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Bakeries and Traditional Bread Making

Artisan breads, rolls, and traditional pastries crafted using time-honored...

Blacksmithing and Metal Work

Hand-forged tools and decorative metalwork

Book Binding and Paper Crafts

Traditional book binding, repair, and handmade paper and stationery items...

Broom Making and Natural Cleaning Tools

Handcrafted brooms, brushes, and cleaning implements made with traditional corn...

Butchery and Meat Processing

Traditional butchering techniques, sausage making, and meat preservation...

Cabinetry and Fine Woodworking

Custom cabinets, doors, and fine wooden items

Candle Making and Beeswax Products

Handmade candles, natural soaps, balms, polishes and other beeswax products...

Clock Making and Repair

Traditional mechanical clock creation and repair services, including watch...

Community Transportation Services

Van driving for longer distances and group transportation coordination for...

Construction and Contracting

Building, roofing, and other construction services

Custom Shoe Making and Repair

Handcrafted leather footwear creation and shoe and boot repair services using...

Draft Animal Training and Breeding

Horse and mule training for farm work, and work animal breeding programs to...

Farming and Agriculture

Fresh produce, plants, and farm-raised products

Farrier Services and Horseshoeing

Horse hoof care, shoeing, and draft animal equipment maintenance by skilled...

Food Production

Baked goods, preserves, and other homemade food items

Fruit Preservation and Canning

Jams, jellies, and preserved fruits produced using traditional canning and...

Funeral Services and Casket Making

Traditional burial preparation and handcrafted wooden caskets made according to...

German Language Instruction

Pennsylvania Dutch/German language teaching and translation services to...

Grain Milling and Processing

Flour and cornmeal production using traditional stone grinding and grain...

Harness and Leather Work

Leather goods, harnesses, and equipment

Hat Making and Millinery

Traditional hat crafting for men and women, including straw hat making for...

Heritage Seed Banking

Preservation of traditional crop varieties and community seed exchange...

Ice Harvesting and Cold Storage

Winter ice collection, preservation, and traditional cold storage construction...

Lightning Rod Installation

Traditional building protection and grounding system installation to protect...

Maple Sugaring

Traditional sap collection methods and wood-fired evaporation processes for...

Midwifery and Traditional Birth Services

Home birth assistance, pre and post-natal care following traditional practices.

Musical Instrument Making and Repair

Stringed instrument crafting, harmonicas, and traditional instruments built and...

Natural Dye Production

Plant-based fabric dyes and traditional dyeing techniques for textiles and...

Organic Pest Management

Natural pest control methods and companion planting consultation for...

Pottery and Ceramics

Handcrafted dishes, cookware, and decorative items made using traditional clay...

Quilting and Textiles

Handmade quilts, clothing, and household textiles

Rug Braiding and Floor Coverings

Handcrafted floor rugs, mats, and traditional pattern work using fabric strips...

Sawmill and Lumber Processing

Custom lumber cutting, wood drying, and preparation services for construction...

Seasonal Craft Production

Holiday-specific handcrafts and traditional seasonal decorations that follow...

Seed Saving and Heritage Varieties

Traditional crop variety preservation, seed cleaning and storage to maintain...

Traditional Medicine and Herbalism

Medicinal herb growing, preparation, and traditional healing practices and...

Traditional Roofing

Cedar shake, wooden shingle, slate and other traditional roofing materials and...

Vocational Training and Apprenticeships

Trade skills teaching and hands-on practical education through traditional...

Water and Windmill Systems

Traditional pump and well installation, windmill construction and repair for...

Weaving and Loom Work

Traditional cloth weaving, rug making, and tapestry created on hand-operated...

Woodworking and Furniture

Custom furniture building and woodworking services

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