selling exhibitors can reserve a table for free to display their projects, talk to festival-goers about their craft and connect with other makers.
• Sellers can secure vendor space with a $25 donation to the Friends of the Waccamaw Library.