as in craftsmen
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 crafters
Some crafters take it a step further, selling their pieces online or at local markets.
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Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
Nurphoto | Getty Images F1 building sets range from Duplo sets for preschool children, traditional sets for casual builders and Lego Technic sets for more advanced crafters.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Many crafters and hobbyists also feel a strong sense of community among their peers.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
The meetup is intended to be a space for crafters of all skill levels to mingle and bring a project to work on.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Savvy crafters and scrapbookers have been using everyday items that would typically end up in the garbage — such as receipts, fabric scraps, packaging and more — as materials in their junk journals.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Sullivan works with a large number of crafters and artisans from the local Connecticut area and way beyond.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
This works because soap creates a convenient, dual-purpose storage and maintenance solution for sewing tools, especially for DIY enthusiasts or crafters.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Since the closure of JoAnn Fabrics in spring 2025, crafters, quilters and sewers across Louisville have been finding new places to buy fabric and materials.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Dec. 2025
Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
Nurphoto | Getty Images F1 building sets range from Duplo sets for preschool children, traditional sets for casual builders and Lego Technic sets for more advanced crafters.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Many crafters and hobbyists also feel a strong sense of community among their peers.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
The meetup is intended to be a space for crafters of all skill levels to mingle and bring a project to work on.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Savvy crafters and scrapbookers have been using everyday items that would typically end up in the garbage — such as receipts, fabric scraps, packaging and more — as materials in their junk journals.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Sullivan works with a large number of crafters and artisans from the local Connecticut area and way beyond.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
This works because soap creates a convenient, dual-purpose storage and maintenance solution for sewing tools, especially for DIY enthusiasts or crafters.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Since the closure of JoAnn Fabrics in spring 2025, crafters, quilters and sewers across Louisville have been finding new places to buy fabric and materials.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafters
Noun
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In this case, these ancient craftsmen figured out how to sparingly use Cinnabar, which spoke less to the affluent family’s budget, but rather a common practice to mix iron oxide and cinnabar that included a primer.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
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Contractors donated labor, neighbors brought materials, and craftsmen recreated details that no longer existed anywhere else.—
Jimmy Jellinek,
SPIN,
7 Apr. 2026
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Even the stone walls, leather chairs and wooden desks are all by regional artisans and stone masons.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Handmade crafts will be available in the festival’s 200 shops, and artisans will demonstrate their skills.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Crafters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafters. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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