Natalie Chanin is our featured keynote speaker. Natalie Chanin is an American fashion designer, artist, stylist, and filmmaker, and the founder of Alabama Chanin and The School of Making. Over the last two decades, Natalie has been at the forefront of sustainable crafting and fashion, actively promoting a zero-waste and slow fashion ethos with organic and recycled textiles handsewn by local artisans. As our keynote speaker, Natalie is here to inspire us and bring us back to our "why." Why do we work in the crafts industry? What is it all for? Natalie's message will help us to remember the beauty and connection that handmade brings to our lives and the lives of our customers. Come away with a renewed sense of mission and purpose, feeling uplifted and ready to tackle the show floor.