Tag: woodworking

Atlanta is a city of trees. But trees fall, or have to be taken down, and then need to be disposed of from streets and backyards alike. If the wood is of high value, the tree gets a chance at a second life as a useful piece of lumber. If not, it will likely end up in a landfill—the fate of thousands of urban trees every year in and around Atlanta. For woodworkers Kelly and Ali Syed, this “tragic waste” is what inspired them to act.

Long before Amy Sedaris picked up her glue gun or Etsy revved up a new generation of artisans, the American Craft Council helped build public appreciation for fine crafts. When the ACC Show returns to the Cobb Galleria Centre from March 14 to 16, the attraction will mark its twenty-fifth year in Atlanta. We recommend going to the show for motivation, then releasing your own inner artist with some of these local classes.