Jill Wagner embarks on a journey across the nation to discover skilled artisans creating remarkable handmade items. In Charleston, South Carolina, she meets metalsmith Sean Ahern, who demonstrates his technique for crafting stunning steel fire screens that resemble natural bamboo. Next, in Omaha, Nebraska, woodworker and toymaker Steve Baldwin taps into his playful side as he constructs charming wooden puzzle toy cars. Lastly, Jill visits West Point, Mississippi, where she encounters basket weaver Bessie Johnson, who skillfully uses materials from her yard to create intricate pine needle baskets.
Show
Handcrafted America
Episode
S03E05
Air Date
Sep 08, 2017
Season 3 Episodes
S03E01
Spearguns, Wood & Tile Cabinets, Pewter Goblets
S03E02
Salvaged Stools, Baby Wraps, Porch Swings
S03E03
Street Tiles, Hammocks, Glass Doors
S03E04
Glass Piggy Banks, Espresso Machines, Rubboards
S03E05
Fire Screens, Toy Cars, Pine Needle Baskets
S03E06
Saddle Shoes, Fluted Ceramic Stoneware, Spanish Lanterns
S03E07
Etched Crafted Lighting, Driftwood Pens, Straw Hats
S03E08
River Fishing Nets, Standup Paddle Boards, Aluminum Tables
S03E09
Canoes, Adirondack Chairs, Wood Music Stands
S03E10
Glass & Metal Faucets, Steamer Trunks, Shuffleboard Tables
S03E11
Metal Handbags, Razors, Neon Signs
S03E12
Recycled Wood Guitars, Silver Teapots, Infinity Bookshelf
S03E13
Wristwatches, Cowboy Whips, Luminarias