Handcrafted America

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  • TV-G
  • 2016
  • 3 Seasons
  • 8.9  (68)

Handcrafted America is a delightful TV series that aired on INSP from 2016 to 2018. The show celebrates American artisans and craftsmen who create beautiful and unique handmade products with their hands, passion, and skill. The show aims to showcase the inspiring stories of these craftsmen and their families, their dedication to preserving traditional techniques, and their unyielding drive to pursue their passion.

The show is hosted by Jill Wagner, a well-known actress and television host. Jill is deeply passionate about crafts, and it shows in her enthusiasm for the people she meets and the incredible things they create. She is the perfect guide to this fascinating world of American craftsmanship, offering an engaging and authentic perspective on every story.

Handcrafted America features three main artisans: Paul Cunningham, Adam Desrosiers, and Jill's co-host and partner in crafting, Dean Houser. Paul is a seasoned, award-winning blacksmith who utilizes both traditional and modern techniques to create beautiful and functional metalwork. Adam is a young, energetic glass blower who weaves intricate patterns into his one-of-a-kind vessels. Dean, Jill's co-host, is a skilled woodworker with a passion for the rich history of antique furniture.

Each episode of Handcrafted America takes viewers on a journey to discover the unique stories of artisans, their inspiration, and their painstaking process of creating beautiful works of art. From the tiny glass beads of the Native American Navajo tribe to the beautiful hand-carved wooden canoes of the Abenaki tribe, the show is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of America's indigenous peoples.

In addition to the indigenous crafts, the show also explores the stories of local artisans who create beautiful products such as handmade cheese, custom-made leather boots, and pottery. The show captures the human stories behind each unique product and the love that goes into its creation.

The show offers viewers an inside look into the studios, workshops, and homes of the artisans. We see the materials they use, the tools they employ, and the techniques they have mastered over the years. We also get to know the families, friends, and community who support and inspire these talented artisans.

Through its captivating storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and engaging interviews, Handcrafted America offers viewers a unique way to appreciate and understand the value of handmade products. The show is a wonderful reminder of the beauty and satisfaction of creating things by hand and the importance of preserving traditional craftsmanship for future generations. Without a doubt, Handcrafted America is an inspiring and uplifting show that will leave viewers feeling grateful for the unique beauty and craftsmanship of the American people.

In conclusion, Handcrafted America is an extraordinary TV series that will leave viewers inspired, entertained, and enlightened about the unique world of American craftsmanship. The show celebrates the beauty and value of traditional craftsmanship and offers an inside look into the fascinating lives of talented artisans. Jill Wagner, Paul Cunningham, and Adam Desrosiers do a fantastic job of bringing the show to life with their engaging personalities and passion for their crafts. If you love crafts, traditional techniques or simply appreciate the unique beauty of handmade products, this show is a must-watch.

Handcrafted America is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (39 episodes). The series first aired on March 1, 2016.

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Seasons
Wristwatches, Cowboy Whips, Luminarias
13. Wristwatches, Cowboy Whips, Luminarias
November 3, 2017
Host Jill Wagner travels the country on a quest to find talented craftsmen who still make incredible items by hand. Philadelphia is home to watch maker Roland Murphy who doesn’t just assemble watches from acquired parts, but is actually making more than 90% of the pieces himself. In Otis Orchard, Idaho, Jill gets crackin’ with Joe Strain who makes bullwhips used around the world and even in popular movies like Indiana Jones. Last stop is Edgewater, Maryland, where former boat maker Allen Cady uses his woodworking skills to transform a find of rare heart of pine lumber into translucent luminaries.
Recycled Wood Guitars, Silver Teapots, Infinity Bookshelf
12. Recycled Wood Guitars, Silver Teapots, Infinity Bookshelf
October 27, 2017
Host Jill Wagner travels the country on a quest to find talented craftsmen who still make incredible items by hand. Detroit, Michigan rocks again, thanks to Mark Wallace. His company reclaims wood from dilapidated, historic buildings in the city and turns them into amazing electric guitars. Down in Charleston, South Carolina, Kaminer Haislip crafts sleek, modern teapots using silver and exotic woods. Her work is exhibited in museums the world over. And in Monroe, Georgia, Eric McKenna left a desk job to follow his dream of woodworking and now bends and joins wood to create his infinity shaped bookcase.
Metal Handbags, Razors, Neon Signs
11. Metal Handbags, Razors, Neon Signs
October 20, 2017
Host Jill Wagner travels the country on a quest to find talented craftsmen who still make incredible items by hand. Wendy Stevens was told that her idea for making purses from stainless steel was impossible. Yet today, outside of Boyertown, Pennsylvania, she is creating a line of coveted metal purses. In Baltimore, Maryland, Dan Janssen is turning exotic woods and semi-precious gemstones into heirloom quality razors. Last stop, Las Vegas, where Jill learns from Paul Macias how he and his family have been lighting up the city by turning colored glass tubes into classic neon signs for decades.
Glass and Metal Faucets, Steamer Trunks, Shuffleboard Tables
10. Glass and Metal Faucets, Steamer Trunks, Shuffleboard Tables
October 13, 2017
Host Jill Wagner meets two friends in Maryland who fuse their metal and glass working skills to make faucets. A woodworker in Michigan creates classic steamer trunks. In Georgia, a second-generation family builds shuffleboard tables.
Canoes, Adirondack Chairs, Wood Music Stands
9. Canoes, Adirondack Chairs, Wood Music Stands
October 6, 2017
Host Jill Wagner visits a maker in Georgia crafting wood canoes. In Michigan, Jill finds a self-taught woodworker who is making state shaped Adirondack chairs. In Idaho, Jill discovers someone hitting the right note making intricate wood music stands.
River Fishing Nets, Standup Paddle Boards, Aluminum Tables
8. River Fishing Nets, Standup Paddle Boards, Aluminum Tables
September 29, 2017
Host Jill Wagner travels the country on a quest to find talented craftsmen who still make incredible items by hand. Denny Carson of Spokane, Washington, is a woodworker and catch-and-release fisherman who marries his two passions to make stone-studded fishing nets. Heath Van Den Bogaert is a stand up paddleboard maker in Deerfield Beach, Florida who shows Jill that his custom made boards are not just for hitting the water during the daylight hours. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, furniture maker Peter Handler creates whimsical tables using local hardwoods and brightly colored aluminum in a process not usually used to make furniture.
Lightning Etched Lighting, Driftwood Pens, Straw Hats
7. Lightning Etched Lighting, Driftwood Pens, Straw Hats
September 22, 2017
Host Jill Wagner learns how a Detroit woodworker uses electricity to paint light fixtures. In Maryland, an airline pilot finds fragile driftwood to make unique pens. An award-winning South Carolina hat maker is creating museum-quality sinamy hats.
Saddle Shoes, Fluted Ceramic Stoneware, Spanish Lanterns
6. Saddle Shoes, Fluted Ceramic Stoneware, Spanish Lanterns
September 15, 2017
Jill Wagner visits a fourth generation Nebraskan shoemaker; in South Carolina, a potter incorporates his backyard greenery into stoneware; in California, a couple recreates historical Spanish lanterns.
Fire Screens, Toy Cars, and Pine Needle Baskets
5. Fire Screens, Toy Cars, and Pine Needle Baskets
September 8, 2017
In South Carolina, a smith makes fire screens in the shape of natural bamboo; in Nebraska, a woodworker makes nostalgic toy cars; a Mississippi woman weaves baskets with materials found in nature.
Glass Piggy Banks, Espresso Machines, Rubboards
4. Glass Piggy Banks, Espresso Machines, Rubboards
September 1, 2017
A glassblower produces piggy banks in Florida; a California crafter makes espresso machines; in Louisiana, an artisan makes rub-boards, one of the only instruments created in America.
Street Tiles, Hammocks, and Glass Doors
3. Street Tiles, Hammocks, and Glass Doors
August 25, 2017
A husband-wife team recreate street tiles in New Orleans; a Georgia man makes innovative hammocks; in Nevada, a glass sculptor creates beautiful, carved glass doors.
Salvaged Stools, Baby Wraps, and Porch Swings
2. Salvaged Stools, Baby Wraps, and Porch Swings
August 18, 2017
In New Orleans, a craftsman makes colorful stools from hurricane debris; in Alabama, a woman expertly weaves fashionable, functional baby wraps; in Nevada, a woodworker builds beautiful one-of-a-kind porch swings.
Spear Guns, Wood and Tile Cabinets, and Pewter Goblets
1. Spear Guns, Wood and Tile Cabinets, and Pewter Goblets
August 11, 2017
In Florida, Jill Wagner dives deep with a fisherman who makes spear guns as accurate as they are beautiful; in Nevada, a female woodworker builds one-of-a-kind wood and tile benches; in California, a metal smith makes pewter chalices fit for kings.
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Where to Watch Handcrafted America
Handcrafted America is available for streaming on the insp website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Handcrafted America on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon, Hoopla, Tubi TV and Peacock.
  • Premiere Date
    March 1, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    8.9  (68)