craftspeople

plural noun crafts·peo·ple \ ˈkraf(t)s-ˌpē-pəl \

|Updated on: 20 Jul 2018

Definition of craftspeople

: workers who practice a trade or craft

Recent Examples of craftspeople from the Web

Kelly tasked Joel & Son Fabrics in London along with additional Italian craftspeople with getting the imitation exactly right, according to People.

— caroline picard, Good Housekeeping, "Why Prince Louis and Prince George Wore a Different Christening Gown Than Prince William," 9 July 2018
The studio is based in Brooklyn, and is careful to work with local fabricators and craftspeople.

— madeleine luckel, Vogue, "16 of the Most Innovative Furniture Designers Who Manufacture in the U.S.," 4 July 2018
Earlier Wednesday, the royal couple indulged in some rural chatter with craftspeople and businesses — and watched a show put on by a Young Farmers’ group.

— simon perry, PEOPLE.com, "Prince Charles Shares Poignant Moment with Man Who Credits Royal with Helping Turn His Life Around," 4 July 2018
They are hyperfocused on presentation; even the serving pieces are made by local craftspeople.

— BostonGlobe.com, "Let Uncommon Feasts do the cooking," 11 June 2018
The festival also features music and dance on multiple stages and craftspeople demonstrating their trades.

— jim kiest, San Antonio Express-News, "This weekend’s Folklife Festival savors Texas’ many flavors," 6 June 2018
Dozens of artists and craftspeople from Cincinnati area sell unique works in photography, painting, jewelry, sculpture, glass, fiber, woodturning and more.

— rasputin todd, Cincinnati.com, "Things to do this week in Cincinnati: June 4-10," 4 June 2018
And the division between the craftspeople and the actors and executives on the 54-member board has been a source of long-standing tension.

— rebecca keegan, HWD, "Oscar Voters Face Another Big Decision," 1 June 2018
Heimat Atlantica was born with the aim to protect, highlight, and add value to the craftspeople from the Atlantic coast by working closely with them and helping to create a real profitable business for them.

— brooke bobb, Vogue, "Heimat Atlantica Offers a Collection of Basket Bags That Stand Out Among the Rest," 26 Mar. 2018

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