History of EVCA

    Hand crafts were born from necessity by our ancestors before automation came into existence especially in the South. As automation became more advanced the art of hand crafting waned for a time but a few people became interested in hand crafts and discovered it was a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. As more people picked up the hobby an appreciation grew from others who saw their usefulness as well as beauty and began purchasing the handcrafted items from the hobbyist.

    On January 22, 1995, a group of hobbyists met at the Chamber of Commerce building in Fayetteville, with hopes of forming an organization where hobbyists could meet, exchange, and encourage ideas, expand the field of hand crafts and find a means of selling their hand crafts through local craft shows. Thus was born the Elk Valley Crafters Association.