about aftcra

Grounded by Midwestern roots, four family members formed aftcra in 2010 with the goal of restoring America by supporting local artisans, giving back to the community, and re-emphasizing the importance of quality goods. Launched in mid-2012, aftcra was created as a marketplace that focuses on quality goods while offering products that possess one significant similarity … everything is crafted by American hands.

At aftcra we are honest, hardworking and unique – just like you!  Our goal is to sustain a marketplace that you can call your own while showcasing items that you've created without all of the typical clutter.

aftcra's aftlosophy

  1. Only sell American goods, crafted by American hands
  2. Provide an easy to navigate marketplace that lacks clutter
  3. Sustain aftcra's boutique approach
  4. Maintain a humble, family-like approach to doing business
  5. To have fun and promote all things handmade

aftcra is a marketplace for those who desire and create unique, American handmade goods. Set up your shop, tell a friend and join the craftolution with your friends at aftcra.

aftcra was "Made in America" and founded in Milwaukee, WI.

aftcra's mission

aftcra's mission is to offer a focused online marketplace where you can easily buy quality American-made products directly from the hands that make them.

aftcra provides buyers and sellers with an avenue to meet, and we will do whatever possible to make it an enjoyable experience. Our buyers and sellers are our number one priority, so we'll provide one-on-one customer service and be open to hear your criticism. Your opinions, whether positive or negative, will help us mold this site into a place that you will be proud to call your own.

At aftcra, we want to support the growth of local American crafters by exposing them to a larger market. We also want to make sure that the site isn't cluttered with garbage (which we call aftcrap). For sellers, running a small business can be daunting and at times we all think we're out-of-our-mind crazy … but if aftcra can help alleviate some of that pressure then we know we're doing the right thing. For buyers, we want to make the shopping process easy and fun. Finding the right item can be a challenge, but with the right structure aftcra can provide you with more relevant results while allowing you to discover new creations.

aftcra's "other" mission

aftcra's "other" mission is plain and simple: let's be community oriented and do some good. We start with offering only products that are handmade in the USA. This alone sets us apart and is good for the community. aftcra also believes that doing right for others is a core competency. Sellers that have a reputation of serving their communities will receive a community badge to place on their shop. Let us know your story at givingback@aftcra.com, or on twitter @aftcra. Every little bit helps, and all good things start somewhere.

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