History
Handmade Arcade provides craft-based artists, designers, and makers with opportunities to sell products, build community, network, and share their artistic practice. A pioneer in Pittsburgh's maker movement, Handmade Arcade bridges the gap between consumers and creators while increasing awareness about handmade, locally produced craft goods and processes. Handmade Arcade has helped catalyze the flourishing maker movement in Pittsburgh and transform the region's landscape of small arts and crafts businesses.
Specialties
Handmade Arcade celebrates the cutting edge of craft by connecting creators and consumers through making, sharing, and learning. We achieve this by inspiring creativity and experimentation through the process of making process; supporting creative commerce for local crafters, creative entrepreneurs, and small business owners; honoring the intersection of tradition and innovation; providing an alternative marketplace to mainstream retail; and creating a welcoming atmosphere that promotes inclusivity and diversity.