Plaid Crafts
Last verified: April 2026
Read our full verification: Is Plaid Crafts Made in USA?Verification Summary
American Score
Manufacturing Location
Norcross, GA
Headquarters
Norcross, GA
Founded
1976
Products Verified
10 products
Evidence Breakdown
Factory Location Specificity
Specific factory city identified
Website Claim
Brand website explicitly claims Made in USA
Manufacturing History
20+ years of USA manufacturing
Known Overseas Production
No known overseas production
Verification Notes
Founded 1976 by David Cunningham. All USA-made paints produced at Norcross, Georgia facilities. Brands include Apple Barrel, FolkArt, Mod Podge, Delta Ceramcoat. ~300 employees. One of the largest American-owned craft supply companies still producing domestically.
Last verified: April 2026
Plaid Crafts has been manufacturing products in Norcross, GA since 1976. We carry 10 verified American-made Plaid Crafts products.
Heritage & History
Founded in 1976 by David Cunningham in Norcross, Georgia, Plaid Crafts started with how-to craft publications before expanding into paint manufacturing. The company became the craft industry's leading small-batch paint manufacturer, acquiring Bucilla needlecrafts in 1996 and becoming the first craft company to sell via TV infomercials.
Plaid's portfolio grew to encompass some of the most recognized names in crafting: Apple Barrel for everyday acrylic painting, FolkArt for decorative art, Mod Podge as the definitive decoupage medium, and Delta Ceramcoat for ceramics. These brands collectively introduced millions of Americans to home crafting and remain staples in classrooms, studios, and homes nationwide.
Made in Norcross, Georgia
All USA-made Plaid paints are produced at the company's Norcross, Georgia facilities, where small-batch manufacturing allows precise control over pigment consistency and formula quality. The operation employs over 300 people and distributes products through major retailers nationwide.
Plaid's commitment to domestic production means every bottle of Apple Barrel, FolkArt, and Mod Podge carries the quality assurance of nearly five decades of American manufacturing expertise — formulas developed, refined, and produced on the same Georgia campus where the company was founded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plaid Crafts made in the USA?
Yes. Plaid Crafts manufactures 10 verified products in Norcross, GA. Plaid Crafts has manufactured paints and craft supplies in Norcross, Georgia since 1976, producing iconic brands including Apple Barrel, FolkArt, and Mod Podge.
Where is Plaid Crafts manufactured?
Plaid Crafts is headquartered in Norcross, GA. Manufacturing takes place in Norcross, GA.
What Plaid Crafts products can I buy?
We carry 10 verified Plaid Crafts products across Arts & Crafts. Every listing links directly to Amazon with verified American manufacturing.
When was Plaid Crafts founded?
Plaid Crafts was founded in 1976. Plaid Crafts has manufactured paints and craft supplies in Norcross, Georgia since 1976, producing iconic brands including Apple Barrel, FolkArt, and Mod Podge.
Does Plaid Crafts ship from Amazon?
Yes, all Plaid Crafts products listed here are available on Amazon with free shipping for Prime members.