Folkcraft Shop Blog
Inaugural Second Saturday Clinic
Had a great time at today's Second Saturday Clinic. Classes seemed to go well, no problems with the new PA system (thanks to sound expert Richard Reprogle), artists (Tull Glazener...
Inaugural Second Saturday Clinic
Had a great time at today's Second Saturday Clinic. Classes seemed to go well, no problems with the new PA system (thanks to sound expert Richard Reprogle), artists (Tull Glazener...
Tull Glazener In The House
We h ad a great time at today's Second Saturday Clinic. The classes seemed to go well, no problems with the new PA system (thanks to sound expert Richard Reprogle),...
Tull Glazener In The House
We h ad a great time at today's Second Saturday Clinic. The classes seemed to go well, no problems with the new PA system (thanks to sound expert Richard Reprogle),...
Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat
I just got back from the Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat. The festival featured Guy George, Sharrie George, and of course, Bing Futch. Setup with Bing and Guy We managed...
Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat
I just got back from the Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat. The festival featured Guy George, Sharrie George, and of course, Bing Futch. Setup with Bing and Guy We managed...
First Black Swamp Jam
First Black Swamp Jam Today's Black Swamp Jam - we had fifty-six mountain dulcimer players in the first session. The second session then added another dozen or so players on...
First Black Swamp Jam
First Black Swamp Jam Today's Black Swamp Jam - we had fifty-six mountain dulcimer players in the first session. The second session then added another dozen or so players on...
Stick Dulcimer
Steve has been working on a "stick" dulcimer - mostly neck, with a small body, held like a guitar/ukulele/dulcilele. The main parts are done enough to see how things will...
Stick Dulcimer
Steve has been working on a "stick" dulcimer - mostly neck, with a small body, held like a guitar/ukulele/dulcilele. The main parts are done enough to see how things will...
Fun Inlay Work
We just shipped a new dulcimer with a (customer designed) logo inlaid into the head. Walnut head, maple inlay. Design (letters JT in a circle) was engraved into the maple...
Fun Inlay Work
We just shipped a new dulcimer with a (customer designed) logo inlaid into the head. Walnut head, maple inlay. Design (letters JT in a circle) was engraved into the maple...
Black Swamp Jam Starts Soon
Folkcraft is honored to be both sponsoring and hosting a new monthly acoustic instrument jam. Beginning on Saturday, January 26, 2013, the "Black Swamp Jam" will be held in the...
Black Swamp Jam Starts Soon
Folkcraft is honored to be both sponsoring and hosting a new monthly acoustic instrument jam. Beginning on Saturday, January 26, 2013, the "Black Swamp Jam" will be held in the...
Monthly Ukulele Jams
Folkcraft instruments is now hosting a monthly jam session for ukulele players! The flyer for the True-Ukes monthly jam Here's a link so you can download the PDF of the...
Monthly Ukulele Jams
Folkcraft instruments is now hosting a monthly jam session for ukulele players! The flyer for the True-Ukes monthly jam Here's a link so you can download the PDF of the...
Open House
Join us on Thursday, September 27, 2012 as we host an open house at our shop. Steve will be giving tours of the wood shop. Steve Richard will be playing...
Open House
Join us on Thursday, September 27, 2012 as we host an open house at our shop. Steve will be giving tours of the wood shop. Steve Richard will be playing...
2012 Midwest Uke Fest Recap
Folkcraft put on its first annual ukulele festival this year. The Midwest Uke Fest had a successful inaugural event. Instructors were Peter "Madcat" Ruth, Bing Futch, Butch Ross, and Ehukai...
2012 Midwest Uke Fest Recap
Folkcraft put on its first annual ukulele festival this year. The Midwest Uke Fest had a successful inaugural event. Instructors were Peter "Madcat" Ruth, Bing Futch, Butch Ross, and Ehukai...
2012 Indiana Dulcimer Festival Recap
On July 13, 14, and 15, 2012 Folkcraft Instruments hosted the third annual Indiana Dulcimer Festival. We had a slew of top-tier instructors - Bing Futch, Steve Seifert, Lois Hornbostel,...
2012 Indiana Dulcimer Festival Recap
On July 13, 14, and 15, 2012 Folkcraft Instruments hosted the third annual Indiana Dulcimer Festival. We had a slew of top-tier instructors - Bing Futch, Steve Seifert, Lois Hornbostel,...
2012 Dulcimer Gathering Recap
Back in April we held the first annual Dulcimer Gathering. We hired great artist/instructors, had small classes, and really enjoyed the festival. Next year's event looks to be even better,...
2012 Dulcimer Gathering Recap
Back in April we held the first annual Dulcimer Gathering. We hired great artist/instructors, had small classes, and really enjoyed the festival. Next year's event looks to be even better,...
Three Fun Festivals
Three Fun Festivals Happy New Year! Registration is now open for all three of Folkcraft's 2012 music festivals. We're very excited about the return of Indiana Dulcimer Festival (now in...
Three Fun Festivals
Three Fun Festivals Happy New Year! Registration is now open for all three of Folkcraft's 2012 music festivals. We're very excited about the return of Indiana Dulcimer Festival (now in...
Folkcraft To Visit Wildwood Music
I'll be on hand for a question/answer and meet/greet on November 19, 2011 at Wildwood Music in Coshocton, Ohio. From 1 PM until 5 PM, you can see a nice...
Folkcraft To Visit Wildwood Music
I'll be on hand for a question/answer and meet/greet on November 19, 2011 at Wildwood Music in Coshocton, Ohio. From 1 PM until 5 PM, you can see a nice...
FolkRoots Travel Dulcimer Reissue
At Folkcraft, we're always looking to the future. We use computer-controlled tools, and we even (gasp!) put pickups in some of the instruments we build. But, we're always looking to...
FolkRoots Travel Dulcimer Reissue
At Folkcraft, we're always looking to the future. We use computer-controlled tools, and we even (gasp!) put pickups in some of the instruments we build. But, we're always looking to...
Whatzup - Indiana Dulcimer Festival Feature
What's up? Bing Futch on the cover of Whatzup, that's what's up! Whatzup, the arts and entertainment newspaper distributed free across 15 northeastern Indiana counties, features our friend Bing Futch...
Whatzup - Indiana Dulcimer Festival Feature
What's up? Bing Futch on the cover of Whatzup, that's what's up! Whatzup, the arts and entertainment newspaper distributed free across 15 northeastern Indiana counties, features our friend Bing Futch...
CBS Dulcimer Delivered
FedEx confirmed this week that the dulcimer we sent to CBS Sunday Morning has been delivered. If you haven't written to CBS already (or feel the need to write again...),...
CBS Dulcimer Delivered
FedEx confirmed this week that the dulcimer we sent to CBS Sunday Morning has been delivered. If you haven't written to CBS already (or feel the need to write again...),...
Bring CBS To The Indiana Dulcimer Festival!
In our constant effort to bring the Appalachian dulcimer to a bigger audience, we are asking for your help in bringing the CBS Sunday Morning news show to Woodburn, Indiana...
Bring CBS To The Indiana Dulcimer Festival!
In our constant effort to bring the Appalachian dulcimer to a bigger audience, we are asking for your help in bringing the CBS Sunday Morning news show to Woodburn, Indiana...
Musical Instrument Of The Year At Ronan's Recor...
The end of May is bit late in mentioning it, but we recently found out that Folkcraft Instruments was named 2010 "Musical Instrument Of The Year" for the first annual...
Musical Instrument Of The Year At Ronan's Recor...
The end of May is bit late in mentioning it, but we recently found out that Folkcraft Instruments was named 2010 "Musical Instrument Of The Year" for the first annual...
Folkcraft At Dulcimerville
Once again this year, Folkcraft Instruments will be displaying at Dulcimerville in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The festival runs from June 6 to June 11, 2011. As their website aptly...
Folkcraft At Dulcimerville
Once again this year, Folkcraft Instruments will be displaying at Dulcimerville in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The festival runs from June 6 to June 11, 2011. As their website aptly...
Harp Gathering Recap
Last weekend was Folkcraft's first harp festival in a long time. It has been at least five years since we ventured outside of events that cater to (primarily) fretted instruments....
Harp Gathering Recap
Last weekend was Folkcraft's first harp festival in a long time. It has been at least five years since we ventured outside of events that cater to (primarily) fretted instruments....
The Harp Gathering At Sauder Village
It's a bit "last minute," but we have just confirmed that Folkcraft Instruments will be exhibiting at The Harp Gathering at Sauder Village in Archbold, Ohio. The festival will be...
The Harp Gathering At Sauder Village
It's a bit "last minute," but we have just confirmed that Folkcraft Instruments will be exhibiting at The Harp Gathering at Sauder Village in Archbold, Ohio. The festival will be...
New Folkcraft Catalog
It has been a long time in the making, but the brand new catalog from Folkcraft Instruments is here! Linda Langhorst's "Dreadlocks and Dulcimer" graces the front page. Click the...
New Folkcraft Catalog
It has been a long time in the making, but the brand new catalog from Folkcraft Instruments is here! Linda Langhorst's "Dreadlocks and Dulcimer" graces the front page. Click the...
Ohio Valley Gathering Recap
Folkcraft exhibited its dulcimers last weekend at the Ohio Valley Gathering (OVG). This year's event was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was attended by about 500 people. The Folkcraft Display...
Ohio Valley Gathering Recap
Folkcraft exhibited its dulcimers last weekend at the Ohio Valley Gathering (OVG). This year's event was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was attended by about 500 people. The Folkcraft Display...