From wholesale trade floors to consumer festivals, the Handicraft family connects makers, buyers, and retailers across every corner of the craft industry.
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Wholesale trade floors for retail buyers. Consumer festivals open to all makers. Browse the full portfolio below.
Browse Events →Grow Your Brand.
Spring trade, fall trade, consumer spring, consumer fall — exhibit across the full portfolio and own every touchpoint in the craft industry.
Exhibitor Options →“Koelnmesse’s commitment to professional management and global reach is exactly what this industry has needed. Houston gives us a second, strategically timed opportunity to meet dealers and educators face-to-face.”
“The industry needs a stable, well-organized Fall marketplace where real business gets done. Koelnmesse’s professionalism and proven delivery with h+h americas give us confidence that Houston will become an essential part of our annual sales cycle.”
“We’ve seen how h+h americas has raised the bar for the U.S. craft industry. A Fall edition in Texas perfectly aligns with our release schedule and supports independent retailers planning ahead for the new season.”
“For smaller and mid-size suppliers like us, a Houston show is a game-changer—central location, easier logistics, and a show culture built on real customer engagement.”
The Craft Industry’s
North American Home.
Koelnmesse Inc. is the North American subsidiary of Koelnmesse GmbH — one of the world’s largest trade fair organizers, based in Cologne, Germany. We produce trade fairs and consumer festivals for the craft, fiber, textile, quilting, sewing, and handmade industry, building on the legacy of h+h cologne, which has run since 1949.
B2B Trade Shows.
h+h americas and h+h americas Fall are wholesale-only trade events for craft industry professionals. Free for qualified trade buyers. The primary annual buying moments for North American craft retail.
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Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival is an open-to-all consumer celebration of fiber, fabric, and handmade creativity. 7,270 attendees. 276+ exhibitors. Classes, competitions, and community.
View Festivals →h+h cologne.
h+h cologne is the world’s leading trade fair for handicrafts and hobbies, produced by Koelnmesse GmbH in Cologne, Germany since 1949. The original — and the global standard-setter for the craft industry.
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One Conversation.
Four Events.
No individual show site can offer spring trade + fall trade + consumer spring + consumer fall in one conversation. We can. Apply directly to a specific show, or tell us about your brand and we’ll find the right fit across the portfolio.
Not sure which shows fit? Five fields. We’ll take it from there.
Shop the Shows.
Rep your favorite craft show with official h+h americas merchandise. T-shirts, tote bags, and accessories for makers who wear their passion proudly.
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Business.
Experience h+h cologne — the world's leading global handicraft trade event. Join us in Cologne, Germany, April 2–4, 2027, to connect with industry leaders, discover the latest trends, and spark your creativity.
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Questions, Answered.
The most common questions about attending, exhibiting, and the difference between our trade shows and consumer festivals.
Still have questions? Contact us →What is h+h americas?
h+h americas is the leading wholesale trade show for the craft, fiber, textile, and needlework industry in North America. Produced by Koelnmesse Inc., it brings together exhibitors, buyers, and brand leaders for three days of sourcing, product launches, and industry education each spring. The next edition is May 5–7, 2027 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Admission is free for qualified trade buyers.
What is h+h americas Fall?
h+h americas Fall is the fall edition of h+h americas, designed for second-half buying cycles. Launching in Houston in 2026, the inaugural edition runs September 30 – October 2, 2026 at Reliant Center (formerly NRG Center). It is built for buyers placing fall and holiday inventory orders. Admission is free for qualified trade buyers.
What is Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival?
Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival is the largest consumer craft festival in the Midwest. It celebrates fiber, fabric, quilting, knitting, sewing, and handmade creativity. The 2026 edition drew 7,270 unique attendees and 12,556 total daily entries to Rosemont, Illinois. The next edition is April 30 – May 2, 2027. The festival is open to consumers — tickets are required.
Who can attend h+h americas?
h+h americas and h+h americas Fall are trade-only events. Attendance is limited to qualified trade buyers, retailers, distributors, designers, sales representatives, and industry professionals. Trade verification is required during registration. Consumer attendees and the general public are not eligible but are welcome at Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival.
How much do tickets to Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival cost?
Fiber+Fabric Craft Festival offers multiple ticket options: 1-Day pass, 3-Day pass, and package options. Individual classes start from $45. Early-bird pricing is typically available six to nine months before each edition. Check fiberfabriccraft.com for current pricing.
How do I apply to exhibit?
Exhibitors can apply directly through each event's page. Booth packages start with a 10×10 footprint and scale to custom configurations. Contact [email protected] or call 773.326.9920.
Is press accreditation available?
Yes. Working journalists, podcasters, content creators, influencers, and editorial media may apply for press accreditation. Email [email protected].
Who organizes h+h americas?
h+h americas is organized by Koelnmesse Inc., the North American subsidiary of Koelnmesse GmbH — one of the largest trade fair organizers in the world, based in Cologne, Germany. Koelnmesse Inc. is led by Darrin Stern, Managing Director and President.