Tools of the Trades

A man with dreadlocks sitting on a stool in a workshop with sewing machines and fabric on tables and shelves.

2026

Join us

March 19-20

Tools of the Trades is a hybrid conference designed

for makers by makers,

focused on connecting artisans to business resources in Philadelphia and beyond.

NextFab

CraftNow

Laser Philly

NextFab • CraftNow • Laser Philly •

Meet our SPEAKERS

Meet our

SPEAKERS

A group of diverse women gathered around a table in a bright workshop or classroom, listening to a woman at the front who is wearing glasses and a plaid blazer, with a laptop open in front of her.
Three women smiling and chatting around a high table at an indoor event, with coffee cups and a soda can on the table, and a crowded background with other people.
Three women hugging and smiling against a light blue background.

GROWTH

COMMUNITY

KNOWLEDGE

Thank you to our sponsors and partners!

 Tools of the Trades is made possible through the generosity, collaboration, and belief of organizations that are committed to supporting artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs. These partners help ensure that our programming remains accessible, practical, and rooted in real-world resources for the creative community.

We’re deeply grateful for their investment in this work and in the people we serve.

Interested in becoming a sponsor or partner?

Make an Impact Today

When you give, you invest in progress and help drive economic impact in creative communities.

Become a Sponsor

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A circular blue rubber stamp with the words 'Tools of the Trade' inside.
A circular blue rubber stamp with the words 'Tools of the Trade' inside.
A circular blue rubber stamp with the words 'Tools of the Trade' inside.
A circular blue rubber stamp with the words 'Tools of the Trade' inside.
A circular blue rubber stamp with the words 'Tools of the Trade' inside.

Contact us at

info@toolsofthetrades.org

with questions