11TH ANNUAL PUNTA GORDA CRAFT FESTIVAL
SLATED FOR SEPTEMBER 20-21, 2008
SULLIVAN STREET, PUNTA GORDA

PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA (date, 2008) – The Punta Gorda Craft Festival celebrates its 11th anniversary on September 20 – 21, 2008, as Sullivan Street is transformed into an outdoor craft art showcase complete with 150 crafters with affordable original works available for sale. Admission is free and open to the public.

In order to ensure a superior event with quality affordable original crafts, all of the local and national craft artists have been hand-selected from hundreds of applicants by American Craft Endeavors, producers of the top outdoor craft festivals in the country.

Whether you are a craft enthusiast or looking for that unique one-of-a-kind gift item, there is something for everyone. From folk art, pottery, handmade jewelry and paintings, to personalized gifts, handmade clothing, scented soaps and body products, a full spectrum of craft art mediums will be on display and for sale with prices ranging from as little as $3 to $3,000.

All of the crafters will be at the festival with their work, giving visitors the opportunity to talk with the crafters, learn about their art and what inspires them, and of course purchase original pieces.

Festival Hours: Saturday, September 20, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday, September 21, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Location: Sullivan Street, Punta Gorda

About American Craft Endeavors:
American Craft Endeavors produces some of the nation’s most exciting craft shows, including the Siesta Fiesta Craft Festival, the Delray Beach Craft Festival and the Annual Downtown Sarasota Craft Festival, just to name a few. The group’s founders personally select unique, culture rich cities for their show locations providing a complete outdoor experience unmatched by other festivals.

For additional information on the 11th Annual Punta Gorda Craft Festival and other American Craft Endeavors craft shows across the country, visit www.artfestival.com.

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Media Notes:
•Show organizers and various crafters are available for advance interviews.
•Photos of craft festivals, participating crafters and their work are available by contacting Misty Pinson at misty@artfestivals.com or 954-341-2535.