National Craft Month

March is National Craft Month

Elmwood Park, NJ / PRNewswire / - Crafting is booming and continues to gain in popularity. Why? Because it's an enjoyable activity that provides lots of benefits. It's easy; it helps reduce stress; it builds children's self-esteem and learning skills; it's emotionally pleasing; and most importantly — it's fun! Nothing is quite as satisfying as making something with your own hands — no matter what your age or skill level. Because crafting is such a well-liked pastime, the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) has dedicated the entire month of March to celebrating all that crafting has to offer.

During March, craft retailers around the country will offer special classes, demonstrations, tips and projects to get customers involved. Craft and hobby retailers nationwide will offer a variety of fun-filled craft activities to introduce families and kids to the joys of crafting. All are encouraged to take that great kid in their lives — a child, grandchild, niece/nephew, neighbor or someone who is simply a kid at heart — to their local craft store to enjoy the festivities.

"Crafting is a great way for families to get together, be creative and have a good time," stated Terri Ouellette, national spokesperson for the Craft & Hobby Association. "National Craft Month provides consumers with the information and tools needed to start a craft project and to experience first hand the good feelings that crafting fosters."

National Craft Month is the perfect time to check out what all the buzz on crafting is about. To find out what is going on in your area during National Craft Month, call your local craft store or visit www.craftplace.org for additional information about crafts and National Craft Month.

The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) is a not-for-profit organization consisting of more than 6,000 member companies engaged in the manufacture, distribution and retail sales of products in the $30 billion craft and hobby industry. The Association offers a broad range of member services, including market research, education and consumer branding initiatives, as well as operates two annual trade show events, the CHA Winter and CHA Summer Shows that attract industry professionals from all over the world.