National Handmade Day
National Handmade Day is a reminder that making something with your hands is still one of the best feelings we've got.
About this celebration
Founded 2018 by NDC & From Scratch Farm
How to celebrate
Small, doable ways to celebrate National Handmade Day.
- Fix one thing you've been meaning to fix.
- Teach someone how to use a tool they don't own yet.
- Tip and review the tradesperson who helped you recently.
- Tidy the toolbox, the shop, or the junk drawer.
- Support a local hardware store this week.
Celebration ideas by audience
For families
Fix one thing together. Let the kids hand you the tools.
For kids
Teach them the name and use of one tool — really teach it.
For couples
Pick a weekend project and actually finish it.
At the office
Acknowledge the facilities and maintenance team — they are your office.
At school
Highlight trades as real, valuable career paths.
In your community
Support a local trade school, apprenticeship, or rebuilding program.
On your own
Tune up your toolbox or workspace. It pays you back.