May 5–7, 2027 · Donald E. Stephens Convention Center · Rosemont, IL
A maker in a handmade outfit at h+h americas

Creator Accreditation

Bring the craft industry to your audience.

h+h americas is home to a growing community of content creators, YouTubers, bloggers, and social storytellers covering the craft industry. The Creator Accreditation program opens the show floor, the Creator Studio, and dedicated meet-ups to the makers reaching the next generation of craft consumers.

Who It's For

Three eligible creator paths.

Digital Media & Bloggers.

  • Established publishing platform
  • 5,000+ monthly unique visitors
  • Recent craft-relevant editorial content

YouTubers & Video Creators.

  • 500,000+ average monthly views
  • Fiber-arts / craft focus
  • Active production in the last 6 months

Social Media Creators.

  • 5,000+ followers on a primary channel
  • Original craft-community content
  • Meaningful engagement metrics

Sales, marketing, and PR professionals do not qualify for creator credentials — that side of the industry attends as trade visitors. See Press Accreditation if you're an editorial journalist.

Creator Studio

Broadcast the show from a real studio.

Accredited creators can book time in the on-site Creator Studio — a free, purpose-built space to live-stream, record, or film professional-quality content from the show floor.

What's inside.

  • Computer with OBS installed
  • Two cameras
  • Three microphones
  • RODECaster Pro 2 mixer
  • Wired internet connection

What you can do.

  • Live-stream your show from h+h americas
  • Record a podcast (bring your own SD card)
  • Film video segments (bring USB to export)
  • Host on-camera interviews with exhibitors

Booking.

  • 45-minute sessions
  • 15 min setup + 15 min wrap = 1.5 hrs on the room
  • Reservations require approval
  • Tag #hhamericas and thank the studio sponsors
What Creator Access Includes

Programming, meet-ups & media resources.

Full show floor access.

Cover exhibitors, launches, demos, and signature features across every day of the show.

Main Stage & sessions.

Attend Main Stage programming, h+h University teaching sessions, and select creator-focused sessions.

Creator meet-ups & Summit.

Meet fellow creators, brands, and the h+h team at dedicated creator networking moments — including the Creator Summit in partnership with GoSadi.

Media Library assets.

Access the h+h americas image and video databases and brand assets for editorial promotional use.

How to Apply

Apply for creator credentials.

Applications for h+h americas 2027 open ahead of the show. To request creator accreditation, book Creator Studio time, or ask about the program, contact the h+h americas team directly.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1.773.326.9920