Destination Craft with Jim West
Host Jim West travels with a small group of crafters to discover, participate and celebrate in the traditions, arts, culture, scenery, and food of each destination. Throughout the series, West introduces viewers to exotic and beautiful countries across the globe, showcasing master indigenous artists in both workshop and demonstrations.
Destination Craft with Jim West Previous Broadcasts
Poland (Episode #104H)
KQED Plus: Sun, Feb 10, 2019 -- 7:30 PM
Jim West travels to the Warsaw and Krakow areas of Poland where master artisans teach how to make traditional Polish folk dolls, stained glass, and exquisite pottery. He makes Polish pierogi, visits the Wieliczka Salt Mines, and travels to a small "painted" village. He also sees the largest piece of lace in the world.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Feb 11, 2019 -- 1:30 AM
Guatemala (Episode #103H)
KQED Plus: Sun, Feb 3, 2019 -- 7:30 PM
Jim West travels to colorful Guatemala where master artisans teach cotton dying, back strap and loom weaving, hand embroidery, pine needle basket making, and crafting functional mats from the reeds found in Lake Atitlon. Jim makes tasty tamales, learns about iron work and creates an artistic journal with celebrity artist Pam Holland.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Feb 4, 2019 -- 1:30 AM
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