Craft and Material Studies

The MET's online collection of almost 400,000 items includes metalwork, jewelry, textiles, ceramics and wood, and can be explored through high resolution images that can be sorted by material, geography or era.

The V&A has one of the finest and most comprehensive collections of decorative arts in the world, including jewelry, metalwork, ceramics, glass, textiles and furniture. Read articles, watch videos, and browse their collections online.

International contemporary craft and decorative arts including metalwork, jewelry, glass and ceramics. Browse highlights from their online.

"The Metal Museum is the only institution in the United States devoted exclusively to the art and craft of fine metalwork. At the Metal Museum you can see works of art, see artists work, learn the craft and craft the art. "

More than 3,500 years of glass history, from the glass portrait of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh to contemporary sculpture made in glass.

Over 7000 examples of significant ceramic achievements of the world’s cultures from ancient times to the present. Images from the collection are available on Flickr.

A list of states with museums that have craft holdings provided by the American Craft Council.

Videos and other resources explaining the art-making techniques of Asian art and design, including lacquerware, textiles, woodwork and more.

Voices in Studio Glass History: Art and Craft, Maker and Place, and the Critical Writings and Photography of Paul Hollister rethinks and reinterprets the history of postwar American studio glass.

The Black Craftspeople Digital Archive brings together scholars, students, museums and archives professionals and the public to collaborate and spread the story of black craftspeople.

A select list of resources for students, teachers, and researchers to learn about Decorative Arts and Design.

"Mission: Lead jewelers and consumers in becoming informed activists for responsible mining, sustainable economic development and verified, ethical sources of materials used in making jewelry."

"Discover new techniques and sharpen your skills with instructional how to videos and follow along with printable written instructions."

Videos on jewelry fabrication techniques including soldering, PMC, beading and more.

Video tutorials for assorted beading techniques including peyote stitch and looming.

Through Shapeways, designers gain access to the best industrial 3D printing technology, capable of manufacturing products with complex designs in a wide range of high-quality materials. The Shapeways community can sell their products, share ideas, and get feedback from creative consumers and other designers around the world.

Design, print and sell custom fabric, wallpaper & gift wrap on-demand.

Artists demonstrate a range of techniques, including glassblowing, weaving, pottery, and leathercraft.

A nonprofit organization dedicated to championing contemporary American craft. Programs include annual juried shows presenting artists and their work, a specialized library, workshops, seminars and conferences, and more.

"SNAG supports and advances the professional practice of artists, designers, jewelers and metalsmiths." Features events, news, resources and maker profiles.

"Engages and sustains a community for ceramic art, teaching and learning through programming that affects professional artists, K-12 schools, community centers, universities, museums, galleries, businesses, organizations, collectors and enthusiasts of ceramic art."