as in craftsman
a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands
as a crafter of handmade furniture, he's about the best there is
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Recent Examples of crafter
Many studies show similar results, which is no surprise to avid crafters.
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Annita Katee, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
The film — which follows a group of misfits who are pulled through a portal into a cubic world and guided by an expert crafter named Steve (played by Black) — debuted to a record $163 million domestic opening and ultimately grossed $960 million worldwide.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 30 May 2026
The event typically features more than 250 artists and crafters, multiple stages of live music, food vendors, carnival rides and a classic car show.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Other popular events include April’s Brewgaloo craft beer celebration and Artsplosure, a May festival with around 175 crafters, artisans, and visual artists.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Historians aren’t even sure exactly how they were wielded or crafted, so medieval weapons specialist and replica crafter Tod Todeschini decided to investigate for himself.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 May 2026
Moms looking for a personalized shopping experience on Mother’s Day weekend were able to find gifts from local vendors, including artists, crafters and food purveyors at the event.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Inspired by Southern artisans and crafters, the Patchwork Pie uses dough to form quilt-like patterns atop juicy, jammy fruit filling.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
The event included live entertainment, by the Westminster Municipal Band and Midnite Run, food trucks and vendors, children’s activities, military exhibits, crafters, face painters, balloon artists.
—Jeffrey F. Bill, Baltimore Sun, 3 May 2026
Annita Katee, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
The film — which follows a group of misfits who are pulled through a portal into a cubic world and guided by an expert crafter named Steve (played by Black) — debuted to a record $163 million domestic opening and ultimately grossed $960 million worldwide.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 30 May 2026
The event typically features more than 250 artists and crafters, multiple stages of live music, food vendors, carnival rides and a classic car show.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Other popular events include April’s Brewgaloo craft beer celebration and Artsplosure, a May festival with around 175 crafters, artisans, and visual artists.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Historians aren’t even sure exactly how they were wielded or crafted, so medieval weapons specialist and replica crafter Tod Todeschini decided to investigate for himself.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 May 2026
Moms looking for a personalized shopping experience on Mother’s Day weekend were able to find gifts from local vendors, including artists, crafters and food purveyors at the event.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Inspired by Southern artisans and crafters, the Patchwork Pie uses dough to form quilt-like patterns atop juicy, jammy fruit filling.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
The event included live entertainment, by the Westminster Municipal Band and Midnite Run, food trucks and vendors, children’s activities, military exhibits, crafters, face painters, balloon artists.
—Jeffrey F. Bill, Baltimore Sun, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafter
craftsman
Noun
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As a bespoke craftsman himself, Boateng is particular about his collaborations.—
Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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Superyachts that measure close to 400-feet long cost hundreds of millions of dollars and take countless craftsman and artisans many years to design and build.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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“Crafter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafter. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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