Upcoming Events
Nest x Gap Inc. Holiday Makers Market
Nest and Gap Inc. are teaming back up to host the 2025 Holiday Makers Market on December 5 + 6!
This market is an opportunity for shoppers to engage with and shop from local makers, artists, and craftspeople, and celebrate the creative spirit of the Bay Area during the holiday season.
2026 Tory Burch Fellows Program | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program connects extraordinary women entrepreneurs with the essential tools to scale, lead and shape the economy. Most importantly, Fellows engage with decision-makers and founders who are committed to growing together and building with intention. Deadline to apply is November 11th, 2025 at 11:59pm EST.
2025 American Craft Convening
Nest heads to NYC along with Hermès to host an immersive 2-day convening of American craftsmanship. The convening will harness the Hermès team’s knowledge and expertise and explore ways to develop skills and business knowledge as a US maker.
Makers United Chicago Creative Summit
We are bringing together Chicago’s most enterprising makers for an immersive day of inspiration and connection. The Creative Summit is a free, one-day experience for Chicago makers to connect with their community, learn from one another, and leave with tangible clarity and momentum for their business.
Makers United Chicago Creative Summit | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! We are bringing together Chicago’s most enterprising makers for an immersive day of inspiration and connection. The Creative Summit is a free, one-day experience for Chicago makers to connect with their community, learn from one another, and leave with tangible clarity and momentum for their business.
Nest x Gap Inc. Holiday Makers Market | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! Nest and Gap Inc. are teaming back up to host the 2025 Holiday Makers Market on December 5 + 6!
This market is an opportunity for shoppers to engage with and shop from local makers, artists, and craftspeople, and celebrate the creative spirit of the Bay Area during the holiday season.
Reminder: Apply for the Makers United Chicago Creative Summit
We are bringing together Chicago’s most enterprising makers for an immersive day of inspiration and connection. The Creative Summit is a free, one-day experience for Chicago makers to connect with their community, learn from one another, and leave with tangible clarity and momentum for their business.
2025 Heritage Craft Prize
Nest is heading to Austin, TX for our third annual Heritage Craft Prize, in partnership with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott. The Prize will celebrate artists and craftspeople who are blazing their own trail by reimagining heritage craft techniques through the use of innovative motifs and materials.
Nest x Gap Inc. Holiday Makers Market | Applications Open
Nest and Gap Inc. are teaming back up to host the 2025 Holiday Makers Market on December 5 + 6!
This market is an opportunity for shoppers to engage with and shop from local makers, artists, and craftspeople, and celebrate the creative spirit of the Bay Area during the holiday season.
American Craft Convening | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! Hermès joins Nest to host an immersive 2-day convening of American craftsmanship in New York City. Join us on Friday, October 24 and Saturday, October 25 to harness the Hermès team’s knowledge and expertise and explore ways to develop your skills and business knowledge as a US maker. Applications will be accepted through September 2, 2025.
Yellow Rose Houston + Little Love Parcels Workshop
Join Little Love Parcels for an intro to embroidery class. Each guest will be customizing their own embroidered Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott tote bag. RSVP below space is limited!
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Houston Store
642 Yale St suite c, Houston, TX
5pm - 7pm (CST)
Yellow Rose Dallas + Scent & Fire Workshop
Join us for a complimentary Scent & Fire fragrance making class in partnership with Nest. Accessorize with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott jewelry and a custom fragrance to top off your look!
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Dallas Store
3699 McKinney Ave #105-b, Dallas, TX
5pm - 7pm (CST)
Yellow Rose SOCO + Mercedez Rex Workshop
Join us for a complimentary Silk Scarf Marbling class taught by Mercedez Rex in partnership with Nest. Accessorize with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott jewelry and a custom silk scarf your look!
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Flagship Store
1700 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX
10am - 12pm (CST)
Makers Future Fund | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! Through the Makers Future Fund, selected makers will participate in intensive coaching and financial readiness training and receive a $5,000 'business boost' grant.
All US-based craft businesses are eligible to apply for this opportunity.
Applications for the 2025 Makers Future Fund will be accepted through July 14, 2025.
2025 Heritage Craft Prize | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! Nest is launching its third annual Heritage Craft Prize, in partnership with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott. The Prize will celebrate artists and craftspeople who are blazing their own trail by reimagining heritage craft techniques through the use of innovative motifs and materials.
Makers, artists, and craftspeople based in Texas are encouraged to enter a submission that demonstrates their technical mastery, as well as a thoughtful connection to cultural tradition through a singular, one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece.
Makers Future Fund | Applications Open
Through the Makers Future Fund, selected makers will participate in intensive coaching and financial readiness training and receive a $5,000 'business boost' grant.
All US-based craft businesses are eligible to apply for this opportunity.
Applications for the 2025 Makers Future Fund will be accepted through July 14, 2025.
Bay Area Maker Summit
Nest, along with Gap Inc., will host an intensive, two-day workshop designed to help you grow your creative business! Exclusively for Bay Area creatives, industry experts will lead participants through tailored lessons on key topics related to running and growing your creative business.
Nest Artisan Mark | Office Hours
Join us later this summer for office hours to learn more about the Nest Artisan Mark and how to showcase the impact of ethically made crafts.
2025 Heritage Craft Prize | Virtual Information Session
Interested in applying for the 2025 Heritage Craft Prize? Nest is hosting a virtual information session via Zoom on Wednesday, May 14th. Use the button below to register today! Learn more about the Heritage Craft Prize here.
Reminder: Apply for the 2025 Heritage Craft Prize
Nest is launching its third annual Heritage Craft Prize, in partnership with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott. The Prize will celebrate artists and craftspeople who are blazing their own trail by reimagining heritage craft techniques through the use of innovative motifs and materials.
Makers, artists, and craftspeople based in Texas are encouraged to enter a submission that demonstrates their technical mastery, as well as a thoughtful connection to cultural tradition through a singular, one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece.
Bay Area Maker Summit | Applications Close
Last chance to apply! Join Nest and Gap Inc. for two days of learning alongside other Bay Area creatives. Industry experts will lead participants through tailored lessons on key topics related to running and growing your creative business. Learn more.
Reminder: Apply for the Bay Area Maker Summit
Are you a maker in the Bay Area? Apply for a spot at our upcoming educational summit aimed at exploring ways to develop your skills and business knowledge as a US maker. Join Nest and Gap Inc. for two days of learning alongside other Bay Area creatives. Industry experts will lead participants through tailored lessons on key topics related to running and growing your creative business. Applications will be accepted through April 27th, 2025.
2025 Heritage Craft Prize | Applications Open
Nest is launching its third annual Heritage Craft Prize, in partnership with Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott. The Prize will celebrate artists and craftspeople who are blazing their own trail by reimagining heritage craft techniques through the use of innovative motifs and materials.
Makers, artists, and craftspeople based in Texas are encouraged to enter a submission that demonstrates their technical mastery, as well as a thoughtful connection to cultural tradition through a singular, one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece.
Bay Area Maker Summit | Applications Open
Are you a maker in the Bay Area? Apply for a spot at our upcoming educational summit aimed at exploring ways to develop your skills and business knowledge as a US maker. Join Nest and Gap Inc. for two days of learning alongside other Bay Area creatives. Industry experts will lead participants through tailored lessons on key topics related to running and growing your creative business.
American Craft Convening Application
Eligible makers are based in the United States and must be available to join an in-person convening in NYC, all expenses paid. Applications for the American Craft Convening are due by August 18. The application is available to Guild members on Nest Connect.
Craft as Business Workshop
Craft as Business Workshop hosted in partnership with renowned Manhattan-based architecture and interiors firm Studio DB. The workshop will cover Design, Sampling & Quality Control, Procurement & Shipping Logistics, and Marketing & PR. At this time, applications are closed.
Happy Hour at Hudson Yards
Guild members in NYC for the summer trade shows are invited to an informal gathering at Mercado Little Spain in Hudson Yards to spend time with fellow artisan business leaders and other Nest friends and family.
Nest Heritage Craft Prize Application
This Prize celebrates the artistic skill of five finalists with the winner receiving $25,000 to support their growing craft business. The application for this prize is available to Guild members on Nest Connect through August 5.
Nest at NY Now Summer Market
Visit Nest Guild members at our NY Now booth at this year’s summer market. A trade show dedicated to handcraft products in the gift, home, and accessories categories.

